Foster Care Case Manager
Resume:
Melissa Rivera
Leland, NC *****
***********@*******.***
Graduate of York College with a BSW, as well as decade years of experience utilizing my behavioral analytic and social skills working with individuals and families in various age groups. Seeking to advance my knowledge and proficiencies in a community/ governmental -based environment. Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Foster Care Social Worker III
Brunswick County DSS-Bolivia, NC
January 2024 to July 2024
• Provided ongoing support and counseling to foster parents, ensuring the well-being and safety of children in their care
• Coordinated placement of children into suitable foster homes based on compatibility and specific needs
• Monitored the progress of children in foster care placements, regularly assessing their physical, emotional, and educational development
• Advocated for the best interests of children within the child welfare system during court hearings and meetings with other professionals
• Collaborated with community resources to provide necessary services such as medical care, therapy, or educational support for children in foster care
• Maintained accurate documentation of all client interactions, assessments, case plans, progress notes, and court reports
• Facilitated visitation between biological parents or relatives and children placed in foster care settings while ensuring safety measures were followed at all times
• Provided crisis intervention services as needed during emergencies or challenging situations involving families or placements
• Attended training sessions on topics such as trauma-informed care techniques or cultural sensitivity to enhance casework skills
• Supported youth aging out of the foster care system by connecting them with housing options, employment opportunities, and life skills training programs
• Worked closely with interdisciplinary teams including therapists, teachers, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive care for children in foster care
• Coordinated family reunification efforts by facilitating supervised visitations between biological parents and their children
• Advocated for additional services or supports needed by children in foster care such as educational accommodations or mental health evaluations
• Provided support and guidance to foster parents regarding behavior management techniques, trauma- informed care approaches, or other parenting strategies Family Development Coach
El Barrio’s Operation Fightback-East Harlem, NY
March 2023 to November 2023
· Provides high level family development coaching and support to High School Students
· Head of Neighborhood Development Area (NDA) Program in East Harlem
· Provides assessment, service planning, case management, and intervention work Case Manager
Brighter Days DV Shelter-Queens, NY
March 2022 to March 2023
· Case manager for families surviving domestic violence
· Conducted counseling sessions on a needed basis with the families I served
· Knowledge of APRICOT system
· Conducted Filing, intakes, and assessments
· Supervisory role in the absence of program director Private Nanny
Queens, NY
July 2021 to March 2022
· Creating a safe and stimulating environment for the children
· Indoor and outdoor play
· Preparing food, feeding children, and planning meals
· Children laundry
· Bathing, dressing, changing diapers, and potty-training children
· Reading with the children
· Educational activities and crafts
· Organizing bedroom/toys
· Light housekeeping
Case Manager
Henry Street Settlement-New York, NY
December 2020 to July 2021
· Case Manager for families living in shelter both homeless and domestic violence survivors
· Conducted counseling sessions on a needed basis with the families I served
· Knowledge of DHS CARES system
· Conducted Filing, intakes, and assessments
· Supervisory role during on call weekends at the facility Lead Teacher
The Learning Experience-Long Island, NY
May 2018 to August 2019
· Toddler Teacher for children ages 12 months through 24 months
· Assisted in doing educational curriculum for children
· Implemented fine motor and sensory skills to children on an everyday basis Afterschool Teacher
Serious Fun-4809 Center Boulevard, Long Island City, NY March 2017 to June 2018
· Assist children with after-school activities and homework
· Occasionally uses supervising skills
· Implements communication skills
Education
CUNY York College
August 2015 to May 2020
High School of Applied Communications
September 2011 to June 2015
Skills
• Internship with the Greater Ridgewood Youth Council August 2016
• May 2017
• Internship with York Early College Academy August 2019- May 2020
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Resourceful and reliable
• Competent in using software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, E-mail, and the Internet
• Supervising experience
• Microsoft Word
• Organizational skills
• Budgeting
• Analysis skills
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