Manager Case

Ashley Pridemore

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City: Wayne

State: WV

Zip: 25570

Country: USA

Phone: 304-***-****

Skill Level: Any

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Primary Skills/Experience:

Experienced case manager, effective at working with clients and families who may be in crisis. Acts as a sympathetic guide and advocate to help them navigate complex and stressful s ituations. Experienced in handling case management responsibilities in crisis situations, working with children and families, coordinating socially necessary, psychiatric and rehabilitation services, working with law enforcement and the judicial system and handling crisis situations. Experienced in court documentation, including preparation of petitions and court summaries. Familiar with local resources including providers of socially necessary services, substance abuse recovery services, and mental health services.

Educational Background:

High School Dipolma from Marshall University, Huntington WV 1/2001 to 12/2010 (RBA; minors in Psychology and Sociology)

Job History / Details:

Summary

Experienced case manager, effective at working with clients and families who may be in crisis. Acts as a sympathetic guide and advocate to help them navigate complex and stressful situations. Experienced in handling case management responsibilities in crisis situations, working with children and families, coordinating socially necessary, psychiatric and rehabilitation services, working with law enforcement and the judicial system and handling crisis situations. Experienced in court documentation, including preparation of petitions and court summaries. Familiar with local resources including providers of socially necessary services, substance abuse recovery services, and mental health services.

Highlights

Experience with diverse populations

Experience working with adults

Experience working with children

Familiarity with substance and mental health systems

Familiarity with the criminal justice system

Group facilitation, presentation, and organizational skills

Proficient computer skills

Sensitive to cultural differences

Team player and self-motivated

Understanding of adolescent development

Ability to maintain accurate client records

Able to manage client crises

Able to participate in multidisciplinary team approach

Able to work independently and as a member of a team

Aware of legal and ethical standards

Comfortable with diverse populations

Excellent relationship building skills

Excellent writing and critical thinking skills

Experience performing assessments

Experience

November 2010 to October 2012

WVDHHR Wayne, WV

Child Protective Services Worker

Case Manager; Responsibilities included investigations and case management responsibilities; performing family functioning assessments, case evaluations, safety evaluations, safety assessments, face to face home visits, one on one and group interviewing, working with adults and children, working with families of various socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds, removal of children from home setting, placement of children in foster care/group homes/relative placements, working with the judicial system and law enforcement, preparation of court documents, testifying in circuit court hearings, working with other social work professionals, identification of needs and coordination of corresponding services including socially necessary services, rehabilitation services and psychiatric services, preparation of case plans and treatment plans.

Education

2010 Marshall University Huntington, WV

Bachelor of Arts RBA; minors in Psychology and Sociology

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