Vickie Evans Pendleton
Chicago
Summary
Experienced in child welfare policy and trauma assessment, with a strong background in crisis intervention and case management. Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough risk assessments, ensuring the safety and well-being of children in challenging situations. Provided legal testimony to support case outcomes, showcasing expertise in navigating complex legal frameworks related to child welfare. Proven track record of developing effective strategies for behavioral transformation in children, contributing to improved outcomes in various settings.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Child Protection Specialist /Investigations Licensed Child Welfare Specialist
Illinois Dept of Children & Family Services
Chgo
12.2020 - Current
- Conduct investigations with families to determine if Children have experienced abuse or neglect.
- Interview children, youth, families, adults collateral contacts, physicians, and other professionals; Conduct assessments and screenings for trauma, substance abuse, and domestic violence; Determine the safety of children, and take protective custody when children are at risk.
- Identify placements and important therapy and counseling services to address abuse, trauma and loss.
- Testify at court hearings.
- Collaborate with Placement staff, and conduct assessments of children, Make recommendations for the determination of case base on inculpatory evidence.
Mental Health/ Education & Professional Development Consultant
Pendleton & Associates
Chicago
09.2013 - Current
- Provide direct consultation to infant and Early Learning programs around atypical development, Severe, and challenging behaviors, trauma, abuse, family disruption, grief, and loss, and immigrant and refugee traumatic experiences and mental health.
- Created, developed, and trained education, social services, and health professionals on topics of Education, Mental health, Wellness, and Diversity.
- Mentored and improved program effectiveness to implement Best practices to gain the best possible outcomes.
Adjunct Psychology professor Dept. of Psych.
St. Xavier University
Chgo
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Construct & Design course curriculum for both face to face and online learning.
- Develop syllabus and course outline according American Psychological Association standard for course work, standards, goals, and objectives.
- Establish coursework, assessments, and assignments to engage diverse learners and to build social and cognitive presence promoting critical thinking.
- Incorporate innovative tools and technology aimed at achieving course objectives and preparing students in higher learning for gaining critical and foundation and concept, theories, and knowledge in psychology, research, and practice.
State Consultant to Early Childhood Programs
Illinois Action for Children/ Illinois Caregiver Connections
Chicago
09.2010 - 11.2016
- Served over 2000 Early childhood infant and preschools and daycares including Learning centers, academies, private schools, and Montessori programs to improve staff development providing professional development mentoring, and training.
- Provided consultation and training to daycare staff, administrators, parents, and other professionals.
Consultant and Trainer
Erikson Institute
Chicago
04.2007 - 06.2010
- Mentored leadership, owners, executive directors, and teachers in Early Childhood programs to build capacity and sustainability.
- Promoted evidenced based practices in address the educational and social and emotional needs of young children and families.
- Used reflective practice in identifying the professional development needs of leadership, staff and program.
- Partnered with program leaders and generated ideas to develop effective and collaborations with community organizations, and improved relationships with parents and community organizations.
Post-Doctoral Fellow /Clinical Therapist
Children’s Research Triangle
Chicago
03.2004 - 12.2007
- Provided child, parent-child dyadic therapy, individual, group and family therapy services.
- Performed psychological assessment of youth ages 4-18 years.
- Developed and trained professionals serving children and teens in foster an adoptive care.
- Provided supervision to post-doctoral student, interns, and practicum students.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Mental Health Consultation
Erikson Institute
Chicago, ILPsy.D. - Clinical Psychology
Argosy University / IL School of Prof. Psych
Schaumburg, ILMaster of Arts - Rehabilitation Counseling
Illinois Institute of Technology
Chicago, ILBachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Illinois (UIC)
Chicago, ILSkills
- Child welfare policy
- Trauma assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Legal testimony
- Case management
- Risk assessment
Affiliations
- American Psychological Association
- Illinois Association of Infant Mental Health
- Michigan Association of Infant Mental Health
- Registered Circle of Security Trainer
- ACT Raising Safe Kids Program Trainer
- Statewide Early Education & School Age Trainer / INCCRRA
- Illinois Pyramid Model Master Cadre
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Child Protection Specialist /Investigations Licensed Child Welfare Specialist
Illinois Dept of Children & Family Services
12.2020 - Current
Adjunct Psychology professor Dept. of Psych.
St. Xavier University
01.2020 - 06.2021
Mental Health/ Education & Professional Development Consultant
Pendleton & Associates
09.2013 - Current
State Consultant to Early Childhood Programs
Illinois Action for Children/ Illinois Caregiver Connections
09.2010 - 11.2016
Consultant and Trainer
Erikson Institute
04.2007 - 06.2010
Post-Doctoral Fellow /Clinical Therapist
Children’s Research Triangle
03.2004 - 12.2007
Graduate Certificate - Mental Health Consultation
Erikson Institute
Psy.D. - Clinical Psychology
Argosy University / IL School of Prof. Psych
Master of Arts - Rehabilitation Counseling
Illinois Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Illinois (UIC)
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