Unit Manager

• Oct 2022 - Present

Home Study Writer

• Nov 2020 - Present

Complete thorough, investigative interviews to assess for appropriateness and safety while maintaining confidentiality and client records. Author family profiles detailing family history, motivation, health, parenting practices, cultural engagement, and social support - documents are an average of 30 to 45 pages of family-specific narrative. Collaborate with the Department of Human Services on family engagement, safety management, and record submissions. To date, I have completed over 35 foster and adoptive home assessments with an average turnaround time of 30 days. Show less

Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Intern & Consultant

• Aug 2020 - Apr 2022

Manage an intern-level caseload of: one clinical client, two partner sites, five classrooms, and 40 enrolled children. Conduct initial assessments, draft treatment plans, and provide therapeutic interventions utilizing evidence based practice for mental and behavioral health needs. Administer and review developmental screeners for all enrolled children. Encourage and display examples of leadership and collaboration among the treatment triad to ensure quality service delivery. Engage in weekly reflective supervision to identify client needs, receive constructive feedback, and explore intervention implementation. Visit community partnership sites to observe and provide mental health consultation. Discuss observations, offer recommendations, and provide hands-on support for providers and administrative staff. Participate in the development and implementation of the mental health program by providing input and recommendations regarding service delivery. Show less

Certification Specialist

• Mar 2019 - Dec 2020

Conduct home visits and assessments with prospective foster homes - averaging 4 families a month with a less than 60 day turnaround time. Engage in thorough, investigative interviews and assessments of each family while maintaining client paperwork. Author family profiles detailing information such as family history, motivation, health, parenting practices, cultural engagement, and social support. Coordinate with foster care staff to transfer client files within 2 days of certification to ensure continuity of care. Execute and train 40+ prospective foster families on the Oklahoma child welfare system, trauma-informed care, and appropriate parenting practices. Manage overflow caseloads during agency influx while maintaining position responsibilities. Revise and author agency policy to aid in Council on Accreditation (COA) certification. Show less

Child Welfare Specialist II - Permanency Planning

• Nov 2016 - Mar 2019

Manage an on-going caseload of 15 children. Conduct field visits to assess for child safety and well-being. Maintain accurate case records and submit court reports for all hearings. Submit referrals to community providers and coordinate client care. Coordinate with staff, families, and service providers to evaluate safety interventions and effectiveness of service delivery. Supervise parent-child visitations and aid in family reunification and/or adoption. Manage an on-going caseload of 15 children. Conduct field visits to assess for child safety and well-being. Maintain accurate case records and submit court reports for all hearings. Submit referrals to community providers and coordinate client care. Coordinate with staff, families, and service providers to evaluate safety interventions and effectiveness of service delivery. Supervise parent-child visitations and aid in family reunification and/or adoption.

Master Teacher

• Dec 2015 - Nov 2016

While at this job, I completed weekly curriculum planning utilizing developmentally appropriate practice and Oklahoma Learning Guidelines. I construct an environment which supported and encouraged social and emotional growth, peer interaction, safety, and conflict resolution for 20 children. I conducted developmental assessments utilizing evidence based assessments and communicated outcomes to parents/caregivers. I conducted parent-teacher conferences and communicated child strengths, concerns, and recommendations for support services. I supervised and trained assistant teachers with curriculum execution and child engagement. Show less

Research Assistant

• Aug 2015 - Dec 2015

This position was offered to me through a new grant in the Family Life Education Department. While assisting with this grant, I facilitated opportunities for relational development between adults 55+, young children, and college students. I engaged in curriculum writing for the program and assisted in data collection and input. I conducted participant interviews with the supervising professor, collected field notes, and transcribed participant interviews and observations. Lastly, I collaborated and coordinated with participants, volunteer students, professors, and location staff on weekly sessions, interview needs, and grant procedures. Show less

Lead Teacher

• May 2015 - Aug 2015

While at the Zoo, I was a member of their Education Department. I was a lead teacher each week for a different age group/classroom. I coordinated daily curriculum, assessed for child needs, and reported on child progress to the primary caregivers. I worked hard to create a community in the classroom to ensured child well-being through social and emotional development. Each week, I advocated for appropriate classroom health and safety and encouraged enhanced educational practices through hands-on learning experiences. Show less

Receptionist

• Dec 2013 - Jul 2015

While in this position, I assisted with client care and questions, promoted services through telecommunications, managed daily schedules/appointments for service providers, created a welcoming environment, and familiarized myself with repeat clientele to ensure continuity of care. While in this position, I assisted with client care and questions, promoted services through telecommunications, managed daily schedules/appointments for service providers, created a welcoming environment, and familiarized myself with repeat clientele to ensure continuity of care.

Nanny

• Dec 2012 - Feb 2014

While in the position, I provided private, in-home child care for two children. I assisted with tutoring, transportation, assisted with household tasks, and supported the children in their daily activities. For both children, I fostered appropriate health, safety, and nutrition procedures daily. While in the position, I provided private, in-home child care for two children. I assisted with tutoring, transportation, assisted with household tasks, and supported the children in their daily activities. For both children, I fostered appropriate health, safety, and nutrition procedures daily.