Dava Adeniyi
Bloomington
Summary
Seasoned Family Case Manager with background in child welfare and family services. Displays strong skills in case management, crisis intervention, and advocacy for families. Known for forging meaningful relationships with clients and working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams to achieve client goals. Previous work has led to improved family stability and well-being, demonstrating ability to effect positive change.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Case Manager
McLean County Health Department
Bloomington
02.2023 - Current
- (See Job Description Below)
Family Coordinator
Stay-At-Home-Parent
Bloomington
01.2021 - 02.2023
- Time Management: Managing multiple schedules, deadlines, and appointments.
- Budgeting: Creating and managing household budgets.
- Problem-Solving: Addressing various household challenges and needs.
- Communication: Communicating with children, family members, and potentially external parties like teachers or doctors.
- Organization: Managing household tasks, schedules, and resources.
- Multitasking: Handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
- Negotiation and Conflict Resolution: Navigating family dynamics and resolving issues.
- Leadership: Guiding and directing children's activities and development.
- Financial Management: Managing household finances and resources.
- Event Planning: Organizing family events, outings, and activities.
- Resourcefulness: Finding creative solutions to various household needs.
Family Case Manager
McLean County Health Department
Bloomington
03.2019 - 01.2021
- Assessing family and individual needs as well as making appropriate referrals for medical or dental assistance, housing, food, clothing, or any other needed assistance; access family planning services
- Working considerably independently while following agency procedures and guidelines; under minimal supervision
- Maintain client records using state system, Microsoft Office programs, etc., prepare reports all while meeting performance measures in accordance with State agency.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, community agencies and the general public
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
- Ability to work with clients from varied socio-economic backgrounds.
Family Coordinator
Stay-at-home Parent
Normal
07.2015 - 03.2018
- (See job discription above)
Family Support Worker
Brightpoint: Formerly Children’s Home + Aid
Bloomington
10.2009 - 07.2015
- Educated first-time parents on roles as primary teachers in child development.
- Linked clients with community resources to enhance service access.
- Conducted in-home visits to provide ongoing support and outreach services.
- Instructed at-risk parents on child development, nutrition, and positive discipline techniques.
- Guided families in stress management, budgeting, and hygiene education.
- Documented client interactions and outcomes using multiple database systems to track progress.
- Facilitated workshops to strengthen families and reduce risks of child abuse or neglect.
Childcare Provider
The Nanny Agency
Normal
12.2005 - 10.2009
- Created stable, nurturing, and structured environments for children in family care services.
- Delivered long-term, on-call, and overnight childcare services as required by agency.
- Managed multiple priorities while ensuring children's well-being and safety.
- Followed employer directives to maintain organized household operations.
Professional Foster Care Intern
The Baby Fold
Normal
05.2009 - 08.2009
- Being involved in the care and treatment of children with special behavioral and emotional needs
- Assisting the children in learning daily living skills and preparing them for independent living
- Learned about case management, counseling and advocacy services that are provided for the children, birth parents, and foster parents within the child welfare system.
- Provided mentoring and tutoring services to the children
Education
Bachelor of Science - Family And Consumer Science- Family Relationships
Illinois State University
Normal01.2009
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Heartland Community College
Normal, IL01.2006
Skills
- Case management
- Community outreach
- Effective communication
- Cultural competency/sensitivity
- Time management
- Professional boundaries
- Mental health support
- Service coordination
- Individualized service planning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to detail
References
References available upon request.
Volunteer Experience
- Crisis Nursery
- Taking Steps to End Child Abuse 5K
- Kids Turn: Child Care Specialist
- Katie’s Kids Volunteer
Timeline
Family Case Manager
McLean County Health Department
02.2023 - Current
Family Coordinator
Stay-At-Home-Parent
01.2021 - 02.2023
Family Case Manager
McLean County Health Department
03.2019 - 01.2021
Family Coordinator
Stay-at-home Parent
07.2015 - 03.2018
Family Support Worker
Brightpoint: Formerly Children’s Home + Aid
10.2009 - 07.2015
Professional Foster Care Intern
The Baby Fold
05.2009 - 08.2009
Childcare Provider
The Nanny Agency
12.2005 - 10.2009
Bachelor of Science - Family And Consumer Science- Family Relationships
Illinois State University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Heartland Community College
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