Experience

Hanover County

• United States
• Government Administration
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Children's Services Act Coordinator

  • Mar 2017 - Present

  Assists the Community Policy & Management Team (CPMT) with the development, implementation and revision of local policies and procedures regarding the operation of the CSA program.Assists CPMT in developing a utilization management plan, including developing measurable outcomes and a plan for collecting analyzing data regarding those outcomes.Plans, monitors and projects the needs of the CSA budget, in collaboration with county finance.Family Assessment and Planning Team (FAPT) meeting process to include supporting family involvement and engagement in the FAPT process.Educates stakeholders, clients, and others on program services, policies, procedures and requirements.Develops strategies and options for increasing local service and treatment alternatives to address gaps and better meet the needs of children and families.Provides training and assistance in the provision of services that are responsive to the needs and strengths of at-risk youth and families.Creates relationships and establishes contracts with private services providers.Collects and analyzes data, and prepares and delivers reports.Establishes and maintains CSA case records, including electronic records.Certified CANS Trainer and CANS Super User.Board Member of the Central Virginia Partnership on YouthField Instructor for the VCU School of Social Work Show less

• Family Services Specialist II

  • Mar 2014 - Mar 2017

  Provided direct intervention and service delivery for foster care and adoption cases, and coordinates casework.Provided case management services to monitor compliance.Conducted field visits to foster homes, group homes, and residential facilities.Transported children and their families to placements, meetings, therapy sessions, doctor and dental appointments, and for visitation with families.Developed, wrote, and reviewed service plans documenting goals, objectives and details of the services provided for each case to meet identified customer needs in areas such as physical/mental health, housing, and presents cases to FAPT to obtain funding for appropriate services.Attended court, testified in court, and coordinated cases with attorneys.Interpreted laws, policies and regulations as applied to specific area of responsibility.Established and maintained case record, including ensuring OASIS remains updated.Coordinated with other agencies and participated in multi-disciplinary and inter-agency teams providing services to customers.Facilitated Family Partnership MeetingsIntake and On-Call - rotating coverage Show less



County of Louisa

• United States
• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Social Worker

  • Jan 2012 - Feb 2014

  Primarily a Foster Care Social Worker with some Foster Care Prevention, CPS Ongoing and Family Assessment case management experience Independent Living Coordinator VEMAT Rater Family Partnership Meeting Facilitator Completes Court Ordered Home Studies Department of Human Services FAPT Representative Department of Human Services Truancy Review Team Representative Primarily a Foster Care Social Worker with some Foster Care Prevention, CPS Ongoing and Family Assessment case management experience Independent Living Coordinator VEMAT Rater Family Partnership Meeting Facilitator Completes Court Ordered Home Studies Department of Human Services FAPT Representative Department of Human Services Truancy Review Team Representative



St. Joseph's Villa

• United States
• Individual and Family Services
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Day Treatment Counselor

  • Aug 2011 - Jan 2012

  Facilitated social skills and other psycho-educational groupsProvided education to clients to enhance social, community, and life skillsManaged behaviors and maintained discipline in accordance with program proceduresMaintained appropriate documentation, in accordance with Medicaid standards

• Sarah Dooley Center for Autism Counselor

  • May 2011 - Aug 2011

  Administered discreet trial programs to studentsImplemented the behavior management system and individual behavior plansUsed behavior management techniquesMaintained sight and sound supervision of studentsAssisted students with personal care

• Treatment Specialist

  • May 2011 - Aug 2011

  Conducted individual counseling sessions and crisis intervention for students with Asperger’s Syndrome, emotional disabilities, and learning disabilitiesLed social skills groups for students with Asperger’s SyndromeHeld treatment team meetingsCo-instructed Parent Education Trainings with court mandated clientsMaintained appropriate documentation



Richland School District 2

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 700 & Above Employee

• School Social Work Intern

  • Aug 2010 - Apr 2011

  Provided counseling and created behavior modification plans to students Completed Attendance Intervention Plans with students and parents Led groups about self-esteem/self-concept, achievement and goal setting Participated in the Intervention Assistance Team Operated an after-school tutoring program Advocated for homeless families and served as a liaison for the McKinney Vento Act Assisted clients with Medicaid, disability, and Healthy Learners applications Provided counseling and created behavior modification plans to students Completed Attendance Intervention Plans with students and parents Led groups about self-esteem/self-concept, achievement and goal setting Participated in the Intervention Assistance Team Operated an after-school tutoring program Advocated for homeless families and served as a liaison for the McKinney Vento Act Assisted clients with Medicaid, disability, and Healthy Learners applications



University of South Carolina

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Graduate Assistant

  • Aug 2009 - Apr 2011

  Powerpoint presentations, research, and grading for a professor at the University of South Carolina's College of Social Work.

• Upward Bound Office Assistant

  • May 2010 - Jul 2010

  Performed general administrative assistant tasks including faxing, filing, use of Microsoft word, excel and powerpointDeveloped staff meeting activitiesProvided guidance and information to students about high school and college

• Drug and Alcohol Audit Counselor Intern

  • Feb 2010 - May 2010

  Administered the Substance Abuse Prevention and Education - Alcohol Use Disorders Identification Test (SAPE AUDIT) to studentsBriefly counseled students in the development of goalsMade recommendations for future action

• Upward Bound Intern

  • Aug 2009 - Feb 2010

  Provided guidance and information to students about high school and collegeMet with students and parents to discuss student’s plans for the futurePlanned community service events Connected students with community resources



Roanoke College

• United States
• Higher Education
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Professor's Assistant

  • Sep 2006 - Dec 2008

  Research, grading, and organization for a professor at Roanoke College Research, grading, and organization for a professor at Roanoke College