Candyce Hughston
Northport,AL
Summary
Accomplished Service Supervisor I and Senior Social Worker with a proven track record at Bibb County Department of Human Resources, excelling in supervisory roles and employee engagement. Expert in quality assurance and trained in TIPS, I've significantly enhanced foster care outcomes and foster parent training, demonstrating exceptional complaint handling and record preparation skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Service Supervisor I
Bibb County Department of Human Resources
Centreville, AL
07.2016 - Current
- Provided guidance and direction to 3-4 Caseworkers regarding job duties and responsibilities through tracking sheets and individual meetings while providing positive feedback and coaching
- Reviewed reports from caseworkers before submitting them to court or FACTS system, such as court reports, Comprehensive Family Assessments (CFAs) or Individualized Service Plans (ISPs)
- Recruited, trained, and supported foster parents and Quality Assurance Volunteers
- Attended community events such as Monthly Chamber Meetings, ICANS, and other groups to build connections and support for DHR
Senior Social Worker
Tuscaloosa County DHR
Tuscaloosa, AL
01.2013 - 01.2014
- managed a caseload of 15-18 children in foster care while ensuring their safety, ensuring parents or caregivers received necessary services, and ensuring permanency goals were met
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Alabama School of Social Work
Tuscaloosa08-2012
Skills
- Supervisory role experience
- Complaint Handling
- Employee engagement
- Record preparation
- Quality Assurance
- Trained in TIPS and Deciding Together for Foster Parents
Affiliations
- I teach a 3 and 4 year old Sunday School Class.
- I am an active Alumni of the University of Montevallo and recently served on the Junior Alumni Board.
- I currently serve on the Family and Consumer Sciences Advisory Board at the University of Montevallo.
- My husband and I are currently foster parents with Tuscaloosa County Department of Human Resources.
Timeline
Service Supervisor I
Bibb County Department of Human Resources
07.2016 - Current
Senior Social Worker
Tuscaloosa County DHR
01.2013 - 01.2014
Master of Science - Social Work
University of Alabama School of Social Work