Betty Stanhope
Summary
Dependable Cottage Supervisor experienced in overseeing operations and managing staff to enhance customer satisfaction. Achieved operational efficiency and improved guest experiences through effective conflict resolution, budgeting, and time management skills. Focused on creating a safe, welcoming environment while delivering exceptional service and mentoring team members.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Cottage Manager
CHS
06.2018 - 05.2026
- Supervised residential line staff and oversaw daily operations in cottage/residential treatment setting for behavioral health populations.
- Coordinated resident care and maintained program compliance while managing behavioral and conflict situations.
- Communicated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure a safe, structured therapeutic environment.
Foster Care Provider
Department of Economic Security
Stockton, CA
05.2014 - 05.2019
- Provided crisis intervention and support to children in foster care.
- Coordinated communication among families, social workers, and service providers to ensure comprehensive support for children.
- Monitored daily activities and well-being of foster children in care.
- Provided foster care services to children in need of a safe and nurturing environment.
- Maintained detailed records of children's progress and incidents to monitor development and address needs effectively.
- Maintained accurate records of children's progress and incidents.
- Advocated for children's rights within the child welfare system to ensure their voices were heard and needs met.
- Trained and mentored new foster care providers on best practices.
- Organized community resources to support children and families effectively.
- Adhered to state policies regarding licensing requirements and regulations related to foster care services.
- Assisted in developing life skills such as budgeting, cooking, cleaning, job searching.
- Attended court hearings to advocate for the best interests of the children.
- Supervised visits between biological parents and their children while ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Assisted in completing homework assignments and school projects to support children's education.
Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist
Victor Treatment Center
08.1999 - 09.2017
- Delivered rehabilitation services, crisis intervention, therapeutic support, and social skills development for emotionally disturbed youth, ensuring Medi-Cal compliant documentation.
- Coordinated with clinicians, educators, caregivers, and multidisciplinary teams to align treatment and behavioral goals, enhancing overall support for clients.
- Facilitated individual rehabilitation plans for clients at Victor Treatment Center.
- Coordinated therapy sessions with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client recovery.
- Assessed client progress and adjusted treatment strategies accordingly.
Residential Counselor / Day Treatment Aide
Victor Treatment Center / Regional Youth Services
08.1994 - 08.1999
- Provided behavioral intervention, crisis stabilization, therapeutic activities, and daily living assistance to support youth in residential and educational treatment programs.
- Provided emotional support to youth in residential treatment programs.
- Facilitated group activities to promote social skills and teamwork.
- Maintained documentation of client behavior and progress reports.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies, Women's Ministry & Missions, Early Childhood Education, Biblical Counseling
Christian Life College
Stockton, CaliforniaSkills
- Behavioral Health Support
- Crisis Intervention
- Therapeutic Programming
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Treatment Coordination
- Care planning
- Crisis management
- Residential Operations Staff
- Supervision
- Team leadership
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Child advocacy
- Conflict Resolution
- Conflict resolution
- Therapeutic maintenance
Timeline
Cottage Manager
CHS
06.2018 - 05.2026
Foster Care Provider
Department of Economic Security
05.2014 - 05.2019
Mental Health Rehabilitation Specialist
Victor Treatment Center
08.1999 - 09.2017
Residential Counselor / Day Treatment Aide
Victor Treatment Center / Regional Youth Services
08.1994 - 08.1999
Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies, Women's Ministry & Missions, Early Childhood Education, Biblical Counseling
Christian Life College