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Sheryl Rossin

Hammond,IN

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, and multitasking abilities.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Therapeutic Foster Care Case Manager

The Villages
Merrillville, IN
07.2012 - 08.2023
  • Case Management for children in foster care.
  • Conducted initial assessments of potential foster families and developed treatment plans.
  • Monitored the progress of children in care, offering solutions to any challenges that arose.
  • Coordinated with other service providers to ensure quality care for each child.
  • Facilitated regular meetings with all members of the child's team.
  • Created detailed case notes regarding services provided and progress made.
  • Maintained accurate records of contact with clients and other service providers.
  • Developed positive relationships with community partners to expand resources available to foster families.
  • Assisted in developing strategies for behavior management and crisis intervention.
  • Attended court hearings as a representative of the agency providing expert testimony on behalf of children in care.
  • Participated in weekly clinical supervision sessions to discuss cases and receive guidance from supervisors.
  • Ensured compliance with all state regulations pertaining to therapeutic foster care services.
  • Provided advocacy services for children in care by attending school meetings or representing them at court proceedings when needed.
  • Collaborated with social workers, probation officers, mental health professionals, and other relevant agencies to provide comprehensive services for each child in care.
  • Educated foster families about their rights and responsibilities regarding the placement process and ongoing involvement with the agency.
  • Supported youth transitioning out of foster care by connecting them with appropriate resources such as housing assistance or employment programs.
  • Formulated safety plans for high-risk situations involving children in need of protection from abuse or neglect.
  • Offered emotional support during difficult times such as reunification or transition into new placements.

Community Support Specialist

The Villages
Portage, IN
08.2009 - 07.2012
  • Working with clients that are in the family service program
  • Developed individual service plans, monitored progress, and documented outcomes.
  • Collaborated with other professionals including physicians, therapists, teachers, case managers. to ensure quality care for clients.

Education

Bachelor of the Arts - Human Development and Family Services

Purdue University Northwest
Hammond, IN
05.2012

Skills

  • Case coordination
  • Community Networking
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Client Advocacy
  • Time Management
  • Reliability
  • Organizational Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Problem-solving abilities

Certificate Training

Authorized Facilitator Stewards of Children

References

Eva Lawrence, Nurse, School City Hammond, EMLawrence@hammond.k12.in.us, 219-781

Katrina Miller, Social Worker Veterans Administration, Socialworker08@gmail.com 219-765-0333

Carlyn Gonzales,  carlyn.grow@gmail.com, 219-588-4953

Certification

  • Indiana Substitute Permit
  • Indiana Safe Home Study Certification

Timeline

Therapeutic Foster Care Case Manager

The Villages
07.2012 - 08.2023

Community Support Specialist

The Villages
08.2009 - 07.2012

Bachelor of the Arts - Human Development and Family Services

Purdue University Northwest
  • Indiana Substitute Permit
  • Indiana Safe Home Study Certification
Sheryl Rossin