Self-motivated Social Worker, whom brings proven leadership, organizational and customer relations skills. Skilled in case management and care coordination for individuals in marginalized populations. Proactive and resourceful with strong knowledge of community resources.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor 1
Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency
Savannah, GA
10.2025 - Current
Facilitated comprehensive assessments to determine clients' vocational needs and barriers.
Developed individualized rehabilitation plans to enhance clients' employment opportunities.
Coordinated with community resources to provide job training and placement support.
Developed strong rapport with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding of their unique challenges.
Supported clients during both pre-employment preparation and post-placement adjustment periods for long-term success in the workforce.
Pre Employment Transition Instructor
Progressive Abilities Support Services
Savannah, GA
01.2025 - 10.2025
Worked with staff members SCPSS students to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
Helped SCPSS students explore career interests, assess skills, and identify potential opportunities through internships, job shadowing, workplace tours, or volunteer work experiences.
Provided counseling on post-secondary education and training, including information about college, vocational training, financial aid, and entrance requirements.
Trained students on soft skills such as communication, time management, teamwork, and problem-solving.
Empowered students to understand and communicate their needs, rights, and goals.
Created engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans tailored to students' needs and abilities.
Modified materials to support inclusive learning and accommodate IEP/504 plans or other special
Pathways Home 2 Coordinator/Case Manager
Savannah Technical College
Savannah
11.2022 - 01.2025
Provide comprehensive case management services for justice impacted adult reentry program participants with navigation through their career pathway working in partnership , identifying strengths and challenges to achieving goals.
Work closely with other program staff to monitor progress, and coordinate referral support.
Worked with external partners (such as literacy, behavioral health and housing providers) to ensure that services are coordinated and participants are able to fully engage in career pathway services.
Provide case management services including but not limited to Individual Development Plan(IDP) development, referral for supportive services, outreach and connection to community
Spearheaded volunteer programs that positively impacted local communities while showcasing the company''s commitment to social responsibility
Social Service Case Manager/Investigator III
Georgia Department Of Family & Children Services
Savannah, Ga.
03.2018 - 11.2022
Conduct investigations of alleged child abuse or neglect to determine if and what interventions are necessary
Assess abuse and neglect allegations reported by law enforcement, school, medical or anonymous reports
Performed unannounced and announced home visits, interviewed vulnerable children, and made careful observations
Testified in court hearings for child placement
Investigated family placement options to ensure children safety
Conducted needs assessments to determine appropriate services and develop goals and care plans
Record cases information, complete accurately all necessary forms and linking and coordinating variety of available services
Evaluate client risk and assess need for immediate intervention.
Intensive Family Intervention Therapist
Melinda Graham & Associates
Savannah, Ga.
06.2015 - 02.2018
Conducted psychoeducational presentations within the community, raising awareness about mental health topics while broadening outreach efforts.
Work with families to build a child welfare system that is safe, secure, stable, and family centered which relies on evidence-based practice necessary to support contract services Provide in-home services and monitor cases beyond release from custody
Document all contact with clients and collateral contacts; complete case activity logs and all related documentation; maintain client files.
Assisted youth and family/responsible caregivers in the facilitation and coordination of the Individual Resiliency Plan (IRP) including providing skills support in the youth/family's self-articulation of personal goals and objective
Develop service and resource coordination to assist the youth and family in gaining access to necessary rehabilitative, medical, social and other services and supports
Provide case management, community linkage and submit weekly documentation on client families
Work with families to build a child welfare system that is safe, secure, stable, and family centered which relies on evidence-based practice necessary to support contract
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