Shatima Simmonds

• Coordinate, schedule, and facilitate meetings for children undergoing placement changes or adoption processes.

• Oversee and ensure the completion of transition plans, maintaining meticulous tracking systems.
• Provide support and problem-solving assistance to clients and families.
• Document notes and transition plans in the Florida Safety Network.
• Gather comprehensive information regarding child needs.
• Collaborate effectively with the Department of Children and Families (DCF) and various community agencies involved with the child.

• Managed team workload to reach targets for specific tasks.

• Conducted in-depth assessments to determine if children were safe from harm and abuse at home.
• Interviewed children, members of families, medical personnel and law enforcement to gain valuable information for each case.

• Utilized organizational skills to ensure compliance with case closure protocols.

• Developed and maintained case documentation in accordance with state and organizational standards.

• Managed and adjusted safety plans as necessary throughout case progression.

• Managed high caseloads efficiently, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and level of risk to the child.
• Enhanced family support systems by connecting families with appropriate resources and services.

• Achieved timely permanency for children through diligent monitoring of case progress and regular communication with caregivers, service providers, and legal representatives.
• 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.
• Enhanced child safety by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to address risk factors and implement interventions.
• Maintained accurate documentation of all case management activities for compliance with state regulations and agency policies.
• Established rapport with clients by building trust, demonstrating empathy, and actively listening to their concerns throughout the case management process.
• Promoted family reunification by implementing tailored services designed to strengthen parent-child relationships and address barriers to reunification.
• Mentored new Dependency Case Managers by sharing best practices and providing guidance on complex cases.

• Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
• Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.