Rebecca Patton
Washougal,WA
Summary
Service-oriented family support professional with 15+ years working with non-profits, family advocacy and our most vulnerable populations. Core Competencies include: excellent interpersonal skills, accessing community resources, case management, documentation, following WACS, and file management. Seasoned Social Worker specializing in situational assessments, conflict resolution and effective communication. Services clients to promote optimum mental, emotional and behavioral health in collaboration with other members of health care team. Demonstrates psycho-social assessment, treatment planning and advocacy skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CPS Investigator
DCYF
Vancouver, WA
11.2022 - Current
- Investigated allegations of physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, neglect and abandonment.
- Attended trainings on investigative techniques specific to child welfare cases.
- Facilitated meetings between parents and guardians and caseworkers to discuss cases and develop treatment plans for at-risk children.
- Worked closely with attorneys throughout legal proceedings involving child protection cases.
- Coordinated efforts among agencies involved in addressing a particular case.
- Tracked progress of open cases over time in order to determine effectiveness of interventions.
- Participated in multidisciplinary teams that addressed complex child welfare issues.
- Developed and executed plans to remove children from homes where abuse or neglect had occurred.
- Investigated each child's living environment to determine whether home was safe or presented risks.
- Conducted in-depth interviews with children, guardians, doctors, nurses and law enforcement to gain insight into individual cases.
- Documented case information by completing forms promptly and filing with appropriate agencies.
- Facilitated delivery of services and resources after thoroughly assessing each child's individual needs.
- Remained composed and calm when interacting with individuals, taking into account that children and families were involved in high-stress situations.
- Worked with care team to assess client needs and discuss collaborative treatment efforts.
- Identified appropriate community resources and provided referrals for services.
Center Director
Educational Opportunities For Children & Families
Vancouver, WA
07.2022 - Current
- Kept facility in compliance with all applicable standards and laws.
- Recruited and developed solid team of professionals to care for up to 50 children each day.
- Cultivated and strengthened relationships with children and families.
- Worked with other departments, local governmental organizations and community groups to provide well-rounded host of services for patrons.
Child and Family Services Supervisor
Educational Opportunities For Children &Families
Vancouver, WA
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Oversaw staff development through in-depth trainings, workshops, seminars and other learning opportunities.
- Referred families to shelters, legal resources and educational programs.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired staff members offering exceptional talent and brought great skills to team.
- Developed monthly schedules and assignments for volunteer staff.
Family Advocate
Educational Opportunities For Children & Families
Vancouver, WA
11.2017 - 08.2021
- Visited homes of families and maintained appropriate contact as directed by agency procedures.
- Collaborated with families to assist in growth, development and education to increase potential.
- Identified available community resources and programs for families of disabled children.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Completed home welfare checks to align with state and program guidelines.
- Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
Qualified Mental Health Associate
Columbia Care
Portland, OR
01.2015 - 02.2017
- Provided services to clients living with severe and persistent mental illness.
- Provided case management and medication administration.
- Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
- Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
Washington State University
Vancouver, WA12.2013
No Degree - Certificate in Human Services Case Management
Washington State University
Vancouver, WASkills
- Performance Monitoring and Evaluation
- Professional Relationships
- Team Oriented
- Time Management
- Passion and drive for working with children and families
- Complete assessments with families in identifying short and long term goals
- Develop and implement families in individualized plans to successfully achieve independence
- Safety Planning
- Conducting Interviews
- Case Documentation
- Writing and Verbal Communication
- Information Gathering
- Effective Customer Communication
- Client Engagement and Assistance
- Abuse and Neglect Investigation
- Danger and Threat Assessments
- Service Planning
- Evaluation and Assessment
- Family Support
- Case Management
- Client Advocacy
- Client Interviewing
- Client Documentation
- Case History Compilation
- Home Visits
- Trauma Informed Care Framework
- Community Referrals
Certification
- CPR/First Aid
- Food Handler's Card
- WA State Portable Background Check
- ASSIST ( Applied Suicide Intervention Training)
Affiliations
- Urban Farming
- Spending time in nature
- Spending time with my animals and loves ones
- Always working on myself
Accomplishments
- Graduated Magna Cum Laude
- Member of Human Development Honor Society Kappa Omicron Nu
- Gloria Hall Leadership Scholarship
- On the Board of Directors at Camp Currie
Timeline
CPS Investigator
DCYF
11.2022 - Current
Center Director
Educational Opportunities For Children & Families
07.2022 - Current
Child and Family Services Supervisor
Educational Opportunities For Children &Families
08.2021 - 07.2022
Family Advocate
Educational Opportunities For Children & Families
11.2017 - 08.2021
Qualified Mental Health Associate
Columbia Care
01.2015 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development
Washington State University
No Degree - Certificate in Human Services Case Management
Washington State University
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