A Guardian AD Litem is a court-appointed attorney who takes responsibility for matters relating to custody, parenting time, visitation, and other contested matters. Some of the job duties associated to this role are listed on the Guardian AD Litem Resume as follows – investigating and determining what is the best interest for children after the parent’s divorce, conducting interviews with both parties; making a custody report to the court, making recommendations to the court; preparing for the investigations, preparing a helpful list of people to interview; and giving a neutral standing and making a fair judgment so that best outcome is given to the children involved.
To work at this capacity, the following skills are needed – strong communication and listening skills, the ability to make a sound and correct decision; the ability to maintain discretion of confidentiality; and strong observation skills. A relevant degree is commonplace among job applicants.
Objective : Empathetic mental health professionals highly accomplished in domestic violence counseling, crisis intervention, and treatment analysis and planning. Self-motivated outside sales professional experienced in both technical and non-technical, fast-paced team environments. Relationship building and closing expert.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Administrative Assistant, Customer Service.
Description :
Referred clients to social services agencies.
Helped each patient understand his or her illness and the contributing personal, social, and economic factors.
Developed strategies and arguments in preparation for the presentation of cases.
Presented key evidence and exhibits during civil trials.
Questioned and cross-examined witnesses throughout the course of trials.
Interpreted laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses.
Analyzed probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents.
Wrote memoranda and reviewed legal briefs.
Managed all trial preparation for case litigation.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Associate in Applied Science
Guardian Ad Litem Resume
Headline : Results-driven administrative professional with over 15 years of experience providing diverse operations assistance in fast-paced environments. Possess excellent organizational, time management, and customer relations skills. Looking to leverage the vast administrative experience and a recent Bachelor's Degree in Paralegal Studies in a new role as a legal assistant.
Skills : Customer Service, Attention To Detail, Excellent Communication, and Interpersonal Skills.
Description :
Facilitated, when appropriate, the settlement of disputed issues.
Offered evidence and examined witnesses at adjudication.
Explored options with the Court at the dispositional hearings.
Conducted follow-up investigations to ensure that the orders of the Court are being properly executed.
Reported to the Court when the needs of the juvenile are not being met.
Protected and promoted the best interests of the juvenile until formally relieved of responsibility by the Court.
Interviewed parents, caretakers, social workers, teachers, and service providers.
Communicated with the Attorney Advocate to develop legal strategies and prepare for court.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
MA in Human Services Counseling
Guardian Ad Litem Resume
Summary : Thorough knowledge and extensive experience in Teaching Adult learning either Online or in Campus. Focuses on the general rather than clinical psychological study of individuals, including their behaviors, thought processes, and emotions.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Business Management, Customer Service, Manufacturing.
Description :
Established a relationship with the child to better understand the child's needs and desires.
Supported the child throughout court proceedings explain the court proceedings to the child (if age appropriate).
Attended each hearing with or without the child, attend appropriate interagency meetings regarding the child.
Explained the CASA volunteer's role, duties, and responsibilities to all parties associated with the case.
Reviewed available records regarding the child's family history, school behavior, medical or mental health history, etc.
Identified and explored potential resources that will facilitate family preservation, early family reunification, or alternative permanency planning.
Interviewed all parties involved with the child regarding the child's circumstances and needs, as determined by the CASA plan.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
PhD in Philosophy
Guardian Ad Litem Resume
Objective : Seeking a challenging career with an organization that will allow us to grow and be given the opportunity to contribute to their success by applying a standard second to none in their industry. Seeking an organization that will allow exercising leadership skills, exceptional work ethic, and acquire experience to support, enhance, and improve that organization while providing upward mobility and personal growth.
Skills : Legal, Wide Range Of Legal Matters, Criminal Justice, Real Estate, Contracts.
Description :
Performed approximately 1,200 closing title examinations, written title opinions, contracts, issuance of title insurance, UCC filings, mortgage & lender loan review, leases, purchase/sales contracts, and all other aspects in the acquisition and transfer of real property.
Represented defendants on a substantial variety of PRC issues throughout a career.
Kept records write reports to the court, testifies for the child, and continue training throughout each year.
Communicated the child's needs to the court in written reports including concerns and recommendations.
Ensured that the court-ordered plans for the child are being implemented.
Worked with at-risk Families to assess Parents and report and make recommendations to Judge regarding the suitability of custody of children.
Conducted case review and reporting for out-of-circuit cases, conduct visitations and represent the child's best interest.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Juris Doctor
Guardian Ad Litem Resume
Headline : Pursuing a position where knowledge of legal matters, diligence, work ethic, and attention to detail will be fully utilized and have the ability to continue to learn.
Skills : Domestic Violence Training, Guardian ad Litem Training, Procentive, Microsoft Office, Group Facilitation.
Description :
Advocated for four youth who are in the DSS system.
Visited assigned minors in their home environments, whether it is with a family member or foster parent, to assess their needs and desires.
Documented all interactions and observations.
Ensured the children/clients are in a healthy and safe living environment.
Met with teachers, principals, and school counselors of assigned students/clients to ensure that the child is making sufficient progress during the school year.
