Compassionate Child Protection Worker highly skilled in responding to needs of children and families regarding reports of child neglect and abuse. Strong communicator with in-depth knowledge of protection legislation at both state and federal levels. Comfortable working with clients of all social, economic and cultural backgrounds.
Skills
Family services .Individual and family counseling
Client needs assessment .Behavior mirroring
Documentation skills .Responds quickly in crisis situations.
Safety assessments. Microsoft Office
Family Based Safety Services. Behavioral Skills Development
Community Mental Health Programs. Mental Health Crisis Response
Responsible for protecting unprotected children, elderly, people with disabilities from abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Knowledge of computers. Skill in working in office supporting several staff members. Ability to effectively .Windows environment
Education
SAINT LEO UNIVERSITYSt Leo, FL 33574, Expected in 06/2021 ā āBachelor of Applied Science:CRIMINAL JUSTICE & PSYCHOLOGY COUNSELING, - GPA:
Member of Member of The Alpha Phi Sigma, Omega Nu Lambda
Dean's List Awarded 2020
Majored in CRIMINAL JUSTICE HOMELAND SECURITY & PSYCHOLOGY COUNSELING
Graduated with 3.547 GPA
Columbia College Savannah, GA, Expected in 05/2018 ā āAssociate Degree:Human Services - GPA:
Barton County Community CollegeFort Riley , KS, Expected in 03/2016 ā āAssociate of Science: - GPA:
Everest College - Colorado SpringsColorado Springs, COExpected in 03/2010 ā āMedical Assistant:Health Administration - GPA:
Bedford High School New York, NY, Expected in 06/1999 ā āHigh School Diploma: - GPA:
Work History
Tacoma Community College - Childcare Assistant Tacoma, WA, 08/2019 - 03/2021
Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
Maintained accurate and detailed records of enrollments, attendance, health and safety, emergency contact information and incident reports.
Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling. Engaged with children individually to encourage physical activity and academic curiosity. Discussed programs policies and practices to families and visitors. Supported 1 yea classroom teachers in implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum for group of 1 year preschoolers. Offered top-notch care to 15+ children at once, ranging in age from 6 weeks to 5 years. Excellent customer service skills and be able to speak, read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions in English. Honesty and integrity. Report areas of concern and safety issues to Child Care Center Director, as well as maintain professional demeanor when interacting with co-workers, supervisors, and all others.
Maintained daily records of children's individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps. Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
Assist professional staff in providing direct care treatment for mentally ill clients in Small care units. Reported and maintained patient-related records while maintaining HIPAA guidelines. Facilitated on-site activities, support groups and outings for clients
Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review. Built and maintained positive staff relationships to promote teamwork and better serve clients
Maintain approved CPR certification as well as successful completion of Management of Assaultive Behavior training including restraint and seclusion policies prior to assuming patient care responsibility. Experience in healthcare environment .
Strategized with clinical team to prevent inmate diversion, abuse and recidivism.
Communicated effectively, both orally and in writing, with patients from diverse backgrounds.
Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention
Gateway Behavioral Health Services - Mental Health Support Worker City, STATE, 10/2015 - 05/2017
Provided 1:1 patient supervision. Observed, documented, and provided reports on consumer behavior and progress. Conducted vital signs and health procedures to monitor patients' conditions effectively.
Observed and monitored client behavior and responses to treatment.
Generated reports to drive management decisions for planning purposes. Researched problems, issues and program requirements. Collected relevant program information from various sources. Examined usual or problem situations indicated by changes in program quality indicators. Completed home welfare checks to align with state and program guidelines
Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters. Participate in maintaining therapeutic milieu on unit, enforces level system or other methods of behavior management
Participate in treatment planning by helping identify patients' problems, needs, and strengths; suggesting modifications to treatment plan based on observations of patients' behavior.
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