Shanice Mattocks

Shanice Mattocks has a diverse background in social work and behavioral health. Shanice currently works as a Behavioral Health Coach at Brightline, where they are involved in building a technology-enabled Behavioral Health Home for children and their families. Their role includes providing empathetic and passionate support to kids, teens, and parents facing various family challenges. Shanice is known for their holistic thinking, adaptability, and excellent communication skills.

Prior to their current role, Shanice worked as a Qualified Professional at Quality Care Solutions, Inc., where they developed and implemented treatment plans while monitoring client behavior and responses. Shanice advocated for the needs of individuals served and supervised a team of professionals delivering quality care.

From 2017 to 2021, Shanice served as a Senior Social Worker at the County of Onslow, North Carolina. In this position, they conducted assessments for suspected child maltreatment cases and ensured the safety and protection of over 25 children placed within the agency's care. Shanice conducted detailed assessments and evaluation interviews with children and adults involved in reported cases.

Before that, Shanice was a Therapeutic Support Specialist at Benchmark Family Services, where they provided intensive case management services to foster children. Shanice conducted home visits, completed evaluations and assessments, and advocated for clients and their families with various agencies and professionals.

Shanice also gained experience as a Certified Foster Care Case Manager at DeKalb County Government, where they managed a caseload of children in the foster care system. Shanice utilized Solution Based Casework and worked with child(ren) and parents to develop family plans and achieve desired outcomes. Shanice also conducted assessments and implemented safety removal plans.

In addition, Shanice had an internship as a Social Worker at Southern Manor Assisted Living, where they gained practical experience in the field.

Overall, Shanice Mattocks has a strong background in social work and behavioral health, with a focus on child protection, foster care, and family support. Their experiences demonstrate their dedication to helping vulnerable populations and their skills in assessment, case management, and advocacy.

Shanice Mattocks earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Child and Family Development from Georgia Southern University, where they studied from 2010 to 2014. Currently, they are pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree with a focus on Business at the University of Maryland Global Campus starting in 2022.