Rena Perez

Properly assess for safety or service based on information provided to the intake hotline. Determine risk level and how to best assign for intervention. Maintain ongoing professional relationship with multiple mandated reporters. Work diligently within difficult timelines while also ensuring quality work. Personal time management in order to get the job done effectively.

Meeting requirements for foster care renewal and move applications

Meeting requirements for licensing complaint investigations Meeting requirements for health and safety monitoring

Meeting requirements for ICPC & licensing maintenance

Meeting requirements for performance expectations

Meet documentation requirements for accurate and timely entries into FamLink

Meet the overall goals of developing partnerships with families, focusing on practical everyday life tasks and promoting specific skills tied to the family’s tasks

Performed assessments through intensive interview and information gathering process to complete Home Studies for relative or suitable other placement and/or adoptive placement and/or foster home licensing based on compliance.

• Reviewed completed background checks, suitability assessments, waivers and disqualifications.
• Worked collaboratively with the Child Welfare Program and the Developmental Disabilities Administration to maintain communication in order to maintain safe and stable placements in the home during the home study process.
• Utilized Department databases to document home study activities and maintain provider records within program and manual standards, accountability requirements and agency’s documentation practice.

• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
• Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.

• Built relationships and communicated with parents to provide best learning environment for children.
• Collaborated with colleagues to develop and revise curriculum, enhancing learning experience.
• Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
• Implemented classroom management techniques that fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.