Looking to advance the use of skills with the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation and help individuals with a larger scope of their needs through the OVR program. Highly collaborative, adaptable to changing needs, and focused on achieving team goals. Known for reliability, strong interpersonal skills, and results-oriented approach.
Work History
Employment Specialist
2 Years 7 Months
Office of Vocational Rehabilitation | 02.2024 - Current
Guide individuals with disabilities in developing targeted resumes and completing job applications to enhance job readiness. Provide ongoing support as they gain knowledge about their strengths, abilities and interests, to aid them in finding a position that meets their needs and desires.
Complete mock interviews and counsel with individuals to help them gain skills and confidence to aid in their job success. Provide tailored labor market information and identify opportunities aligning with clients' employment goals.
Update client records and track progress through detailed case notes and regular follow-up. Monitor client progress towards employment goals, providing ongoing support and feedback.
Cultivate partnerships with local employers to connect clients with suitable job opportunities. Attend local job fairs and outreaches.
Team player with the local office to ensure continued coordinated services throughout recent times of transition.
Family Services Office Supervisor
1 Year 2 Months
Department for Community Based Services | 12.2022 - 02.2024
Led team of child protective social workers to address needs of local families. Ensured the team worked well to meet the needs of local families.
Reviewed and optimized caseloads to boost team efficiency. Interviewed and hired staff. Completed staff evaluations. Conducted community outreach to enhance local resources for families. Trained new staff and facilitated ongoing staff development.
Supervised family services operations, ensuring compliance with state regulations and policies.
Coordinated training programs for staff, enhancing service delivery and operational efficiency.
Developed and implemented workflows to streamline case management processes and improve client outcomes.
Child Protective Services Social Worker
15 Years 10 Months
DCBS | 02.2007 - 12.2022
Collaborated with clients, community partners, law enforcement and court system to enhance family support and ensure children's needs were met. Completed detailed reports.
Referred families to appropriate services. Facilitated visits, completed home inspections, worked with relatives and foster families to ensure the safety of children.
Executed extensive administrative duties to assist with family transitions and governmental systems.
Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine child safety and well-being.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop intervention plans for at-risk families.
Facilitated family meetings to engage parents in service planning and resource allocation.
Administrative Assistant
2 Years 11 Months
Trinity Assembly of God | 03.2004 - 02.2007
Coordinated clerical support for congregation and pastoral staff to streamline operations. Designed weekly newsletter. Managed budget and inventory for programs, ensuring resources aligned with community involvement initiatives. Served congregants and community partners with customer service support. Created engaging programs for community involvement.
Classification Treatment Officer
2 Years 11 Months
Lee Adjustment Center | 03.1999 - 02.2002
Managed case files for inmates, conducted testing and counseling, and placed individuals in educational programs and jobs.
Staff instructor on inmate communication.
Member of inmate disciplinary committee.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Double Major Sociology And Communications
Evangel University | Springfield, Mo
Double major in sociology and communications.
Skills
Client relationship management
Job development
Employer outreach
Community collaboration
Problem-solving
Strategic thinking
Written communication
Diversity engagement
Timeline
Employment Specialist
Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
02.2024 - CurrentRead More
Family Services Office Supervisor
Department for Community Based Services
12.2022 - 02.2024Read More
Child Protective Services Social Worker
DCBS
02.2007 - 12.2022Read More
Administrative Assistant
Trinity Assembly of God
03.2004 - 02.2007Read More
Classification Treatment Officer
Lee Adjustment Center
03.1999 - 02.2002Read More
Evangel University
Bachelor of Science from Double Major Sociology And Communications