Compassionate social worker with valuable, hands-on experience working closely with children and adults.

  Impeccable judgment and excellent listening, verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

  Assessed the needs of clients, helped set agreed upon goals and supported key stakeholders with improvement.

  Experience maintaining poise and professionalism while assisting clients through a crisis situation.

  Strong background helping clients overcome challenges such as abuse, illness, divorce or unemployment.

  Adaptable, versatile and flexible to prioritize effectively and proactively resolve problems.

Vision Quest Sanctuary Ranch Okeechobee, FL Aug. 2016-Present

Residential Treatment Specialist

  Communicate effectively with children from diverse background to help improve their quality of life.

  Teach children how to communicate with their parent or guardian and build positive relationships.

  Supervise daily activities and behavior of youth, ensuring the safety of children and staff.

  Demonstrate strong judgment to intervene as necessary to quell a potential crisis.

  Collaborate with colleagues to implement a treatment plan and review treatment summary with each child.

  Document the behavior of youth and draft detailed reports summarizing activities and behavior.

Metropolitan Ministries Tampa, FL Jan. 2016-Aug. 2016

Resident Service Assistant (Apr. 2016-Aug. 2016)

  Ensured the safely and security of an orderly house and supervised families at the Family Care Center.

  Supported and encouraged clients to achieve their goals and become productive, self-sufficient citizens.

  Provided a helping hand to families during emergencies, including after regular business hours.

  Participated in weekly case review meetings and provided feedback on client progress.

Case Management Intern (Jan. 2016-Apr. 2016)

  Acquired valuable, hands-on experience by shadowing case managers.

  Observed case managers during appointments with client appointments, including assessments.

  Communicated effectively with case managers as well as clients to ensure they were achieving their goals.

Success for Kids and Families Tampa, FL Aug. 2015-Dec. 2015

Intake Specialist Intern

  Learned valuable tools and experience by shadowed multiple intake coordinators in their daily duties.

  Completed opening referral documentation over the telephone and met with supervisors on a regular basis to determine if clients were eligible for the program.

  Educated community members about local resources that were available should they not meet eligibility.

Bachelors in Social Work, University of South Florida; earned May 2016

  Member, Phi Alpha Social Work Honor Society for outstanding academic achievement.

  Major Courses: Case Management, Data Management, Human Behavior and Social Environment, Multi-Methods of Social Work and Multicultural Global America.

  Activity and Service Recommendation Committee Member, Student Government; Sept. 2015-Apr. 2016:

> Elected by the 56th Student Senate to help recommend allocation of $14 million from Activity and Service fees.

> Supported multiple student organizations with completing their annual budget.

> Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Security Awareness Certified, Florida Department of Children and Families; Sept. 2016

> Civil Rights for Community Partners Certified, Florida Department of Children and Families; Sept. 2016

> HIPPA Certified, Florida Department of Children and Families; Sept. 2016

> Youth Suicide Prevention for Education Partners Certified; Sept. 2016

> CPR and First Aid Certified; Sept. 2016

> Partnership in Parenting Course Certified; Mar. 2016