Trudy Holsinger
Clearwater,Florida
Summary
Compassionate Child Protection Investigator with solid background in child welfare and social services. Bring strong investigative skills, thorough knowledge of child protection laws, and commitment to safeguarding children's rights. Noted for effective communication, crisis management skills, and ability to make sound decisions under pressure. Previous roles demonstrate significant impact in ensuring child safety and providing resources for families in need.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Protection Investigator
Department of Children and Family Services
Largo, Florida
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive investigations into allegations of child abuse and neglect, including interviewing victims, witnesses, and suspects.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to ensure the safety of children in high-risk situations.
- Provided crisis intervention services for families in need of assistance due to child protection issues.
Case Manager
Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
Mansfield, Ohio
09.2007 - 06.2023
- Assessed clients' needs, developed service plans and monitored progress towards goals.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, caregivers, social services and other agencies to ensure client needs were met.
- Provided crisis intervention support for clients in emergency situations.
- Maintained up-to-date case records with case activity status.
- Developed trusting relationships with social services, health care providers and governmental agencies.
- Maintained logs and electronic client records following department and agency policies for effective monitoring.
- Adhered to ethical principles and standards to protect clients' confidential information.
Education
Associate of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
North Central Technical College
Mansfield, Ohio06-1994
Skills
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Child development knowledge
- Interviewing techniques
- Effective customer communication
- Confidentiality Practices
- Child Development
Certification
Certified Child Protection Investigator
- Crisis Intervention Team Training Certificate – Various State or Local Law Enforcement Agencies.
- Florida Driver's License
Accomplishments
- Employee of the Year in 2018 and 2022
Timeline
Child Protection Investigator
Department of Children and Family Services
09.2023 - Current
Case Manager
Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
09.2007 - 06.2023
Associate of Science - Therapeutic Recreation
North Central Technical College
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