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Julie Hether

Gansevoort,NY

Summary

Hardworking individual with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Strong work ethic, detail-oriented, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Internal Auditor 1

NYS Office of Children and Family Services
Rensselaer, NY
06.2023 - Current
  • Compiled comprehensive audit workpapers for senior auditor review.
  • Maintained confidentiality of company information obtained in audit assignments.
  • Worked closely with management to discuss audit results and action plans.
  • Adhered to GAAS standards when carrying out audit program operations and producing working papers.
  • Investigated discrepancies that were uncovered during audits.
  • Collaborated closely with other team members to develop effective audit plans.
  • Interacted regularly with clients to discuss audit progress, findings, and recommendations.
  • Reviewed client documentation including contracts, invoices, bank statements.

Adult Protective Services Caseworker

Saratoga County Department Of Social Services
Ballston Spa, NY
02.2022 - 06.2023
  • Partnered with care team to identify client needs and formulate collaborative treatment approaches.
  • Utilized job-related software for drafting correspondence, case notes, and technical reports.
  • Built trust and rapport with clients by remaining calm and compassionate in a variety of situations.
  • Supported clients in navigating difficult circumstances and facilitated access to necessary services.
  • Directed complex cases to appropriate team members for efficient resolution.

Foster Care Caseworker

Saratoga County Department Of Social Services
Ballston Spa, NY
09.2017 - 02.2022
  • Facilitated case management services for children and families across all phases of adoption process achieving 22 finalized adoptions.
  • Developed adoption caseworker training manual and delivered training sessions to foster care caseworkers.
  • Maintained progress notes and case files, detailing children's development in recreational activities, treatment initiatives, and academic performance.
  • Facilitated emergency response, family support, and case management to achieve individual child objectives.
  • Maintained confidentiality through stringent handling of charts and data.
  • Participated in court proceedings with expert testimony and development of recommendations for permanency planning.

Child Protective Services Caseworker

Saratoga County Department Of Social Services
Ballston Spa, NY
05.2015 - 09.2017
  • Assessed child safety and risk of abuse following a hotline report.
  • Investigated approximately 200 reports of suspected child abuse/neglect. Reports ranged from sexual abuse, physical abuse, substance use, educational neglect, medical neglect and inadequate guardianship.
  • Conducted home visits, completed inspections and interviewed family members and witnesses.
  • Worked in partnership with law enforcement for cases that required forensic interviewing, suspected abuse and criminal charges.
  • Maintained legal documents for court proceedings and submitted testimony.
  • Identified appropriate community reports resources and provided referrals for services.

Daycare Provider

Self Employed
Ballston Spa, NY
09.2007 - 05.2015
  • Cared for children ages 3 months to 10 years old.
  • Balanced daily schedule to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods.

Therapeutic Foster Parent

Northeast Parent and Child
Ballston Spa, NY
08.2002 - 11.2009
  • Obtained therapeutic foster parent certification upon successful completion of 30 hours in parenting education
  • Partnered with caseworker to devise strategies aimed at helping children maintain safe behaviors.
  • Developed positive relationships with birth families and other involved parties, such as caseworkers and therapists.
  • Served as an advocate for children in their placements through active participation in discussions about their future plans .

Bookkeeper

Ronald L. Plaine
Scotia, NY
02.1996 - 07.2002
  • Alleviated financial discrepancies by preparing bank reconciliations and reviewing accounting records for accuracy.
  • Processed invoices and checks, and maintained daily cash logs and deposits.

Employee Benefits Senior Auditor

NYS Department of Civil Service
Albany, NY
01.1988 - 04.1995
  • Applied audit fundamentals to identify risks and develop action plans.
  • Identified weaknesses within existing control systems and recommended corrective measures.
  • Communicated audit findings by preparing and disseminating final reports to upper management.
  • Collaborated with Employee Benefits Carriers to review audit results and findings.
  • Mentored entry level staff on operational procedures

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Albany - School of Business
Albany, NY
12.1986

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Adirondack Community College
Queensbury, NY
05.1984

Skills

  • Detail oriented
  • Listening and communication skills
  • Conducting interviews
  • Time management
  • Organization
  • Report writing

Timeline

Internal Auditor 1

NYS Office of Children and Family Services
06.2023 - Current

Adult Protective Services Caseworker

Saratoga County Department Of Social Services
02.2022 - 06.2023

Foster Care Caseworker

Saratoga County Department Of Social Services
09.2017 - 02.2022

Child Protective Services Caseworker

Saratoga County Department Of Social Services
05.2015 - 09.2017

Daycare Provider

Self Employed
09.2007 - 05.2015

Therapeutic Foster Parent

Northeast Parent and Child
08.2002 - 11.2009

Bookkeeper

Ronald L. Plaine
02.1996 - 07.2002

Employee Benefits Senior Auditor

NYS Department of Civil Service
01.1988 - 04.1995

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Albany - School of Business

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Adirondack Community College