Adoption Social Worker Resume Example Family Connections Christian Adoptions

ADOPTION SOCIAL WORKER

Experience

Family Connections Christian AdoptionsSeptember 2013 to CurrentAdoption Social Worker
San Luis Obispo, CA

Conducted case management, education, and counseling services to foster and adoptive families.
Aided in permanency planning for foster children while working with various counties and other service providers.
Extensive experience writing homestudies, SAFE homestudies, Resource family assessments, post placement reports and needs and service plans.
Experience providing relinquishment services and support to birth parents.

USC University Children's Hospital Los AngelesSeptember 2012 to May 2013Psychotherapist/Master of Social Work Intern
Los Angeles, CA

Conducted client intakes, psychosocial assessments, and diagnosed according to DSM-IV-TR.
Coordinated with interdisciplinary team, family, teachers, primary physician and client to create appropriate and effective treatment plans.
Provided individual and family psychotherapy, psychoeducation, advocacy, service linkage, case management, and crisis intervention as needed while utilizing Department of Mental Health documentation.
Co-facilitated two Evidence Based Practices including an Incredible Years child group with children ages four to six and a Seeking Safety group with adolescents ages 13 to 18.

Foster Care and Adoption - McKinley Children's CenterSeptember 2011 to May 2012Foster Care Social Worker/Master of Social Work Intern
Riverside, CA

Assisted in placement of foster youth and created individualized treatment plans.
Provided intensive case management and advocacy.
Conducted home and school visits, monitored visits with foster youths biological family, and implemented crisis intervention.
Offered psychoeducation, coordinated home inspections, and attended Team Decision Making meetings.

Le Roy Haynes CenterJanuary 2011 to May 2011Intern
La Verne, CA

Aided in the High School English classroom for emotionally disturbed boys ranging in age from 14-18 years old.
Observed and assisted students on a one on one basis with writing skills, reading, spelling, and comprehension.

SEEK EducationJune 2010 to September 2011Behavior Technician
San Gabriel, CA

Implemented Applied Behavior Analysis with children ranging in ages from birth to adulthood, who have been diagnosed with a developmental disability such as Autism Spectrum Disorder and other related disabilities.
Worked hands on with clients to improve motor skills, fine motor skills, self help skills, communication, eye contact, and social interaction, while providing a fun and positive environment for the client.
Trained family members, documented progress, and coordinated with treatment team to develop lesson plans and goals.

University of the Philippines ManilaJune 2012Manila, Philippines

Focused on the women's empowerment model.
Attended lectures given by UP Manila professors and community members regarding various topics such as Filipino history, economic disparity, grassroots movement, and more.
Visited various non profit agencies, communities, and government offices to gain a better understanding of efforts being made to end human trafficking.
Participated in direct contact and dialogue with victims and survivors of human trafficking to acquire a true perspective.

Inland Valley Hope PartnersJanuary 2009 to May 2009Pomona, Ca

Assisted a food pantry in providing individuals of low socioeconomic status with food and general necessities.
Managed general care of facility including inventory and organization of pantry as well as accommodating individuals with appropriate rations of groceries for themselves and their dependents.

Education

University of Southern CaliforniaMay 2013Master of Social Work: Children and Families, Sub Public Child WelfareLos Angeles, CAChildren and Families, Sub Public Child Welfare

University of La VerneMay 2011Bachelor of Science: PsychologyLa Verne, CAPsychology

Publications

Speaker The Sixth International Global Studies Conference, New Delhi, India Expected September 2013 Presenting research paper, "An Examination of the Intergenerational Cycles of Abuse and Sexual Exploitation". Research is based on previous community advocacy experience in the Philippines, as indicated below. Organizer and Speaker Ending Modern Day Slavery: A Victim-Centered Approach Conference, San Diego, CA December 2012 Collaborated with fellow scholars to organize a conference to raise awareness on the current state of human trafficking. Facilitated mental health workshop regarding symptomatology and treatment techniques. Presented research paper, "An Examination of the Intergenerational Cycles of Abuse and Sexual Exploitation".

Skills

counseling, client, clients, Decision Making, documentation, English, government, inventory, meetings, Mental Health, profit, progress, reading, Safety, writing skills

Additional Information

HONORS AND MEMBERSHIPS Deans list, University of La Verne Fall 2010-Spring 2011 Mayer-Latino Scholarship, University of Southern California Fall 2012-Spring 2013 Deans Account Scholarship, University of Southern California Fall 2012-Spring 2013 Phi Alpha Honor Society, University of Southern California Fall 2012 National Association of Social Work

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Family Connections Christian Adoptions
USC University Children's Hospital Los Angeles
Foster Care and Adoption - McKinley Children's Center
Le Roy Haynes Center
SEEK Education
University of the Philippines Manila
Inland Valley Hope Partners

School Attended

University of Southern California
University of La Verne

Job Titles Held:

Adoption Social Worker
Psychotherapist/Master of Social Work Intern
Foster Care Social Worker/Master of Social Work Intern
Intern
Behavior Technician

Degrees

Master of Social Work : Children and Families, Sub Public Child Welfare
Bachelor of Science : Psychology

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