Sara Catherine Chinners
Panama City,FL
Summary
Experienced case management professional prepared for this role. Skilled in client advocacy, managing complex cases and achieving positive outcomes. Known for adapting to changing needs and dynamic environments, embodying reliability and adaptability. Utilizes comprehensive knowledge of legal and social service frameworks to ensure best outcomes for children and families.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Protective Investigator
State Of Florida
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Assessed each child's unique needs and coordinated delivery of appropriate services and resources.
- Enhanced family support systems by connecting families with appropriate resources and services.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled families experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
- Interviewed children, members of families, medical personnel and law enforcement to gain valuable information for each case.
- Conducted home visits to assess living conditions, interview family members, and observe interactions between children and caregivers.
Dependency Case Manager
Twin Oaks Community Services
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Established rapport with clients by building trust, demonstrating empathy, and actively listening to their concerns throughout the case management process.
- Conducted regular home visits to assess living conditions, monitor progress toward goals established within individualized case plans, and offer support as needed for clients navigating challenging situations.
- Developed innovative strategies for engaging hard-to-reach clients through persistent outreach efforts and creative problem-solving techniques.
- Increased parental engagement in services by addressing potential barriers such as transportation issues, scheduling conflicts, or language differences through proactive solutions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all case management activities for compliance with state regulations and agency policies.
- Improved family stability by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized case plans.
- Provided support to families in crisis by coordinating emergency services and appropriate resources.
SOAR Program Supervisor
Creative Community Services
11.2018 - 03.2021
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills under challenging circumstances, effectively managing team dynamics during periods of transition or high-stress environments.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to secure resources and support for various programs.
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
- Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
- Collaborated with community members to develop and implement service initiatives.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices while nurturing their professional growth trajectories over time.
SOAR Behavior Specialist
Creative Community Services
06.2018 - 11.2018
- Provided crisis intervention support during critical incidents, deescalating situations and ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of behavior interventions using data-driven approaches, making adjustments as needed to ensure success.
- Improved client behavior by implementing individualized behavior support plans and strategies.
- Conducted functional behavior assessments to identify root causes of challenging behaviors and inform intervention planning.
- Advocated for appropriate accommodations for clients with behavioral health needs under Section 504 or IDEA guidelines when necessary, ensuring equitable access to education opportunities within inclusive environments.
- Educated foster parents on best practices for managing difficult behaviors at home, fostering consistency across settings.
- Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans.
Private Nanny
Self-employed
05.2023 - Current
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
- Implemented daily routines for optimal child development and created a structured environment.
- Adapted caregiving approaches based on individual needs of each child to provide personalized support.
- Coordinated schedules between multiple families when working as a nanny share provider to ensure seamless childcare transitions throughout the week.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Experimental Psychology
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC05.2018
Skills
- Mental health awareness
- Client engagement and assistance
- Conflict resolution
- Interpersonal skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Conducting Interviews
- Maintain Case Files
- Community referrals
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Writing and verbal communication
Affiliations
- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
- Livewell Kershaw Coalition
- The Early Autism Project
Timeline
Private Nanny
Self-employed
05.2023 - Current
Child Protective Investigator
State Of Florida
04.2022 - 01.2023
Dependency Case Manager
Twin Oaks Community Services
06.2021 - 03.2022
SOAR Program Supervisor
Creative Community Services
11.2018 - 03.2021
SOAR Behavior Specialist
Creative Community Services
06.2018 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Experimental Psychology
University of South Carolina
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