Kyle Edwards
Oroville
Summary
Child Welfare Social Worker | Investigations | Court Proceedings | Case Management
Experienced Child Welfare Social Worker with nearly three years of progressively responsible experience conducting investigations, managing complex family cases, preparing court reports, and providing testimony in juvenile court proceedings. Skilled in interviewing parties and witnesses, evaluating evidence, maintaining detailed case documentation, and navigating legal and regulatory requirements. Adept at managing high-conflict situations, meeting statutory deadlines, and collaborating with attorneys, law enforcement, healthcare professionals, and court personnel. Seeking to leverage investigative, documentation, and court-related experience in a Family Law Paralegal or Legal Case Management role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Social Worker II
Butte County Children's Services
Oroville
09.2023 - Current
Investigations & Intake
- Conduct investigations involving allegations of child abuse, neglect, and child safety concerns.
- Interview children, parents, relatives, mandated reporters, service providers, and collateral contacts to gather and assess information.
- Evaluate credibility of statements, review records, and analyze evidence to support case findings and recommendations.
- Prepared investigative findings and recommendations aligned with California child welfare law and policy to guide case outcomes.
- Coordinated investigations with law enforcement, medical professionals, schools, and legal counsel to ensure thorough case assessments.
- Manage complex family cases involving court oversight, reunification services, and child safety planning.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and facilitate communication between stakeholders.
- Compiled comprehensive court reports and supporting documentation for juvenile dependency proceedings to facilitate informed judicial decisions.
- Testify in juvenile court regarding investigative findings, case progress, and recommendations.
- Maintain legally defensible documentation and case records for court review.
- Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations governing child welfare services.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Antropology
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA05-2022
Skills
- Case management
- Client Communication
- Conflict Resolution
- Risk Assessment
- Documentation Management
- Deadline Management
- Multidisciplinary Coordination
- Professional Writing
Certification
- Cultural Resource Management
Timeline
Social Worker II
Butte County Children's Services
09.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Antropology
California State University, Chico