Sarah Denney
Sacramento
Summary
Compassionate, professional and dedicated Social Worker with over ten years experience providing high-quality care to children, families and diverse communities.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Client Services Practitioner
Placer County Children's System of Care
10.2022 - Current
- Work collaboratively with families in preparation for permanency through Legal Guardianship or Adoption
- Perform case management duties including home visits, service referrals, crisis intervention, advocacy, and case documentation
- Provide the Court with accurate, thoughtful and detailed information, assessments and recommendations
- Provide exceptional support to families navigating the Child Welfare System
- Prepare accurate and meaningful Child Narratives
- Provide support to adoptive families through the Adoption Assistance Program
- Maintain positive relationships with colleagues and agency providers
Supervising Social Worker
FosterHope Sacramento
05.2015 - 10.2022
- Provided crisis intervention support when necessary, utilizing de-escalation techniques and coordinating appropriate follow-up care.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' psychological, emotional, and social needs to inform targeted interventions.
- Established strong partnerships with community-based organizations to enhance service delivery options and expand the organization''s reach in addressing local needs.
- Implemented continuous quality improvement initiatives within the department to enhance service delivery standards across the board.
- De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
- Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
- Monitored program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of services.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff.
Resident Services Coordinator
Community Housing Opportunities Corporation
08.2008 - 05.2015
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to enhance available resources for residents.
- Served as a liaison between property management staff and residents to address concerns effectively before escalating issues higher up in the organization.
- Managed accurate record-keeping systems to track resident interactions, incidents, and program participation effectively.
- Streamlined communication between residents and management through effective coordination of meetings and events.
- Improved overall community atmosphere by organizing social, recreational, and educational programs for residents.
- Conducted thorough orientations for new residents to foster familiarity with the community''s policies, services, and amenities.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among residents, resulting in a more harmonious living environment.
- Provided compassionate support during times of crisis or personal difficulty for individual residents as needed.
Office Manager
Philip Denney, M.D. and Robert Sullivan, M.D.
01.2006 - 06.2008
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Facilitated positive work environment, addressing employee concerns promptly and fostering culture of mutual respect.
- Conducted regular reviews of office procedures, identifying and implementing improvements for operational excellence.
- Managed scheduling and coordination of all office meetings to ensure smooth operations and minimal conflicts.
Homeless Outreach Coordinator/Volunteer Coordinator
The Living Room
02.2000 - 06.2005
- Monitored progress towards outreach goals regularly, making adjustments as needed to ensure continued success of initiatives.
- Improved access to resources for underprivileged communities by connecting them with essential services offered by partner agencies.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant policies and regulations affecting target populations, informing program development accordingly.
- Developed network relationships with industry professionals to enhance community awareness and promote services.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive plans for addressing community needs.
- Conducted workshops and training sessions for staff and volunteers, increasing their knowledge of community resources and best practices in outreach.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CAMaster of Science - Social Work
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CATimeline
Client Services Practitioner
Placer County Children's System of Care
10.2022 - Current
Supervising Social Worker
FosterHope Sacramento
05.2015 - 10.2022
Resident Services Coordinator
Community Housing Opportunities Corporation
08.2008 - 05.2015
Office Manager
Philip Denney, M.D. and Robert Sullivan, M.D.
01.2006 - 06.2008
Homeless Outreach Coordinator/Volunteer Coordinator
The Living Room
02.2000 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Science - Sociology
Sonoma State University
Master of Science - Social Work
California State University, Sacramento
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