Destiney Richards
@destineyrichards
I lead youth case management and trauma-informed programs that strengthen client care and independence.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I'm a social services professional with more than a decade of supporting youth, families, and clients through case management and program services.
At Kentucky United Methodist Children’s Home, I lead case management for independent living, collaborating with youth, staff, and state agencies on treatment plans and ongoing care. I also support crisis rotation and supervise other case managers.
Previously, at Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass, I managed youth and volunteer enrollment, supervised match relationships, and helped families navigate community resources.
My work is grounded in client-centered, trauma-informed care, with credentials in TCM, trauma-informed care facilitation, Strengthening Families, My Life My Choice, and CPR/First Aid/AED instruction.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Lead Case Manager
Kentucky United Methodist Children's Home
Aug 2018 - Present (8 years 1 month)
Collaborates with youth, staff, and state agencies to develop and implement treatment plans. Maintains case management responsibilities and provides support and supervision to other case managers.
Regional Program Manager
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bluegrass
Jan 2016 - Dec 2018 (2 years 11 months)
Managed youth and volunteer recruitment and enrollment, assessed match relationships, and conducted match supervision and closures. Provided assistance to families in navigating community resources.
Youth Care Worker
All God's Children
Jan 2013 - Dec 2016 (3 years 11 months)
Provided care, support, and assistance to clients and their children. Coordinated client medication and daily living schedules, and maintained documentation per agency and state policies.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
American Red Cross
CPR/First Aid/AED Instructor, First Aid and CPR
2024 -
Certified as a CPR/First Aid/AED Instructor by the American Red Cross in February 2024.
My Life My Choice
My Life My Choice Facilitator, Youth Development
2023 -
Completed the My Life My Choice Facilitator training in October 2023.
TCM Credentials
TCM Credentials, Case Management
2022 -
Earned TCM Credentials (Core, SMI, SED, and SUD) in June 2022.
I Am Facilitator
I Am Facilitator, Youth Development
2021 -
Completed the I Am Facilitator training in September 2021.
Strengthening Families
Strengthening Families Facilitator, Family Support
2020 -
Completed the Strengthening Families Facilitator training in January 2020.
Eastern Kentucky University
Bachelor of Science, Social Services
2008 - 2013
Earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Eastern Kentucky University from 2008 to 2013.
East Jessamine High School
High School Diploma, General Studies
2002 - 2006
Earned a high school diploma from East Jessamine High School from 2002 to 2006.
Trauma Informed Care Training
Trauma Informed Care Training Facilitator, Trauma-Informed Care
2019 -
Completed the Trauma Informed Care Training Facilitator program in May 2019.
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