Sonya M. Perry
3833 Loch Lomond,OH
Summary
A professional with 31 years of experience as a Caseworker 3 at Lucas County Children Services. Expert in individualized service planning and child advocacy, successfully enhancing placement success through tailored care plans. Proven ability to build rapport and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring optimal outcomes for children and families in crisis.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Treatment Foster Care Caseworker
Lucas County Children Services
03.2005 - Current
- Utilized community networks to optimize resources and support for clients.
- Minimized placement disruptions by offering ongoing guidance on trauma-informed care to foster families.
- Increased knowledge on current best practices for foster care caseworkers by attending professional development workshops and trainings regularly.
- Worked with diverse teams to meet children's comprehensive needs in foster care.
- Supported the recruitment of potential foster families by participating in community outreach events and information sessions.
CEO
COZ Community Cares,LLC
05.2015 - 06.2024
- Implemented strategic plans to drive company growth.
- Handled conflicts to maintain strategic business relationships and partnerships.
- Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
- Elevated company reputation via targeted public relations activities.
- Fostered and upheld strong connections with strategic partners, vendors, and customers.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Participated in industry conferences and events as the organization's representative.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
DFS Caseworker
Lucas County Children Services
08.1994 - 03.2005
- Tracked case progress to ensure timely completion and regulatory compliance.
- Cultivated open dialogue to enhance client rapport.
- Ensured case records met agency standards and state regulations.
- Coordinated with case managers and community partners to optimize treatment outcomes.
- Managed crisis situations to ensure safety during disruptive events.
- Enhanced client well-being by developing comprehensive case plans addressing individual needs.
- Facilitated crisis intervention and coordinated case management for children, families, and legal guardians.
Education
Bachelor Of Health Science - Community Health Services
Ohio University
Athens, OH08.1993
Skills
- Individualized service planning
- Professional boundaries
- Motivational interviewing
- Family reunification
- Child advocacy
- Therapeutic intervention
Timeline
CEO
COZ Community Cares,LLC
05.2015 - 06.2024
Treatment Foster Care Caseworker
Lucas County Children Services
03.2005 - Current
DFS Caseworker
Lucas County Children Services
08.1994 - 03.2005
Bachelor Of Health Science - Community Health Services
Ohio University