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child protective specialist resume example with 15+ years of experience

Jessica Claire
  • Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94105 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK
  • Home: (555) 432-1000
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Summary

Compassionate social service professional comfortable taking a stand against threats to the safety or well-being of a child or person with cognitive or developmental challenges. Works directly with government officials, children and families to find the best care possible for every individual. Passionate about social work and committed to providing the highest level of care to patients.

Highlights
  • Attentive listener
  • Empathetic
  • Community outreach expert
  • Strong communicator
  • Team player
  • Detail-oriented
  • DCFS Child Welfare License
  • Cultural Diversity
  • Client-centered care
  • Family maintenance
Experience
Child Protective Specialist, 02/2006 to Current
New York City Administration For Children ServicesCity, STATE,
  • Performed child protective investigations in the home and community and made immediate assessments of safety regarding the child.
  • Interviewed clients individually and with families to determine what services would best address their needs, and made appropriate referrals.
  • Maintained a caseload working under strict city and state mandated deadlines while completing thorough case history records and writing detailed reports.
  • Presented case history material for review and discussion with supervisors and other staff members.
  • Evaluated and addressed individual client needs and concerns.
  • Wrote petitions, court reports, case plans and other legal documents.
  • Communicated with public, private, social and welfare agencies to obtain and provide information. Consulted with other professionals regarding the treatment of specific clients.
  • Worked with children and adults of all ages including individuals with a range of physical, cognitive and developmental limitations.
Education
Bachelor of Science: Psychology, Expected in 2004 to Pennsylvania State University - State College, PA
GPA:

Sociology Minor

Diverse coursework in human developmental, mental health limitations, cognitive and developmental delays as well as social welfare policies.

Accomplishments

Recognized by the New York City Commissioner of Children's Services as the Child Protective Services Worker that goes above and beyond the call of duty.

Maintaining a case load of under 8 cases each month despite receiving at least 4 new pending cases.

Passionately advocating for clients rights and ensuring that they are educated and arm with all information regarding these rights.


Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and certain social welfare programs

Knowledge of social welfare systems

Patient and skilled at working with people


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School Attended

  • Pennsylvania State University

Job Titles Held:

  • Child Protective Specialist

Degrees

  • Bachelor of Science

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