Susan G Gray
Catoosa,OK
Summary
Results-driven Child Welfare Specialist with 22 years of experience in child safety and welfare. Skilled in teamwork, attention to detail, and crisis intervention, contributing to improved outcomes for children and families through tailored intervention plans.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Welfare Specialist II
Dept. of Human Services
Tulsa, OK
04.2001 - 03.2023
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine child safety and welfare needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop tailored intervention plans for families.
- Monitored case progress, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and best practices.
- Facilitated training sessions for new staff on child protection policies and procedures.
- Advocated for children's rights within community resources and support systems.
- Resolved complex cases through strategic problem-solving and conflict resolution techniques.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced service delivery efficiency across programs.
- Mentored junior specialists, fostering professional development and knowledge sharing within the team.
- Advocated for the best interests of children during court proceedings, presenting clear recommendations based on thorough evaluations.
- Strengthened client engagement by utilizing trauma-informed practices when engaging with children and families experiencing adversity.
- Mentored new Child Welfare Specialists through sharing knowledge and experience gained from years of practice, fostering a supportive team environment.
- Enhanced family reunification rates through diligent monitoring and support of parent-child visitations.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed for clients experiencing urgent challenges related to child protection concerns or family dynamics issues.
- Ensured child safety through regular home visits, careful documentation, and ongoing communication with involved parties.
- Enhanced public awareness of child welfare issues through community presentations and participation in local events promoting child safety and wellbeing.
- Contributed to improved inter-agency collaboration by participating in joint meetings, trainings, and initiatives focused on enhancing child welfare practice.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions, service referrals, case plan progressions in adherence to agency standards for quality assurance purposes.
- Coordinated closely with schools, medical providers, therapists, and other relevant professionals to ensure comprehensive support for children in care.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge and skills by attending trainings, conferences, and workshops related to child welfare best practices.
- Improved child welfare outcomes by conducting thorough assessments and developing tailored case plans.
- Managed complex caseloads effectively while adhering to strict timelines as mandated by federal regulations or state policies.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Developmental Psychology
Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK05-1999
Skills
- Trauma-informed care
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Multitasking
Work Availability
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Timeline
Child Welfare Specialist II
Dept. of Human Services
04.2001 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Developmental Psychology
Northeastern State University
MINOR IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE
SECURITY WORK AT THE BOK FOR SEVERAL YEARS IN MY FREE TIME. WORKED SEVERAL YEARS AT THE LIBRARY DOING SECURITY WORK.