Angela Perez

Waukegan,IL

Summary

Talented Social Worker familiar with proper evaluation, diagnostic and counseling standards. Excellent attention to detail, communication and relationship-building abilities. Over 6 years of education experience in public and private settings.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

School Social Worker

Beach Park School District 3

Beach Park , IL

01.2023 - Current

Collaborated with teachers, administrators, parents, and other professionals to develop and implement appropriate interventions for students facing social or academic difficulties.
Worked with teachers, administrators, students, parents and external support agencies to maximize treatment success.
Counseled individuals and groups in specific problem areas.
Facilitated individual and group therapy sessions to solve problems, set and achieve goals and improve communication skills.
Implemented behavioral improvements plans by working directly with teachers.

Program Director

Lake Behavioral Hospital

Waukegan, IL

10.2020 - 12.2022

Provided leadership in developing innovative approaches to meet program goals.
Facilitated staff meetings and educational work sessions to strengthen staff competencies.
Created and implemented new policies and procedures for the program.
Conducted needs assessments and developed program objectives.
Developed strategic plans to ensure successful program operations.
Initiated and set goals for programs according to strategic objectives of organization.

Adoption Social Worker

Lutheran Social Services Of Wisconsin And Upper Michigan

Eau Claire, WI

01.2018 - 10.2020

Supported birth mothers through the decision-making process of placing a child up for adoption.
Assessed family dynamics, financial stability, and other factors related to the adoption process.
Organized meetings with adoptive parents prior to finalizing an adoption agreement.
Provided counseling services to children placed in foster care or awaiting adoption.
Attended court hearings related to adoptions when necessary, offering testimony as needed.
Provided advocacy services to families considering adoption, including providing resources and support.

Education

Masters in Social Work - Social Work

Aurora University

Aurora, IL

07-2018

Licensed Social Worker

Skills

Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
Life Skills Development
Applied Behavioral Analysis
IEP Writing Knowledge
Documentation
Crisis Intervention

Mental Health Assessment
Individual Counseling
Risk Assessments
Substance Abuse Prevention
Parent Education

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