Rhondell McKnight
Social Worker
Longs,SC
Summary
Dedicated Social Worker provides exceptional professional care and implements appropriate interventions. Utilizes variety of resources to identify unique needs and assist vulnerable populations. Adept at establishing strong rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Adult Protective Services Caseworker
Monroe County Department Of Human Services
04.2021 - 07.2023
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
- Participated in professional development and training opportunities to enhance clinical skills.
- Provided crisis counseling and intervention services to clients in emergency situations.
- Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Child Protection Worker
Monroe County Department Of Human Services
03.2012 - 07.2023
- Collaborated with schools, law enforcement and other community resources to gather information.
- Investigated home conditions to protect children from harmful environmental areas.
- Collected information through observation and interviews with children, parents, relatives and neighbors.
- Investigated alleged abuse, neglect and abandonment of children to determine abusive or unsafe conditions.
- Wrote descriptive and accurate impending and present danger assessments and family functioning assessments.
- Attended hearings and depositions in family court.
- Reviewed existing case records for available information to formulate plans of treatment and develop short- and long-term goals.
- Visited homes, inspected surroundings and interviewed family members.
- Maintained case records and legal documentation.
Education
Master Of Social Work - Social Work
Roberts Wesleyan College
Rochester, NY2007
Bachelor Of Social Science - Social Work
SUNY College At Brockport
Brockport, NY05.2001
Skills
- Social Perceptiveness
- Problem Assessment and Resolution
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Time Management
- Attentive and Observant
- Protective Services
- Crisis Situations
- Write Reports
- Social Services
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Time ripens all things; no man is born wise.
Miguel de Cervantes
Timeline
Adult Protective Services Caseworker
Monroe County Department Of Human Services
04.2021 - 07.2023
Child Protection Worker
Monroe County Department Of Human Services
03.2012 - 07.2023
Master Of Social Work - Social Work
Roberts Wesleyan College
Bachelor Of Social Science - Social Work
SUNY College At Brockport