Talea Owens
Rosharon,Texas
Summary
Dedicated social services professional with over 8 years of extensive experience specializing in adolescent care within residential settings. Demonstrated expertise in conflict resolution, behavior management, and decisive problem-solving abilities. Passionate about fostering positive environments conducive to growth and development. Seeking to leverage proven skills and experience in a dynamic social work role.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residential/ASAP (Assessment Stabilization and Advancement Program) Supervisor
Dallas County Juvenile Department
Dallas, TX
07.2014 - 12.2022
- Stabilized trafficking victims by working closely with a variety of teams
- Received, investigated, and tracked grievances from residents in the facility
- Lead training for staff throughout the facility
- Enforced rules and regulations to ensure the smooth and orderly operation of the programs
- Collaborate with counselors to develop counseling programs that address the needs of individual residents
- Communicate with staff/clinicians to resolve problems with individual residents
- Counsel residents and respond to legitimate questions, concerns, and requests
- Arrange daily schedules for residents including library visits, group assignments, visitation, and counseling appointments
- Supervise and coordinate the work of other residential officers
- Take residents to locations within and outside of the facility, such as hospitals, courtrooms, or field trips
- Promoted to Residential Supervisor in November 2016.
Transitional Living Program (TLP) Staff
City House
Plano, TX
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Transported clients to locations outside of the group home, such as to physicians' offices or on outings, using a motor vehicle
- Participated in case reviews, consulting with the team caring for the client, to evaluate the client's needs and plan for continuing services
- Oversee weekly group activities of adolescents in group homes.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
The University of Texas at Arlington
12.2013
Skills
- Active listening
- Communication
- Assessment
- Problem-Solving
- Documentation
- Analytical Skills
- Interviewing Techniques
- Advocacy
- Cultural Competence
- Time Management
- Empathy
- Collaboration
- Case Management
- Critical Thinking
- Research Skills
- Staff Training
- Strategic Planning
- Onsite tours
Certification
- Handle With Care (Verbal de-escalation and physical) Instructor, 2021
- Licensed Childcare Administrator (Active), 2021
Timeline
Transitional Living Program (TLP) Staff
City House
01.2018 - 01.2019
Residential/ASAP (Assessment Stabilization and Advancement Program) Supervisor
Dallas County Juvenile Department
07.2014 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
The University of Texas at Arlington
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