Motivated social service worker with over 20 years of experience working with children and families in the community dealing with mental health, substance abuse, domestic violence, truancy, homelessness, navigating the child welfare system and child protective services. Compassionate and team-oriented individual offering extensive knowledge of services available to children, youth and families.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Caseworker II
Lackawanna County Office Of Youth & Family Service
10.2005 - Current
Maintain high level of client confidentiality, following state and agency regulations, and laws.
Investigate allegations of child abuse and neglect with a multidisciplinary team.
Assess risk, safety, strengths and needs of families through evidence based assessments.
Monitor case progress for timely completion and compliance with state and agency regulations.
Asses needs of each client and recommend appropriate services and resources.
Work as a liaison between OYFS and school districts to provide services to homeless students and foster youth.
Investigate allegations of student and day care abuse.
Collaborate with with school districts and community support to address attendance issues with in the county.
Offer support and direction to families and coordinate with court system and community agencies for treatment.
Develope and maintaine strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
Transitional Housing Case Manager
United Neighborhood Centers Of NEPA
08.2003 - 09.2005
Offered friendly and efficient service to consumers, handled challenging situations with ease.
Maintained detailed records of consumers progress, documentation of services and case notes.
Assisted consumers in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.
Conducted in-home visits to provide supportive services.
Developed partnerships with community organizations to expand services and referrals.
Facilitated family meetings to discuss needs of accessing permanent housing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
University of Scranton
Scranton, PA
05.2002
Skills
Child Abuse and Neglect Identification
SAP Team Certified
Case Notes
Best Practices and Standards
Engagement Skills
Case Investigation
Case Information Confidentiality
Case Planning and Management
Protective Services
Regulatory Compliance
Government Agency Guidelines
Client Engagement
Regulations and Policies
Child Advocacy
Court Testimony
Community Service Programs
Timeline
Caseworker II
Lackawanna County Office Of Youth & Family Service
10.2005 - Current
Transitional Housing Case Manager
United Neighborhood Centers Of NEPA
08.2003 - 09.2005
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
University of Scranton
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