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Work collaboratively, coordinate, and maintain professional communication with Adams County professionals, teams, and those from other counties on behalf of adolescents.Provides case-specific documentation including development of family service plans, court documentation, TRAILS entries of ROC notes and other documentation, assessment completion, placement paperwork, service referrals, visitation assessments, and other related tasks.Reviews reports from service providers to… Show more Work collaboratively, coordinate, and maintain professional communication with Adams County professionals, teams, and those from other counties on behalf of adolescents.Provides case-specific documentation including development of family service plans, court documentation, TRAILS entries of ROC notes and other documentation, assessment completion, placement paperwork, service referrals, visitation assessments, and other related tasks.Reviews reports from service providers to ensure effectiveness of services.Provides face-to-face contact with clientsCommunicates with collaterals; and attends case-specific staffings. Actively participates in Foster Care Reviews, audits as required, and ensures that client charts are up-to-date and accurate.Participates in case-specific court hearings, consults with county legal staff as needed, and may provide coverage as needed for teammates at court hearings.Supervises visits for clients on caseload, when no other resources are available and/or when appropriate. Provides customer service through timely response to phone calls, e-mails, letters, and other communication. Provides direct problem-solving with clients and collaterals in a professional and courteous manner.Provides crisis management for case-specific emergencies.Provides ongoing safety monitoring and assessment and develops/updates safety plans as required to ensure safety for children on caseload.Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required. Show less

Internship for summer in the Chafee ProgramAssisted with 2 clients developing Independent Living PlansCreated personal branding workshop for youthParticipated in life skill groups and summer activitiesAssisted with remodeling and restructuring the Chafee Adulthood Tool

Master of Social WorkIndian Child Welfare Act (ICWA)Colorado Child Welfare Scholars Consortium (CCWSC) – MSU Denver Department of Social WorkPrepare materials for research studiesAssist in the gathering of data related to projects assigned

Used behavioral management skills & interventions to guide youth through daily living & leisure activities.Worked with supervisors, directors, and Behavioral Health Specialist to best support youth in their treatment1:1 support; Supervision for at risk/suicidal youthTRAILS Data EntrySupervised Control Desk

Assisted with school wide implementation of strategies and programs to improve school culturePlaced MTSS interventions in place for high school aged childrenPartnered with school Social Worker and school counselors to best serve students academicallyReviewed data and statistics to improve school wide interventions for academics

Lakewood, Colorado

Assisted with school wide implementation of strategies and programs to improve school culturePlaced MTSS interventions in place for elementary school aged childrenPartnered with school Social Worker and school counselors to best serve students academically and behaviorally

- Learn and grow with a DELCS Mentor Program Supervisor who demonstrates excellence in high-quality programming and serves as a coach and advisor to the Resident- Participate in bi-weekly seminars designed and taught through the DELCS.- Learn the ins and outs of a Program Supervisor to then take over an existing site or lead a new site within DELCS- Ability to learn, practice, implement and grow

Summer position Responsible for fostering a positive and nurturing environment for enrichment programming to support the optimal growth and development of children. Commitment includes:- Implement high quality summer programs where students are engaged in a variety of ways- Initiate personal contact with all families and foster a positive environment for the children- Use positive youth development strategies- Create and implement curriculum and activities for… Show more Summer position Responsible for fostering a positive and nurturing environment for enrichment programming to support the optimal growth and development of children. Commitment includes:- Implement high quality summer programs where students are engaged in a variety of ways- Initiate personal contact with all families and foster a positive environment for the children- Use positive youth development strategies- Create and implement curriculum and activities for children in an enriching, engaging and enjoyable manner- Directly supervise and provide group management of elementary age students- Interpret the philosophy of Denver Public Schools and build community with faculty, staff, parents, visitors and the community- Ensure that Colorado Department of Human Services Child Care, District and Department policies and procedures are followed- Maintain appropriate records and logs and provide accurate and timely information on program operations as requested- Work with team members to create a harmonious and efficient working environment- Attend required Department orientations, trainings and staff meetings- Additional duties as assigned by direct supervisor Show less

Oversee day-to-day operations of a high quality before/after school youth enrichment program. Implement the philosophy of DELCS. Ensure that CDHS Child Care and/or District policies & procedures followed. Commitment includes:- Establish and maintain high quality site enrichment programs- Ensure success of program through the use of positive youth development strategies.- Ensure program, enrichment offerings and curriculum delivery is implemented for children in an enriching… Show more Oversee day-to-day operations of a high quality before/after school youth enrichment program. Implement the philosophy of DELCS. Ensure that CDHS Child Care and/or District policies & procedures followed. Commitment includes:- Establish and maintain high quality site enrichment programs- Ensure success of program through the use of positive youth development strategies.- Ensure program, enrichment offerings and curriculum delivery is implemented for children in an enriching, engaging and enjoyable manner.- Oversee and manage enrichment providers at site which includes scheduling, creating course catalogs, rosters and onboarding enrichments to sites policies.- Support Extended Learning Supervisor in completing Scopes of Works for all enrichments sessions and verification of invoices.- Oversee registration and scheduling for enrichment providers- Manage enrichment attendance records and students roster with enrichment providers.- Responsible for ensuring families receive information on all upcoming enrichment events including family nights, registrations, enrichment fairs and Camps.- Assist Extended Learning Supervisor and Regional Senior Supervisor or Manager to maintain and/or increase enrichment program enrollment- Work with Extended Learning Supervisor and internal nurse consultant to be aware and share with Enrichment Providers information regarding student’s medical and special needs and appropriate care necessary.- In collaboration with Enrichment Specialist, manage and input site specific data.- Assist in providing on-site training, and coaching new staff members to create a harmonious and efficient working environment.- Provide enrichment information to weekly school newsletters to families.- Responsible for the day-to-day operations when the Extended Learning Supervisor or Regional Supervisor is not there.- Provide accurate and timely information on program operations as requested.- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. Show less

Summer positionResponsible for fostering a positive and nurturing environment for enrichment programming to support the optimal growth and development of children. Commitment includes:- Implement high quality summer programs where students are engaged in a variety of ways- Initiate personal contact with all families and foster a positive environment for the children- Use positive youth development strategies- Create and implement curriculum and activities for… Show more Summer positionResponsible for fostering a positive and nurturing environment for enrichment programming to support the optimal growth and development of children. Commitment includes:- Implement high quality summer programs where students are engaged in a variety of ways- Initiate personal contact with all families and foster a positive environment for the children- Use positive youth development strategies- Create and implement curriculum and activities for children in an enriching, engaging and enjoyable manner- Directly supervise and provide group management of elementary age students- Interpret the philosophy of Denver Public Schools and build community with faculty, staff, parents, visitors and the community- Ensure that Colorado Department of Human Services Child Care, District and Department policies and procedures are followed- Maintain appropriate records and logs and provide accurate and timely information on program operations as requested- Work with team members to create a harmonious and efficient working environment- Attend required Department orientations, trainings and staff meetings- Additional duties as assigned by direct supervisor Show less

Vista Peak Prep

Responsible for the safety and well being of students, staff and school facilities and assets at the assigned school location. Duties include supervising and monitoring students within and outside the school building, enforcing appropriate student behavior, communicating with students regarding issues and/or behavior, escorting students and/or unauthorized visitors, assisting with fire drills and other threats and assisting in removal from classroom of disruptive students.

An English Language Acquisition (ELA) General Paraprofessional supports teachers by providing curriculum based English language acquisition educational support to students in designated subject areas. Communicates and coordinates with students and parents (oral and written) about routine issues in their native language. An ELA General Paraprofessional may assist with computer led instruction, student assessment and lesson planning among other duties.

Centennial, Colorado

Helping young children ages 3 and up with math and reading

East Lansing, Mi

Assist young children enhance their math and reading skills.

Master Of Social Work - Msw

Activities and Societies: Colorado Child Welfare Scholar

Bachelor'S Degree, Human Development And Family Studies, General

Activities and Societies: Sigma Alpha Lambda National Leadership and Honors Organization Bachelors of Science Concentration.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Human Development And Family Studies, General

Transfer

High School Diploma; International Studies Diploma, High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Golf Swimming Ambassador's Club National Honor Society JROTC Graduated May 2012 Ambassador's Club President, May.