Met with DSS workers, therapists for the children, and attorney advocates to discuss observations.
Gathered observations and feedback to write and submit a report to the court with recommendations.
Experience
5-7 Years
Level
Executive
Education
Juris Doctor in Law
Guardian Ad Litem Resume
Objective : A highly motivated, creative, and versatile executive with over 5 experience in human services, business, legislative, academic, and judicial arenas. Especially skilled at building effective, productive working relationships with clients and staff. Additionally, possess excellent management, negotiation, and public relations skills.
Skills : Organizational, Customer Service, Time Management, Microsoft Office/Outlook, Medical Terminology, Medical Billing, and Coding.
Description :
Directed the day-to-day management and implementation of the administrative, legal, treatment, programmatic, and community/collaborative components of agency operations.
Collected, analyzed, and interpreted data for state and federal legislators throughout the budgetary process to aid the program in securing funding for the upcoming budget cycle.
Developed and maintained relationships with all appropriate groups, agencies and organizations, and any and all child advocacy agencies and community service organizations, thereby enhancing collaborative processes with stakeholders.
Conducted outreach with clients providing transportation, field interviews, home visits, and community assessments.
Assisted in program management and coordination; provide training and workshops to staff and community agencies.
Maintained administrative records.
Conducted annual review and assessment of programmatic and fiscal objectives and outcomes as outlined by the agency, to include the agency's Best Practices.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
Jurist Doctorate in Law
Guardian Ad Litem Resume
Summary : Seeking to obtain an enriching and challenging career within the occupational therapy field in which strong dedication to the welfare of children and a high degree of enthusiasm can be fully utilized.
Skills : Social Work, Customer Service, Attention To Detail, MS Office.
Description :
Completed psychosocial assessments with diverse client populations for families and individuals.
Utilized solution-focused and brief therapy to achieve the recommended outcome and goals for families.
Utilized crisis prevention and case management techniques.
Collaborated on multi-disciplinary teams including other mental health providers, community agencies, and medical facilities; coordinate and link clients to community resources.
Monitored the client's progress and compliance with treatment goals.
Interviewed school personnel, medical and mental health providers, child protective service workers, and relevant court personnel.
Provided the court with a written report of the activities listed above.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
MSW in Social Work
Guardian Ad Litem Resume
Summary : Guardian Ad Litem with 9+ years of experience, seeking to pursue a position in Customer Service with the intent to better the quality of service for all. A very passionate about work and believe will be a great asset to the company.
Skills : Data Entry, Administrative Assistant, Legal Research.
Description :
Appointed by a judge or magistrate to serve as an advocate for children of child abuse and neglect cases.
Represented the best interest of the children.
Maintained independence, objectivity, and fairness.
Appeared and participated in all hearings and interviews between the judge.
Made reasonable efforts to become informed about the facts of the case by meeting with and interviewing the child and observing the child with each parent, foster parent, guardian, or physical custodian and conducting at least one interview with the children individually.
Met and interviewed the parties, foster parents, and other individuals who may have relevant knowledge of the case's issues.
Reviewed pleadings and other relevant court documents; reviewing criminal, civil, educational, and administrative records pertaining to the children and, if appropriate, to the child's family or to other parties.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Juris Doctorate
Guardian Ad Litem Resume
Summary : Guardian Ad Litem with 8+ years of experience, specially trained to advocate for the child and dedicated advocacy ensures a child's safety, well being, best interest, and placement.
Skills : Fluent in Spanish, and Lexis/Nexis Legal Research.
Description :
Assessed child/adolescents' needs, making recommendations for social services, and/or medical services.
Testified how the child/adolescent is doing in foster care.
Provided appropriate community resources to foster parents as it relates to the foster child.
Communicated appropriate information to child protective investigators as well as case managers with Safe Children's Coalition.
Performed blood pressure checks counseled on yearly immunizations, individual nutritional, and weight counseling in regards to client history.
Educated clients on pharmacological issues in regard to their disease pathology and prescribed medication regimen.
Instructed on stress reduction, safety issues, disease pathology, and general health maintenance recommendations.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Management
Education
Nursing
Guardian Ad Litem Resume
Summary : Seeks to secure a position that will enable utilizing education and experience to provide holistic treatment services to promote life-changing wellness to a diverse population dealing with mental health issues.
Skills : Payroll, Bookkeeping, Quickbooks Pro, Human Resource, AP/AR, Financial Statements, Reconciliations, OSHA Forms and regulations, Quarterly Reports, ADP Accounting, Microsoft Powerpoint, Microsoft Office.
Description :
Completed a 30-hour Guardian ad Litem training program.
Provided services to children and adolescents experiencing severe emotional trauma and mental health issues.
Completed a brief assessment of child and families' needs through direct home-based interviews focused on the circumstances resulting in a child's removal from the home.
Completed interviews for all parties involved in the child-related circumstance in order to develop a recommendation for the courts on behalf of the child.
Developed child-specific recommendations for children placed in temporary foster care by the court system.
Completed and submitted monthly written update reports for children to the court system.
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