Jennifer V

Thoroughly reviews, assesses, and completes third-party release recommendations related to family reunification options to inform customer release decisions. Makes recommendations for the most appropriate level of care within the customer's system of care and facilitates transfers when appropriate.

Tracks new placements and progress of minors in Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) funded care, maintaining records on children's case statuses. Conducts weekly case reviews at ORR-funded care provider sites and interviews children to assess reunification safety and care appropriateness.

Ensured safety for all Unaccompanied Alien Children (UAC) within shelter homes and managed a high-turnover caseload based on incoming placements and releases. Performed discharge and release functions to ensure safe, appropriate, and prompt release plans for each youth.

Ensured safety for all Unaccompanied Alien Children (UAC) within foster homes and managed a high-turnover caseload. Coordinated initial intake for each UAC and performed discharge and release functions to ensure safe, appropriate, and prompt release plans.

Maintained an average caseload of 8 families with a minimum of 4 contacts per month, providing services including casework counseling, advocacy, educational monitoring, and interventions. Collaborated with and referred to appropriate service providers for case coordination.

Responsible for ETO software database maintenance, including entering new intakes and removing closed cases, and scheduling Family Team Conferences (FTC). Managed and reconciled petty cash, tracked and monitored all new intakes, and provided Spanish/English translation.

Maintained an average caseload of 10 families with a minimum of 4 contacts per month, providing services such as casework counseling, advocacy, educational monitoring, job readiness skills, and parenting support. Collaborated with and referred to appropriate service providers for case coordination.

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. Gained foundational knowledge in psychological principles and research methods.

Obtained an Associate in Science in Community Health. Developed skills in public health practices and community wellness initiatives.