KAREN KOCH
Louisville
Summary
Helpful professional offering 29-year background supporting clients through crisis intervention, communication and counseling. Proficient in preparing assessments, coordinating with community organizations and conducting motivational interviews. Efficient and accommodating professional committed to providing guidance to those in need.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Care Coordinator
KVC of Kentucky
Louisville, KY
10.2024 - 08.2025
- Provided direct psychoeducational services to families and children to reduce the risk of out of home placement
- Developed and implemented safety plans to ensure families accessed necessary resources for immediate support.
- Facilitated team meetings to promote collaboration and communication with DCBS personnel.
Social Services Specialist
Cabinet for Health and Family Services
Louisville, KY
05.2018 - 01.2024
- Implemented child focused recruitment model with youth in foster care
- Assessed adoption readiness monthly with 10-12 youth
- Strengthened inter-agency collaboration by participating in treatment team meetings and developing support network for youth
- Assisted clients with crisis intervention, providing immediate support and coordinating necessary resources for stabilization.
- Educated clients on available resources, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care plans
- Improved service delivery by conducting thorough assessments and developing tailored intervention plans
- Collaborated with community organizations to enhance service delivery and support systems.
Social Services Clinician
Cabinet for Families and Children
Louisville
05.2016 - 02.2018
- Conduct SAFE family assessments for prospective foster and adopt parents
- Recruit and certify foster homes for agency
- Conduct child abuse investigations as needed
Family Services Office Supervisor
Cabinet for Families and Children - South Central
Louisville, KY
10.2011 - 05.2016
- Organized team meetings focused on discussing best practices in serving families'' diverse needs.
- Supervised case management activities, ensuring timely resolution of client issues while maintaining high standards of confidentiality and professionalism.
- Supervised 5-7 frontline social workers
Mobile Assessment Clinician
Our Lady of Peace Hospital
Louisville, KY
03.2008 - 12.2012
- Delivered high-quality patient care by conducting thorough assessments and recommendations
- Advocated for patients within healthcare system to ensure access to appropriate resources and services when needed.
- Increased patient satisfaction through empathetic listening, clear communication and timely resolution of concerns.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY05.1996
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY05.1991
Skills
- Community Resources Specialist
- Behavioral assessment
- Conduct Child/Family Assessments
- Crisis Prevention Intervention Training
- Child Welfare Knowledge
- Collaborative Manager
- Ability to interact successfully within all levels of an organization
- Suicide Risk Assessments
Timeline
Family Care Coordinator
KVC of Kentucky
10.2024 - 08.2025
Social Services Specialist
Cabinet for Health and Family Services
05.2018 - 01.2024
Social Services Clinician
Cabinet for Families and Children
05.2016 - 02.2018
Family Services Office Supervisor
Cabinet for Families and Children - South Central
10.2011 - 05.2016
Mobile Assessment Clinician
Our Lady of Peace Hospital
03.2008 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Louisville
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Louisville
Dates
- 08/1994 - 1/2024 Employed by the Cabinet for Families and Children (retired)
Phone
(502) 541-3625
Personal Information
Title: MSW, CSW