Case Manager Ms. Gilgen For Intake Assessment And Initial Independent Living Plan

Your client Sue is a Social Work Assistant. In your last session she disclosed that she is concerned that on a recent home visit, herself and a senior colleague did not follow the necessary policies and procedures. They had visited a family with a history of neglect and domestic violence and did not ask to see the child or enter the home, both these actions are prescribed as appropriate as part of their work.

SOCIAL SUPPORT: Client continues to complain why DHS didn’t submit her housing package to this shelter. She also states that this worker is mental health and she doesn’t have any mental health disorder to be placed in a SRO. Client also threatened to this worker to call 311, DHS advocate and the Coalition. As she quotes:” is not about you or CAMBA, I am doing this because DHS have all of my information”.

Client’s parents were never married and ended their relationship when her mother was still pregnant with her. The client has 6 siblings. She has not had contact with her father and does not know where he is located. Her mother has refused to discuss him with her. Her mother has had several different live-in boyfriends. Client and her siblings have been in foster care on

During meeting Ms. Declaire stated that they have not apply for NYCHA. Client also stated that family has never been evicted from any apartment because family has not own their own apartment. As per review and discussing the case with Ms. Declaire they are not eligible for any program at this point due to the lack of income. The only chance that family may have is LINC, client was instructed to provide last four pay stubs to inquire via CMFT for the LINC program. Lastly, family stated that they do not have any family members willing to help them. Family does not want to move out of

Mother explained that the client studies but takes the exam fast. PP and FF asked if the school makes adjustments for the client since he has an IEP. Mother shared she doesn’t know. PP encouraged mother to talk to the teachers and make sure the client has his academics needs. Mother agreed to talk to the teachers and once CFS comes back from leave he will go to the school too. FF and PP went over family concerns, ways the wrap team can support them and mission statement. Client shared that he would like to improve his grades to participate in a school sport. PP and FF praised the client for wanting to improve his academics and want to participate in a school sport. Mother expressed her mission is to close her case and not reopen. PP praised mother for sharing and wanting to close her case and leave in the pass. Mother expressed concerns over client behavior at home and school. Mother shared that client talks back and doesn’t follow directions at home. Client shared that he doesn’t like to be the only child doing chores at home. Client shared that he gets frustrated and talks back to mother. Mother expressed that she relies on the client a lot to do chores because he is the oldest. PP

Client reported to CM she has a new granddaughter and tomorrow she will be spending the day with her. Client report no community support. CM enrolled the client to Adult Recreation Center.

On Tuesday March 8th, 2016 Case Conference with Resident Ebony Rice #325 has been conducted with Janette Chirico from DHS , Program Director Felicita Rivera, Housing Program Supervisor Zenobia Garland and Senior Case Manager Ms. Arias. The purpose of this meeting was to address client noncompliance and to come with an exit strategy for this Ms. Rice. Client was asked the reason for her missing ILP meetings and her barrier to obtain permanent housing. Client has a LINCH voucher for the amount of $1515. Client stated that she hasn’t receives any help from facility staff so she is searching for apartment on her own. Ms. Rice has been receiving assistance by the onsite housing department but unfortunately she has been able to link to an apartment

The client has completed our graduate program and is currently working part time. The client will be moving into an apartment with her two by the end of the week. It must be noted that the client is now optimistic about her future and more cognizant about her strengths. My work with the client was based upon a helping relationship. During the intake session goals were created based upon the client’s needs. My role as a social worker was explained in detail to ensure that the client was aware of the contracting process. I could communicate my expectations within the boundaries of a collaborative relationship by allowing the client to make modifications and changes based upon expert knowledge of her situation (Poulin, 2010). At no point are services with a client terminated. We continue to make follow-up phone calls each month, to make sure that the client is doing okay.

Medina is attending housing meetings. Case Manager encouraged Ms. Medina to follow her assigned Housing Specialist recommendations and to continue attending Housing Meetings. Ms. Medina agreed.

CPSW did a home visit to meet with Ms. Berner and to discuss about her safety plan since the children are moving with her on10/29/16 from the foster provider. Ms. Berner was late for her appointment and CPSW waited a 40 minutes for Ms. Berner. Ms. Berner apologized for being late. CPSW explained Ms. About safety plan. Ms. Berner understood and she signed them. Ms. Berner stated that she will be doing a house arrest for two weeks and the recommendation of her criminal court is to obey law and continue taking her medication on time and seeing her therapist. Also, cooperating with her PO and CPSW. CPSW consulted with the supervisor and she has approved both children to move back with Ms. Berner. Goal 1-2

He reports the patient’s roommate was subsequently evicted from his home after the landlord inquired about the ambulance visiting. He reports he contacted her father concerning the patient residing within the family home, but the father has said no. In addition, he reports he has attempted to contact her uncle but has been unable to make contact with him. He reports he has attempted to make contact with her said friend who is considering allowing her the opportunity to reside with her but she has not answered her phone and he has been unable to leave a voice message. He reports no one wants her in their home, and the patient has “burned her bridges” with family members. He reports her family would benefit from counseling. In addition, he reports her family has high expectations of CPS. He reports her current case was not going to close within 12 days of 06/30/2017. In addition, the case will not

UCM: CPSW received a call from Ms. Messerli reporting that she needs the lock number for her storage from foster provider family. She also stated that she needs the boy's cell phone back. CPSW reminded Ms. Messerli that this writer will ask the foster provider about the phone and storage numbers. CPSW reminded Ms. Messerli to focus on her recovery and not to disrupt her children as well as the foster provider and if she needs anyting to let the CPSW aware of it. Also, CPSW reminded Ms. Messerli not to contact or call both children until the theripist approves it. Ms. Messerli stated that she will try. Howerver, Ms Messerli sounded unhappy and really upset about not contacting her children Nick and Alexander.

Hair is expected to submit medical document for her and her child by 02/2017. Ms. Hair failed to submit updated medical documentation. Case Manager reminded Ms. Hair if she failed to submit the document required on her next meeting it would be considered non-compliance and a warning for non-compliance will be issued. Ms. Hair stated that she was aware.

On 6/4/16 Client Ryan Bowman #205 was involved in a verbal disputes with resident Anna Jones # 203, he stated that his neighbor, called the police against him for no logical reason, he stated that Ms. Jones was banging on the wall from inside her unit and Mr. Bowman told to stop making noise because her son was sleeping, however Ms. Jones do not stop the noise and them call the police. Mr. Bowman also mentioned that both residents meet at PATH during the intake while were waiting for placement and that Ms. Jones was very friendly at first , going into Mr. Bowman unit offer him to cook for him and because he does wanted Ms. Jones approach he believe that now she acting

Housing Update: GP Housing package completed and submitted. She also has a Linc IV certificate. Client is actively searching for low income housing and NYCHA Project. Client submitted a letter from Lemle & Wolfe Inc. stating client housing application was denied due to credit score.