Human Resources Service
Resume:
Baytown, Texas ***** Phone - 334-***-****
E-mail - *********@*****.*** Erin S. Hart
OBJECTIVE A social service position in an organization where
an aptitude for effective interpersonal skills,
strong organization abilities, and creative
thinking would be needed.
SUMMARY OF
QUALIFICATIONS Highly motivated, creative, and versatile social
service professional with ten years of experience
with children, adults, and families in crisis and
non-crisis settings. Talent for motivating and
encouraging individuals from diverse backgrounds
with a team approach. Skillful at researching,
developing, and presenting information. Exceptional
organizational skills and attention to detail.
PROFESSIONAL
EXPEREINCE Family Sunshine Center Montgomery, Alabama
September 2008 - March 2011
Family Assessor
Served as a domestic violence consultant to
Montgomery County Department of Human Resources
caseworkers. Assessed for domestic violence in
child abuse and neglect cases and adult protective
service cases. Provided crisis intervention
services, advocacy, and referrals to other social
service agencies. Determined and implemented
intervention strategies. Provided training on the
intersection of child abuse and domestic violence.
Complied statistical information, prepared reports,
and maintained client files.
Central Alabama Community Foundation
Montgomery, Alabama November 2007
- September 2008
Neighborhood Resource Center Coordinator for the
BONDS Program
Staffed, maintained, and developed resources within
the neighborhood resource center. Provided
information and referrals for neighborhood
residents. Created and maintained neighborhood
databases. Assisted in planning and implementing of
networking opportunities and special events.
Directed publication of neighborhood directory and
assisted in creation of quarterly newsletter.
State of Alabama Montgomery, Alabama
January 2006 - November 2007
Montgomery County Department of Human Resources
Family and Children Services Foster Care
Caseworker
Engaged with families and community partners in an
empathic and genuine manner. Partnered with
families in the development of service plans to
create successful outcomes and alleviate safety
risks. Authorized and monitored delivery of
services. Prepared written reports, assessments,
and evaluations. Maintained client files.
Children's Aid Society Birmingham, Alabama
January 2004 - January 2006
Alabama Post Adoption Connection Montgomery
Regional Office
Family Support Worker
Identified needs of adoptive and foster families.
Provided information and referrals. Developed and
presented adoption and foster care related
trainings. Created regional newsletter. Scheduled
and participated in publicity and outreach efforts.
Designed educational material. Maintained and
expanded regional resource directory. Assumed
responsibility of regional office for a six month
period in the absence of a supervisor.
Family Sunshine Center Montgomery, Alabama
Shelter Child Advocate December 2003 - January
2004
Shelter Counselor/Social Worker June 2000 -
November 2003
Responded to crisis calls from victims of sexual
assault and domestic violence seeking safe shelter.
Assessed safety, physical, emotional, and social
needs of adults and children during intake
interview. Assisted in development and
implementation of client centered case plan through
advocacy, domestic violence awareness and
education, and referrals to other social service
agencies. Arranged opportunities for families to
verbalize past experiences and feelings through
art, play, games, books, and individual and group
sessions. Compiled statistical information,
prepared reports, and maintained client files.
Montgomery Area Association for Retarded Citizens
Montgomery, Alabama
Adult Basic Education Instructor January 2000
- June 2000
Augmentative Communication Instructor January
1999 - January 2000
Planned and implemented daily training and
recreational programs to increase quality of life
and independent functioning. Supported and
encouraged clients in successful completion of
programs. Initiated and participated in all aspects
of client care including toileting, lifting,
pushing wheelchairs, feeding, and utilization of
assistive tools. Compiled statistical information,
prepared reports, and maintained client files.
EDUCATION Florida State University 1993 - 1995
Panama Canal Branch Albrook Air Force Station,
Panama
General Education Requirements
Troy State University 1995-1997 Montgomery, Alabama
Bachelor of Science in Psychology with Minors in English
and Sociology
Dean's Honor List. Gamma Beta Phi and Alpha Sigma Lambda
Member. Summa Cum Laude graduate.
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