Dawn Ellison
Moncks Corner,SC
Summary
Professional with solid background in community engagement and management. Skilled in fostering collaboration, driving member participation, and managing successful initiatives. Strong focus on delivering results through effective communication, strategic planning, and adaptability to evolving needs. Reliable team player adept at problem-solving and building strong relationships.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Specialist
South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice
08.2025 - Current
- Screened youth to identify risk factors and specific needs effectively. Orchestrated services tailored to youth and family requirements. Balanced advocacy efforts for youth offenders with community safety priorities. Enabled growth by fostering supportive environments for all individuals involved.
Family Trainer/Service Coordinator
Easterseals
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Delivered individualized services per Individualized Family Service Plans for children from birth to three and Family Service Plans for ages three to five. Employed a coaching interaction style to enhance family support in child development.
Wraparound Facilitator
Burlington United Methodist Family Services
05.2017 - 02.2025
- Managed cases for behaviorally and emotionally disturbed juveniles within court systems, ages 12-17.
- Ensured accurate documentation of case files for regulatory compliance through online and paper formats.
- Delivered comprehensive documentation to WV DHHR and Circuit Court for legal proceedings.
- Established communication links with community resources across three counties.
- Advocated for necessary support services during IEP and 504 meetings.
- Received Employee of the Month recognition at Burlington United Methodist Family Services, July 2021.
- First employee to successfully maintain a CSED case at the organization.
- Certified in Child and Adolescent Needs Assessment until November 2023.
Interim Assistant Supervisor
HOME BASE, INC.
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Ensured compliance with agency policies through diligent monitoring of employee billing and documentation.
Outreach Coordinator
HOME BASE, INC.
06.2010 - 05.2017
- Delivered essential services to families in DHHR system, encompassing parenting education and skills development.
- Executed supervised visits and assessments for youths through CAPS program.
- Kept thorough case documentation while liaising with WV DHHR and Circuit Court officials.
- Fostered collaboration with community agencies like Drug Court and mental health providers.
- Selected as Home Base representative for multidisciplinary meetings aimed at identifying abuse or neglect.
- Partnered with law enforcement, prosecutors, and advocates to ensure child welfare.
Child Protective Services Worker
WV DHHR
03.2004 - 06.2009
- Performed investigations into allegations of child abuse and neglect, prioritizing child safety. Linked at-risk families to vital community and home-based services for better outcomes. Managed placements of children into foster care when imminent danger was identified, following WV Child Protective Services standards. Searched for suitable foster and adoptive homes to provide stable environments for children. Maintained comprehensive records as mandated by WV Policy and Federal IV-E requirements. Attended court hearings while coordinating schedules for multidisciplinary team meetings. Rendered expert testimony in legal proceedings related to child abuse and neglect cases. Trained in forensic interviewing techniques specifically designed for minors.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Psychology
Shepherd University
Shepherdstown, WV12.2001
Skills
- Crisis management and response
- Microsoft Word proficiency
- Critical thinking skills
- Employee management strategies
- Program evaluation techniques
- Person-centered approach
- CANS certification
- WV CAPS certification
Timeline
Community Specialist
South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice
08.2025 - Current
Family Trainer/Service Coordinator
Easterseals
03.2025 - 06.2025
Interim Assistant Supervisor
HOME BASE, INC.
11.2022 - 11.2023
Wraparound Facilitator
Burlington United Methodist Family Services
05.2017 - 02.2025
Outreach Coordinator
HOME BASE, INC.
06.2010 - 05.2017
Child Protective Services Worker
WV DHHR
03.2004 - 06.2009
Bachelor's degree - Psychology
Shepherd University
Similar Profiles
Marcia "Jan" NoblesMarcia "Jan" Nobles
Director of Victim Services at South Carolina Department of Juvenile JusticeDirector of Victim Services at South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice
Jalon PercyJalon Percy
Human Resources Liaison at South Carolina Department of Juvenile JusticeHuman Resources Liaison at South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice
Adrian CartledgeAdrian Cartledge
Associate Deputy of Security and Operations at South Carolina Department Of Juvenile JusticeAssociate Deputy of Security and Operations at South Carolina Department Of Juvenile Justice
Charlene BrownCharlene Brown
Material Coordinator at KBR/LSI Government ContractorMaterial Coordinator at KBR/LSI Government Contractor
Camri LawrenceCamri Lawrence
Pharmacy Technician at CMOPPharmacy Technician at CMOP