Tracian Ferron-Chase
New York, New York, 10030
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PROFILE
Dedicated and self- motivated individual with six years of experience in
the social service field. People-oriented with effective communication
skills resulting in the ability to secure and maintain client
relationships. Good documentation and organizational skills. Work well
both independently and as a contributing member of the team. Proficient in
Windows XP/2003/2007, Microsoft Office Suite and the Internet. Completed
N.Y.S.E.D. mandated child abuse maltreatment of children workshop.
EDUCATION
Mercy College, Dobbs Ferry, NY
May 2009
Master of Science in Marriage & Family Therapy
Fordham University- Marymount Campus, Tarrytown, NY
May 2002
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
HONORS
Psi Chi -The National Honor Society in Psychology
May 2009
INTERNSHIP
Marriage & Family Therapy Intern
Cardinal McCloskey Services, Bronx, NY September
2008- May 2009
. Provided safe and confidential counseling to children and their
families in the foster care system.
. Formed a therapeutic alliance and implemented structural family
therapy model.
. Maintained written progress/clinical reports and consulted with
supervisor weekly.
. Collaborated with five families in developing treatment plans
quarterly in accordance with agency policy.
EMPLOYMENT
Vocational Case Manager
F.E.G.S, New York, NY
November 2007- February 2010
. Provided vocational guidance to approximately seventy five welfare to
work participants utilizing vocational interest assessment test
results to determine employment goals.
. Developed behavioral, educational and vocational goals and plans with
participants in accordance with the D.V.E/I.P.E battery.
. Revised and implement comprehensive service plans quarterly.
. Assisted participants in resolving issues that may affect work/school
performance through individual counseling or external referrals.
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EMPLOYMENT
. Maintained cases in accordance with N.Y.C.W.A.Y under the guidelines
of the agency and the Human Resources Administration.
Case Manager -Vocational Rehabilitation Services
Arbor Education & Training, Brooklyn, NY April
2005- October 2007
. Assisted approximately fifty participants in developing vocational
goals reflective of their skills and capabilities.
. Reviewed all medical and psychological records to identify educational
background, work history, disabilities and barriers to employment.
. Developed comprehensive service plans for each participant in
accordance with agency policy and guidelines.
. Provided participants with child care referrals and processed voucher
applications in A.C.C.IS.
Foster Care Caseworker
Family Support Systems, Inc, Bronx, NY May
2004- February 2005
. Assessed client's needs and developed goal oriented service plans for
each family every six months in accordance with agency policy.
. Advocated for children and their families to achieve the goal of
permanency operated under the guidelines of Administration of Children
Services.
. Provided support to Clients at family court proceedings and maintained
a regular schedule of home visits and office contacts.
. Ensured assigned seven cases and documentation were in compliance with
city and state mandates.