ROSALIE WOLFRUM
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Dynamic and licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in clinical practice and program leadership within child welfare, homelessness, and mental health systems. Expertise in achieving positive outcomes for high-risk populations through trauma-informed care, multidisciplinary collaboration, and evidence-based interventions. Proven success in leading teams, scaling programs, and delivering measurable impact in complex environments. Dedicated to fostering resilience and promoting well-being among vulnerable communities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Children’s Social Worker III
Department of Children and Family Services
LA County
08.2021 - Current
- Manage complex caseload of 20+ children and families with high-risk safety concerns
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and interventions using trauma-informed frameworks
- Utilize CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and solution-focused approaches to support behavior change and family stabilization
- Produce court reports and documentation aligned with legal and agency standards
- Collaborate across systems to coordinate care and prevent unnecessary removals
- Mentor MSW interns and new staff through supervision and field instruction
Director of Project Room and Home Key Programs
Illumination Health and Home
03.2020 - 08.2021
- Provided daily oversight of Project Room Key and Home Key sites for vulnerable adults and seniors at risk of severe COVID symptoms who were simultaneously experiencing homelessness
- Oversaw 20+ staff across operations, case management, and facilities
- Led a multi-agency initiative that permanently housed 100+ individuals within 100 days
- Built partnerships with city, county, and nonprofit stakeholders to expand access to housing and supportive services
- Provided direct case management and coordinated entry into permanent housing systems
Director of Children’s Resource Centers and Family Shelters
Illumination Health and Home
03.2017 - 03.2020
- Managed children’s programs serving 100+ youth experiencing homelessness across multiple sites
- Supervised 15+ staff and volunteers, providing leadership, training, and program oversight
- Directed shelter operations for 20+ families, ensuring safety, stability, and service delivery
- Developed partnerships with 20+ community organizations to enhance programming and resources
Children and Families Stabilization Manager
Illumination Health and Home
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Led family stabilization services focused on housing, mental health, and self-sufficiency
- Supervised case managers and ensured quality service delivery and compliance
Education
Master of Social Work -
California State University Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Development
Brandman University
Irvine, CA01-2013
Skills
- Bilingual Spanish and English
- Program Development and Management
- Leadership and Training
- Conflict Resolution/De-escalation
- Contracts and Grants
- Child development
- Individual counseling
- Trauma-informed care
- Crisis intervention
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Multicultural awareness
- Evidence-based practice
Accomplishments
Presenter, Trauma-Informed Care – Family Promise National Conference
Featured on NBC “Give” (Episode on homelessness services)
Recipient, Santa Ana Community Builder Award (2017)
Certification
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, # 137655
Expires 03/31/2028
CLINICAL & EARLY EXPERIENCE
- School Therapist Intern, Children’s Bureau (2019–2020)
- MSW Intern, DCFS (2020–2021)
- Children’s Program Coordinator, Illumination Foundation
- Special Education Aide, Garden Grove USD
- Childcare Worker, Childhelp
- Lead Instructor, Boys & Girls Club
Timeline
Children’s Social Worker III
Department of Children and Family Services
08.2021 - Current
Director of Project Room and Home Key Programs
Illumination Health and Home
03.2020 - 08.2021
Children and Families Stabilization Manager
Illumination Health and Home
07.2017 - 07.2019
Director of Children’s Resource Centers and Family Shelters
Illumination Health and Home
03.2017 - 03.2020
Master of Social Work -
California State University Long Beach
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Development
Brandman University