Alexis Wark
Warren
Summary
Strategic professional with expertise in organizational management and high-volume case navigation. Managed a 200-individual caseload for children with autism while optimizing processes and resources. Led project management initiatives with a solid understanding of legal documentation and courtroom procedures, stemming from a strong background in foster care. Demonstrated ability to balance heavy caseloads and provide effective administrative support.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
Centria Healthcare Autism Services
Farmington Hills, MI
03.2024 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
- Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive strategic initiatives within operations.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop and execute long-term corporate goals and objectives.
IPP Specialist/Intake Specialist
Spaulding for Children
Southfield, Michigan
11.2022 - 03.2024
- Led intake process for new foster care placements, completing family and child assessments and gathering required documentation, connecting families to essential support services.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of children and families, developing individualized permanency planning goals that effectively addressed needs for foster care, adoption, and family reunification.
- Provided case management services to children in foster care, including regular home visits, monitoring progress in school and therapy, and coordinating resources to ensure safety and well-being.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including social workers, therapists, and medical professionals, to meet the needs of children and families through coordinated care and support.
- Trained and supported foster parents in parenting techniques, child development, and trauma-informed care to improve outcomes for children in care.
- Effectively managed high-profile cases with complex, sensitive issues, ensuring thorough attention to detail and a professional, empathetic approach.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Juvenile Justice
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, Michigan05-2022
Skills
- Operations oversight
- Strategic planning
- Problem solving
- Work under pressure
- Responsible and reliable
- Relationship building
- Cross-Department Collaboration
- Continuous Improvement
- Process Optimization
Timeline
Director of Operations
Centria Healthcare Autism Services
03.2024 - Current
IPP Specialist/Intake Specialist
Spaulding for Children
11.2022 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Juvenile Justice
Grand Valley State University