Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Worker Supervisor
Behavioral Health and Social Services/Children’s
08.2006 - Current
Maintaining relationships with other Supervisors and Social Workers and help to educate in the realm of family finding
I maintain data utilized by staff analysts, host monthly meetings with staff Social Workers in regards to their relative connections and case plans, and review court attachments pertaining to family finding.
I assessed and interviewed potential resource parents for Shasta County. This comprehensive assessment included a thorough background check, drug and alcohol screening, mental health screening, personal history, and parenting experiences.
I completed investigations and emergency responses within the intake unit. Investigations included collaborating with law enforcement, schools, therapists, family members, and various community resources to ensure the safety and well-being of children in our community.
Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
Conducted home visits to assess living environment and facilitate access to necessary resources.
Social Worker/Case Manager
Behavioral Health and Social Services/Mental Healt
08.2001 - 08.2006
I assisted with the discharge and follow up services to clients that were psychiatrically hospitalized and needed future mental health intervention.
Offered therapeutic services and crises intervention to emotionally disturbed children and adolescents.
Maintained client records to document assessment, treatment plans and progress.
Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
Site Intervention Facilitator
Redding School District
08.1999 - 08.2001
I developed a newly funded Healthy Start Grant Program and Afterschool Program at Cypress Elementary School.
Education
Masters in Social Work -
Chico State University
Chico, CA
05.2018
Bachelors in Social Work -
Cal Poly Humboldt State University
Arcata, CA
05.1998
Associates in General Education -
Shasta Junior College
Redding, CA
12.1994
Skills
Risk Assessment
Educational Support
Staff Development
Crisis Assessment
Timeline
Social Worker Supervisor
Behavioral Health and Social Services/Children’s
08.2006 - Current
Social Worker/Case Manager
Behavioral Health and Social Services/Mental Healt
Program Administrative Assistant II at Medical & Social Services Division, Access & Eligibility Services Texas Health and Human Services CommissionProgram Administrative Assistant II at Medical & Social Services Division, Access & Eligibility Services Texas Health and Human Services Commission
Mental Health Admissions Coordinator at Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare. Behavioral Health Services and FacilitiesMental Health Admissions Coordinator at Odyssey Behavioral Healthcare. Behavioral Health Services and Facilities