Ibironke Olayinka Olanrewaju

• Reviewed existing case records for available information to formulate plans of treatment and develop short- and long-term goals.

• Collected information through observation and interviews with children, parents, relatives and neighbors.

• Collaborated with schools, law enforcement and other community resources to gather information.
• Investigated alleged abuse, neglect, and abandonment of children to determine abusive or unsafe conditions.
• Attended hearings and depositions in family court.
• Assisted families in navigating government agencies and accessing entitlement benefits.
• Wrote descriptive and accurate impending and present danger assessments and family functioning assessments.
• Evaluated mental and physical status in minors to determine options for well being.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide well-rounded support for children and their families.
• Conducted home visits to monitor child safety, documenting observations and providing recommendations for improvements.
• Facilitated regular meetings with families to assess progress towards goals, adjusting case plans as needed.
• Managed high caseloads effectively, prioritizing the needs of at-risk children and families.
• Advocated for children''s best interests during team meetings, contributing valuable insights based on direct interactions with clients.
• Maintained accurate case files, ensuring all documentation was up-to-date and readily available for review by supervisors or legal professionals.
• Testified in court proceedings as an expert witness, presenting clear and concise information about child welfare cases.
• Assisted colleagues in managing complex cases by sharing expertise on best practices in child protection social work.
• Arranged medical and psychiatric tests to identify difficulties and indicate potential remedial approaches.

• Assisted clients in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
• Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, assessments, and progress notes for effective case management.
• Educated clients on available community resources, fostering a sense of empowerment and selfsufficiency.
• Improved client satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges.
• Guided clients in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
• Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage positive change in clients'' lives.
• Conducted thorough assessments to identify client needs and appropriate intervention strategies.

• Conducted home visit as a method of access the family and conducted interviews in response to school referrals.
• Reviewed student records to identify previous barriers and or interventions
• Conducted parent interview to acquire socio- developmental information as needed for special education referrals.
• Investigated issues and developed effective solutions.
• Assisted the school in following schools board regulations for excessive absence and training; attended students support team meetings and court intervention.
• Developed and implemented professional development training for educational staffs and parents as requested.
• Maintained an ongoing Liaison with community agencies and other resources to meet student needs; referred parents and student to agencies when appropriate.