Camellia Dixon Calloway

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Miami, FL, 33147

786-***-****

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CAREER OBJECTIVE

Highly motivated and result oriented professional with an exceptionally strong background in child services. Serving at risk populations and families as well as excellent client evaluation skills and the ability to promote appropriate community services for clients, I have the ability to quickly establish excellent working relationships with clients and also recognized by colleagues for excellent solving skills and astute contributions to team meetings. EXPERIENCE

Department of Children and Families Miami, FL

Child Protective Investigator Dec 2019 - May 2020

● Conducts investigations regarding allegations of abuse, neglect, abandonment and/or special conditions for children; Works closely with law enforcement; Collects information through observation and interviews with the children, parents, relatives, neighbors, and other parties associated with the case, as well as analysis of criminal, past service history and other records; Engages families to understand the family s perspectives about family dynamics, challenges and solutions, identifies needs and determines the level of intervention needed to include voluntary services or court ordered dependency services; Assesses danger threats, child vulnerabilities and caregiver protective capacities in order to determine whether a child is safe or not safe; Develops with family and other persons as necessary any required present and/or impending danger plans based on analysis of danger threats in operation; Manages and modifies safety plans as necessary during the course of the investigation; Arranges emergency placement for any child that cannot safely remain in the home; Notifies state attorney, law enforcement, child protection team and other required individuals as appropriate; Provides written present and impending danger assessments; Completes Risk Assessment on families investigated and explains risk score to family; Conducts staffing s required for families with risk scores that are High and Very High Risk; Presents safety plan and impending danger assessment at case management case transfer staffing and participates in discussion as to recommended follow-up actions; Provides families with services linkages to agency and community resources based on needs assessment and provides recommendations for development of case plan to Case Manager; Conducts initial/ongoing child present and impending danger assessments; Develops with the family a signed Present Danger Plan and a signed safety plan for any identified threats and interventions; Schedules and gathers information for and participates in case staffing s; Prepares appropriate reports/documentation in coordination with Children's Legal Services and provides testimony in court; Maintains thorough documentation in the client records/appropriate information system(s) and maintains organized client files; Reports indication of abuse, neglect and/or abandonment to the Florida Abuse Hotline; Establishes and maintains cooperative and professional working relationships with organizations and other agencies involved with child protective investigations such as community based providers, Children's Legal Services, law enforcement, medical personnel, schools, and other community/agency resources; Ensures effective communication with deaf or hard-of hearing customers or companions in accordance with the ADA and/ shall manage service records and report this data and any resources and/or training needs to their designated program point of contact. performed all job tasks in accordance with laws, rules, regulations, policies, and requirements applicable to state and federal laws or procedures. B

Bays Florida

Lead Community Service Specialist Sep 2019 - Dec 2019

● Report feedback on performance of Recovery Specialists to Assistant Program Director; The Lead Recovery Specialist will be available at the courthouse on particular court days; Track client's participation in recommended treatment services; Administer random toxicity screens and breathalyzer tests; Review court specific steps with parent, especially focusing on any court ordered specific steps that are relevant to substance abuse assessment and treatment, including alcohol and drug testing; Work with DCF, the parent and their attorney to obtain any needed releases of information forms; Confer with the DCF worker regarding referrals for appropriate services; Provide standardized reports to the courts, attorneys of record, and DCF; Attend any court proceedings and DCF meetings, including but not limited to hearings, case status conferences, treatment planning conferences, administrative case reviews and Substance Abuse Managed Service System Meetings (SAMSS) scheduled in the case to respond to any questions and to update court staff, DCF, and attorneys of record abut current status and future planning for treatment and services, and receive update from DCF and the attorneys about the court case(s) including DCF plans for the child(ren) and permanency 1951 NW 79th St Apt 108 Miami, FL, 33147 786-***-**** adnq7v@r.postjobfree.com planning to include concurrent planning to include concurrent planning to address what to do in the event of noncompliance with treatment and “relapse” and promote “relapse prevention” Broward Juvenile Detention FT Lauderdale, FL

Juvenile Detention Supervisor Jul 2018 - Oct 2019

● •Take, receive, or check periodic inmate counts. •Maintain order, discipline, and security within assigned areas in accordance with relevant rules, regulations, policies, and laws. •Maintain knowledge of, comply with, and enforce all institutional policies, rules, procedures, and regulations. •Respond to emergencies, such as escapes. •Supervise and direct the work of correctional officers to ensure the safe custody, discipline, and welfare of inmates. Broward Juvenile Detention FT Lauderdale, FL

Broward Juvenile Detention Officer Oct 2015 - Jun 2018

● Conduct head counts to ensure that each prisoner is present. Inspect conditions of locks, window bars, grills, doors, and gates at the detention facilities to ensure security and help prevent escapes. Monitor conduct of prisoners in housing units, or during work or recreational activities, according to established policies, regulations, and procedures, to prevent escape or violence. Search prisoners and vehicles and conduct shakedowns of cells for valuables and contraband, such as weapons or drugs. Maintain records of prisoners' identification and charges. EDUCATION

MIAMI DADE COLLEGE Miami, FL

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Criminal Justice (May 2018) MIAMI NORTHWESTERN Miami, FL

High School Diploma (Jun 1989)

ADDITIONAL SKILLS

● Good communication skills

● Great customer service

● Reliable and punctual

● Fast learner and team player

● Ability to adapt to work environment and follow directions CERTIFICATIONS

● DCF-approved pre-service curriculum before testing with FCB.

● Provisional certification.

● Certified as a Protective Investigator (CWPI), Case Manager (CWCM) or Licensing Counselor (CWLC) 1951 NW 79th St Apt 108 Miami, FL, 33147 786-***-**** adnq7v@r.postjobfree.com