Tara Whyte
Child Welfare Social Caseworker III
Peyton,CO
Summary
Highly motivated Caseworker seeking the opportunity to continue to maximize the development of human potential and the fulfillment of human needs, through an equal commitment to: Working with and enabling people to achieve the best possible levels of personal and social well-being.
Overview
9
9
years of post-secondary education
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Welfare Social Caseworker III
El Paso County Department Of Human Services
Colorado Springs, Colorado
03.2019 - Current
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Completed home welfare checks to align with state and program guidelines.
- Worked to improve and enhance patient lives through effective and compassionate casework.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Proved successful working within a fast-paced atmosphere.
- Documented case progress and identified areas of needed improvement.
- Prepared and submitted court documents in a timely manner.
- Trained and mentored 8 caseworkers new to The Department.
- Actively participated in a Workgroup for Kinship Emergency Placements as well as a Placement Packet Workgroup.
Loss Prevention and Safety Manager
Lowe's Home Improvement
Colorado Springs, Colorado
08.2014 - 03.2019
- Trained loss prevention staff, retail managers and store employees on loss control and prevention measures.
- Upheld strict security and safety procedures to protect business from financial losses due to theft or careless mismanagement.
- Monitored paperwork procedures to prevent error-related losses.
- Collaborated with law enforcement in investigating and solving theft and fraud cases.
- Collaborated with law enforcement to report crime and suspicious activity.
- Supervised surveillance, detection and criminal processing related to theft and criminal cases.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Receiving and Freight Crew
Lowe's Home Improvement
Orem, Utah
03.2010 - 08.2014
- Loaded and unloaded store freight manually or using company-provided equipment.
- Practiced preventative maintenance and reinforced and complied with safety programs by reporting violations, unsafe conditions and equipment in need of repair.
- Unloaded and stocked shelves and displays to maintain product quality and availability.
Deputy Probation Officer
Fourth District Juvenile Court
Provo, Utah
01.2012 - 02.2014
- Interpreted data from various assessment tools to determine appropriate level of supervision.
- Supervised youth who have been accused or convicted of crimes.
- Worked closely with schools and parents to assist juveniles in their success.
- Organized and facilitated community service opportunities for youth.
- Timely updates of case files
- Prepared court documents for probation officers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Utah Valley University
Orem, UT 08.2009 - 04.2016
High School Diploma -
Murray High School
Murray, UT 08.2007 - 06.2009
Skills
Effective Communication Skills
undefinedTimeline
Child Welfare Social Caseworker III
El Paso County Department Of Human Services
03.2019 - Current
Loss Prevention and Safety Manager
Lowe's Home Improvement
08.2014 - 03.2019
Deputy Probation Officer
Fourth District Juvenile Court
01.2012 - 02.2014
Receiving and Freight Crew
Lowe's Home Improvement
03.2010 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Utah Valley University
08.2009 - 04.2016
High School Diploma -
Murray High School
08.2007 - 06.2009
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