Human Services / Social Work

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Deeply motivated to inspire, support, and enrich the lives of others. Sensitive
to the need of clients, and known for ability to effectively balance professiona
lism with empathy. Background encompasses working with abused and/or neglected w
omen and children, pregnant or parenting teenagers, providing training in basic
life, academic and developmental skills. Comprehensive knowledge of social servi
ces and human relations. Strong practical and theoretical foundation in a number
of treatment modalities.
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Education
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2008
Master of Social Work Degree
University of Kansas, Overland Park, Kansas
GPA: 3.93/4.0
2001
Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology
Saint Mary College, Leavenworth, Kansas
GPA: 3.5/4.0

Practicum Experience
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August 2007- April 2008
EOF HEAD START OF KCKS- Crittenton Behavioral Health School Based Prevention Pro
gram
Worked in a school environment with children ages 3 to 5.
Provided a loving and nurturing setting to foster development, and meet their i
ndividualized needs.
Served as an ongoing child advocate.
Collaborated with teachers to identify children with special needs.
Provided individual play therapy sessions to children with identified behaviora
l and/or mental health needs.

Business Experience
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2005-Present
SYNERGY SERVICES, INC, Parkville, MO
Teen Parent Support Program Coordinator (part time)- January 2009 to Present
Assist Volunteer Manager in recruiting and training volunteers
match pregnant and parenting teenagers with parent supporters and provide suppo
rt and supervision to the volunteers.
Responsible for the promotion of the program in the community and to be an advo
cate for teen moms.
Acts as a liaison between clients and external agencies and other internal Syne
rgy resources.
Provides clients with referral sources: names, numbers, etc. when requested and
/or required.
Forensic Interviewer, Childrens Advocacy Center (part time)- April 2007 to Prese
nt
Provide developmentally, culturally appropriate and legally defensible forensic
 interviews of children and adolescents who are alleged victims of sexual abuse,
severe physical abuse and/or witness of abuse, violence or homicide of another.
Work with non-offending caretakers providing resources and follow up services.
Provide advocacy and support to children and families who are victims of domest
ic violence or abusive environments.
Work with multidisciplinary teams to meet the needs of the clients.
Hospital Advocate- BridgeSPAN Hospital Program (part time)-May 2006 to June 2008
Work in an on call rotation serving various local hospitals.
Assist clients that present in the hospital with domestic violence situations t
o find shelter and/or other resources as needed.
Provide training to local medical professionals on recognizing abuse, sings and
symptoms of domestic violence and resources available within the community.
Assist clients in obtaining emergency after hours Ex Parte Orders of Protection
.
Victim Advocate, Safehaven Domestic Violence Shelter (part time)- April 2005 to
June 2008
Provide advocacy, crisis intervention, and services to women and children who a
re victims of domestic violence.
Complete client intake and discharge paperwork.
Dispense medications to clients according to med tech certification guidelines.
Answers hotline and provides advocacy and resources to callers in crisis.
May 2003-April 2005
THE FARM INC., Overland Park, Kansas
Family Support Worker
Maintain a close working relationship with public and private agencies involved
in providing Family Permanency services/support.
Supervise visitation between the child/family and support the reunification pro
cess.
Provide emotional support, informal counseling, role modeling, realistic expect
ations and communication, and coping skills.
Provide crisis intervention, education and assistance with problem solving.
Instruct the family in child development, child behavior management, meal plann
ing and food preparation.
Coordinate Family Permanency services and requirements with public and private
agencies.
January 2001-July 2001
JOHNSON COUNTY MENTAL HEALTH, Shawnee, Kansas
Attendant Care Technician
Administered medication to individuals with severe and persistent mental illnes
ses.
Assist clients in their daily lives by accompanying them to the grocery store,
doctors appointments, etc.
Provided moral support and friendship for the clients experiencing mental illne
ss.