Stephanie Mejia
Amado,AZ
Summary
Dedicated social work professional focused on ensuring child safety through comprehensive assessments and effective service delivery to families. Proven ability to manage caseloads efficiently while maintaining professionalism and exceeding expectations. Bilingual communicator committed to continuous learning and team collaboration.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Investigator
Office of Child Welfare Investigations
Tucson, Arizona
04.2025 - 08.2026
- Presented reports and testimonies in court to support case outcomes.
- Managed caseloads to ensure timely responses to family needs.
- Assessed family situations and delivered services to enhance child safety.
- Maintained professionalism in all interactions with clients and stakeholders.
- Exceeded expectations regarding deadlines while adhering to policies and procedures.
Investigator
Department of Child Safety
Tucson, AZ
08.2020 - 04.2025
- Conducted assessments and provided services to families, promoting child safety.
- Managed caseloads efficiently by prioritizing urgent cases and ensuring timely follow-up.
- Attended court hearings, delivering reports and testimony to support case outcomes.
- Maintained professionalism in all interactions with clients and colleagues to foster trust and collaboration.
- Meet and Exceed expectations regarding deadlines, ensuring all policies and procedures are practiced.
- Attended Team Decision Making Meetings and supported field staff.
- Facilitated team decision-making processes, enhancing support for field staff.
Health & Wellness Prevention Coach
Queen Creek Unified School District
Queen Creek, AZ
09.2017 - 07.2020
- Educated students on effects of substance abuse and its impact on health
- Taught Too Good For Drugs curriculum to students in physical education class, promoting drug awareness
- Engaged with students in discussions on substance abuse topics, supporting Queen Creek High School's drug-free initiative
Intern
Department of Child Safety
Apache Junction, Arizona
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Facilitated goal achievement for children and parents while prioritizing child safety
- Delivered services to parents and children effectively
- Developed communication skills with parents and children across diverse settings.
- Cultivated ability to collaborate effectively with team members.
Special Education Aide
Queen Creek Unified School District
Queen Creek, Arizona
07.2014 - 05.2015
- Supported special education teacher in delivering personalized instruction
- Supervised students, providing tailored worksheets to reinforce learning objectives
- Assisted students with completion of the work
- Encouraged student participation in activities to develop social skills and daily living competencies
Education
Bachelors - Social Work
Arizona State University
Tempe, Arizona05-2017
Skills
- Child safety assessment
- Case management
- Report writing
- Legal testimony
- Data analysis
- Crisis intervention
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Cultural competency
Languages
English: Fluent, Spanish: Fluent
Timeline
Investigator
Office of Child Welfare Investigations
04.2025 - 08.2026
Investigator
Department of Child Safety
08.2020 - 04.2025
Health & Wellness Prevention Coach
Queen Creek Unified School District
09.2017 - 07.2020
Intern
Department of Child Safety
08.2016 - 05.2017
Special Education Aide
Queen Creek Unified School District
07.2014 - 05.2015
Bachelors - Social Work
Arizona State University