Tricia M. Stilen
Janesville,Wisconsin
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Certified Social Worker with extensive experience at Rock County Child Protective Services. Proven expertise in effective communication and collaborative problem-solving, successfully coordinating recruitment and retention events for foster families. Adept at conducting thorough assessments and facilitating comprehensive support services, ensuring child safety and well-being.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Foster Care Case Manager
Rock County CPS
Janesville, USA
06.2016 - Current
- Supported and educated foster parents.
- Licensed foster homes in compliance with DCF Chapter 56.
- Completed foster home assessments in compliance with SAFE.
- Planned recruitment events in the community.
- Organized retention events for foster families.
Sales Associate and Support Specialist
Michaels
Janesville, USA
11.2015 - 05.2021
- Counted and balanced cash drawers.
- Prepared bank deposits.
- Filled on-line orders.
- Completed price changes.
- Assisted customers.
Intern Coordinator
Rock County CPS
Janesville, USA
08.2012 - 06.2016
- Coordinated with seven colleges and universities.
- Interviewed potential student interns.
- Matched students with supervising social workers.
- Completed the onboarding process for new interns.
- Communicated with academic advisors.
Case Manager
Rock County CPS
Janesville, USA
10.1993 - 06.2016
- Facilitated investigations into child abuse and neglect, completing all required documentation.
- Coordinated ongoing services for families to ensure comprehensive support.
- Assessed child safety through thorough evaluations and risk analysis.
- Conducted interviews with reporters, generating detailed reports on abuse and neglect cases.
- Drafted court reports and attended hearings, providing testimony as necessary.
Education
Master of Science - Human Resource Management
Southern New Hampshire University
02-2023
Bachelor of Science Degree - Social Work
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
05-1993
Skills
- Certified Social Worker
- Interview techniques
- Effective verbal and written communication
- Collaborative Problem-solving
- Coordinate large events
- Experience with fundraising
- Member of multiple teams
- Training facilitation
- Community Engagement
Volunteer Experience
- LaPrairie 4-H Club, Club leader, 14 years
- LaPrairie 4-H Club, Advisory Board Member, 9 years
- Rock County 4-H Fair, Record Keeper at annual poultry show, 10 years
Timeline
Foster Care Case Manager
Rock County CPS
06.2016 - Current
Sales Associate and Support Specialist
Michaels
11.2015 - 05.2021
Intern Coordinator
Rock County CPS
08.2012 - 06.2016
Case Manager
Rock County CPS
10.1993 - 06.2016
Master of Science - Human Resource Management
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science Degree - Social Work
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee