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Catskill, New York

- Works effectively and compassionately with adults and children with social, economic or health issues. - Helps coordinate care and services for families and individuals. - Liaises with the courts, schools and human service professionals to develop individualized treatment plans. - Monitors and adapts service plans as necessary to assure the most positive outcome possible. - Provides mandated family-oriented social services. - Monitors and documents client progress toward service goals and objectives. - Facilitates child safety and promote family stability. - Completed Foundation I & II and CPS response training. - Coursework in case work documentation, progress notes, and family assessment and service plan training with foster care (FASP). - Coursework in supporting normative experiences and applying the reasonable and prudent parent standard.

Kingston, New York

Conducted face-to-face contact with each client on regular weekly basis. Assisted clients in determining personal goals and plans to achieve such goals through the development of the Individual Service Plan (ISP). Compiled and submitted monthly progress reports to manager that track clients’ status and the supportive services which had been provided to them.

Rosendale, New York

Provided reliable supervision of residents, including providing for their safety during emergencies. Ensured general safety of the residence. Provided counsel and meditation for residents. Implemented crisis intervention protocol. Completed appropriate documentation in logs, checklists, and forms. Consistently communicated and collaborated with colleagues and supervisors regarding resident, staff, and programmatic issues and concerns. Initiated intake procedures for new residents entering the program. Certified as mandated reporter for NYS including CPS Clearance.

I have served as a journeyman carpenter on more than 100 commercial construction projects. I have also served as the foreman and shop steward on new construction, renovation, and remodel projects. I'm a reliable performer with strong crisis management skills and I have dependable troubleshooting abilities in fast-paced environments. My skills also include problem resolution, the ability to train and motivate subordinates, and the ability to work well under pressure. I have extensive experience analyzing and following blueprints, schematic diagrams, and detailed specs. I'm a team player, and I work well with minimal supervision.

Bachelor’S Degree, Sociology, Gpa 3.53

Activities and Societies: Member of Sociology Honor Society:Alpha Kappa Delta

Associate’S Degree, Independent Studies