Virginia Jones
Harrodsburg,KY
Summary
I have been with DCBS/CHFS for 20 years. I have been in my current position for over 6 years. I am dedicated to finding children forever homes and helping those forever homes maintain the children that they adopt.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Services Office Supervisor
DCBS/CHFS
01.2017 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Child Protective Services Specialist
DCBS/CHFS
04.2014 - 01.2017
- Worked with and provided support for front-line staff.
- Managed in-home services referrals for the region.
- Received complaints for the region and worked toward a resolution.
- Maintained case records and legal documentation.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans through case reviews.
Kinship Care Specialist
DCBS.CHFS
03.2012 - 04.2014
- Evaluated relatives for placement of children.
- Worked to make sure all documentation was completed and sent to Family Support for the relatives that were approved.
- Worked to wrap up all cases as the Kinship Care Program came to an end.
Out Of Home Care Specialist
DCBS/CHFS
06.2009 - 03.2012
- Worked to monitor children in Out of Home Care.
- Facilitated Pre-Permanency Conferences.
- Facilitated the Fayette County Regional Consultation Committee.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Provided support and guidance to front line staff.
Front Line CPS Worker - Primarily Ongoing Worker
DCBS/CHFS
04.2003 - 06.2009
- Investigated and provided ongoing CPS services to the clients that DCBS/CHFS serves.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
- Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
- Provided support to my co-workers and worked together with my co-workers as a team
- Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
- Promoted superior experience by addressing customer concerns, demonstrating empathy, and resolving problems swiftly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Corrections And Juvenile Justice
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY05.2002
High School Diploma -
Estill County High School
Irvine, KY05.1990
Skills
- Support front line staff so that they can achieve goals of their casework
- Review and provide feedback for case plans and court reports
- Consultation and guidance on cases monthly
- Encourage and maintain morale of workers
Timeline
Family Services Office Supervisor
DCBS/CHFS
01.2017 - Current
Child Protective Services Specialist
DCBS/CHFS
04.2014 - 01.2017
Kinship Care Specialist
DCBS.CHFS
03.2012 - 04.2014
Out Of Home Care Specialist
DCBS/CHFS
06.2009 - 03.2012
Front Line CPS Worker - Primarily Ongoing Worker
DCBS/CHFS
04.2003 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Science - Corrections And Juvenile Justice
Eastern Kentucky University
High School Diploma -
Estill County High School
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