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Carmen Anderson

Vidalia,LA

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated professional with extensive experience as a Child Welfare Supervisor at the Department of Children and Family Services. Expert in differentiated instruction and parent-teacher communication, fostering child safety and well-being. Proven track record in staff training and program management, ensuring compliance and enhancing service delivery in child welfare programs.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Kindergarten Teacher

Concordia Parish School Board
08.2018 - Current

Taught students foundational skills in subjects like math, reading, science, and social studies, while promoting their social-emotional development. Created a stimulating learning environment, developed classroom management strategies, and maintained communication with parents.

Child Welfare Supervisor

Department of Children and Family Services
06.2014 - 07.2018

Managed and supervised all Child Welfare Programs, including Child Protection, Foster Care, Family Services, and Alternate Response. Oversaw staff recruitment, training, evaluation, and performance management. Ensured legal and policy compliance in case documentation and service delivery. Collaborated with agencies and stakeholders to support child protection efforts. Provided staff coaching and training, upheld child safety and well-being, and prepared legal documents and court testimony to advocate for children and families.

Program Specialist - Detailed Position

Department of Children and Family Services
10.2012 - 06.2014

Assisted in developing and implementing the Department’s Document Imaging System and CAFE computer system. Responsibilities included reviewing contractor work, providing timely feedback, and participating in or leading workgroups to ensure the successful launch and operation of the Imaging Project.

Child Welfare Supervisor

Department of Children and Family Services
07.2012 - 10.2012

Managed and supervised all Child Welfare Programs, including Child Protection, Foster Care, Family Services, and Alternate Response. Oversaw staff recruitment, training, evaluation, and performance management. Ensured legal and policy compliance in case documentation and service delivery. Collaborated with agencies and stakeholders to support child protection efforts. Provided staff coaching and training, upheld child safety and well-being, and prepared legal documents and court testimony to advocate for children and families.

Child Welfare Trainer - Detailed Position

Department of Children and Family Services
11.2011 - 07.2012

Co-trained new employees statewide in Foster Care, Child Protection, Family Services, and Alternative Response. Also contributed to developing new training curricula for staff.

Child Welfare Supervisor

Department of Children and Family Services
04.2007 - 11.2011

Managed and supervised all Child Welfare Programs, including Child Protection, Foster Care, Family Services, and Alternate Response. Oversaw staff recruitment, training, evaluation, and performance management. Ensured legal and policy compliance in case documentation and service delivery. Collaborated with agencies and stakeholders to support child protection efforts. Provided staff coaching and training, upheld child safety and well-being, and prepared legal documents and court testimony to advocate for children and families.

Education

Master of Arts - Social Work

Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA
08-2003

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, LA
12-2000

Skills

  • Differentiated instruction
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Lesson planning
  • Early childhood development

Timeline

Kindergarten Teacher

Concordia Parish School Board
08.2018 - Current

Child Welfare Supervisor

Department of Children and Family Services
06.2014 - 07.2018

Program Specialist - Detailed Position

Department of Children and Family Services
10.2012 - 06.2014

Child Welfare Supervisor

Department of Children and Family Services
07.2012 - 10.2012

Child Welfare Trainer - Detailed Position

Department of Children and Family Services
11.2011 - 07.2012

Child Welfare Supervisor

Department of Children and Family Services
04.2007 - 11.2011

Master of Arts - Social Work

Louisiana State University

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Northwestern State University