TANIQUA T. SINGH
New Brunswick,NJ
Summary
Child welfare and juvenile justice professional with over 18 years of experience, including significant tenure at New York City Administration for Children's Services (ACS). Expertise in Crossover Youth Practice Model (CYPM) and alternative to detention (ATD) programs. Proven track record in interagency collaboration, case review processes, and staff supervision.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Service Specialist
New Jersey Department of Children and Families, Division of Child Protection & Permanency
New Jersey
04.2026 - Current
- Managed child welfare cases for children and families receiving DCP&P services, focusing on safety, permanency, well-being, family functioning, and ongoing service needs.
- Conduct home and community visits, engage children and caregivers, document case activity objectively, and participate in case planning and multidisciplinary discussions.
- Collaborated with families, resource parents, schools, service providers, legal professionals, and community partners to coordinate services and achieve case and permanency goals.
Program Supervisor
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen
Bridgewater, NJ
09.2025 - 04.2026
- Coached Intensive Family Support staff, providing performance feedback and guidance to enhance family-centered service delivery.
- Managed intake, service planning, case documentation, and staff practice to ensure consistency and compliance with program and regulatory standards.
- Supported families through hospitalization and behavioral health treatment systems; facilitated psychoeducational and family support groups while identifying service gaps.
Program Supervisor
Oaks Integrated Care
Ewing, NJ
10.2024 - 09.2025
- Directed daily operations of residential Alternative to Detention (ATD) youth shelter for court-involved adolescents, supervising and scheduling multidisciplinary team of 18 staff to ensure effective service delivery.
- Oversaw case planning and coordinated mental health, substance use, educational, recreational, and community-based services to address youths' individualized needs.
- Collaborated with courts, child welfare agencies, families, schools, healthcare providers, and community partners to coordinate services and remove barriers impacting youth outcomes.
- Provided staff supervision, coaching, and guidance in youth engagement, crisis intervention, de-escalation, professional communication, and trauma-informed care.
- Reviewed court reports, service plans, and case documentation and participated in multidisciplinary case reviews to monitor progress and maintain program compliance.
Community Coordinator / Crossover Monitor
New York City Administration for Children's Services (ACS)
New York, NY
04.2016 - 09.2023
- Coordinated cases for youth with concurrent child welfare and juvenile justice involvement, facilitating cross-system case planning aligned with Crossover Youth Practice Model (CYPM) principles.
- Provided case-specific coordination and consultation to support youth involved across child welfare and juvenile justice systems.
- Conducted case reviews by researching juvenile justice and child welfare histories, placement status, court involvement, service needs, and case progress for detained and placed youth.
- Monitored case progress and stakeholder follow-through on placement planning, court attendance, and service delivery, preparing detailed case reports to inform decision-making.
- Participated in interagency planning meetings to clarify stakeholder responsibilities, resolve service gaps, and promote coordinated services and permanency planning.
- Served as liaison among foster care provider agencies, courts, detention, placement programs, and ACS stakeholders.
Placement Specialist Close to Home
New York City Administration for Children's Services (ACS)
New York, NY
11.2012 - 04.2016
- Managed cases for justice-involved youth, facilitating community reintegration and monitoring progress throughout placement and aftercare to enhance stability.
- Coordinated permanency and service planning with youth, families, and professionals to address physical, behavioral, educational, and social needs for holistic support.
- Prepared court reports supporting placement extensions and modifications, ensuring accurate documentation in JJIS to uphold compliance and assist legal processes.
- Addressed barriers to permanency and discharge to facilitate effective transitions into the community.
Coordinator of Delinquency Placements
New York City Administration for Children's Services (ACS)
New York, NY
08.2011 - 11.2012
- Coordinated court-ordered delinquency placement requests for five NYC boroughs, ensuring timely and appropriate placements.
- Presented findings in court to advocate for optimal placement levels, influencing judicial decisions.
- Collaborated with placement staff, court personnel, and contracted providers to identify necessary resources.
- Tracked case activity to ensure compliance with court mandates and effective resource allocation.
Field Coordinator, Confirm Hotline
New York City Administration for Children's Services (ACS)
New York, NY
08.2008 - 08.2011
- Cross-referenced juvenile arrest information with ACS systems to identify foster care involvement and coordinated timely notifications to provider agencies and CPS staff, ensuring youth received necessary support during arraignment and court.
Child Protective Specialist
New York City Administration for Children's Services (ACS)
New York, NY
04.2006 - 08.2008
- Conducted investigations into child abuse and neglect allegations.
- Developed case plans to ensure child well-being and safety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess family needs.
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW) -
Walden University
06-2028
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NCSkills
- Crossover Youth Practice Model (CYPM)
- Staff supervision
- Program coordination
- Service coordination
- Case consultation
- Youth engagement
- Interagency coordination
- Legal documentation
- Multidisciplinary coordination
Timeline
Family Service Specialist
New Jersey Department of Children and Families, Division of Child Protection & Permanency
04.2026 - Current
Program Supervisor
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Metuchen
09.2025 - 04.2026
Program Supervisor
Oaks Integrated Care
10.2024 - 09.2025
Community Coordinator / Crossover Monitor
New York City Administration for Children's Services (ACS)
04.2016 - 09.2023
Placement Specialist Close to Home
New York City Administration for Children's Services (ACS)
11.2012 - 04.2016
Coordinator of Delinquency Placements
New York City Administration for Children's Services (ACS)
08.2011 - 11.2012
Field Coordinator, Confirm Hotline
New York City Administration for Children's Services (ACS)
08.2008 - 08.2011
Child Protective Specialist
New York City Administration for Children's Services (ACS)
04.2006 - 08.2008
Master of Social Work (MSW) -
Walden University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
North Carolina Central University