Kara Lamb
Asheboro
Summary
Passionate about helping others that suffer from mental health and substance use disorders. I thrive on providing health education and support service to all individual's and families I serve. Recovery and healing is a process that needs not to be done alone.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Assistant
Regional Consolidated Services Head Start
Randleman, NC
12.2020 - Current
- Coordinated health screenings and assessments for children, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
- Developed individualized health plans in collaboration with families and healthcare providers.
- Educated parents on nutrition, hygiene, and preventative care to promote overall child wellness.
- Monitored children's growth and development, documenting progress and addressing concerns promptly.
- Streamlined communication between families and healthcare resources, enhancing service delivery efficiency.
- Reduced the incidence of preventable complications by assisting with routine health screenings and assessments.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis for program evaluation and reporting.
- Completed all chronic/allergy paperwork by faxing it to medical providers, so that medication can be on site for children with chronic conditions.
- Maintained PIR (Program Information Report) yearly
- Performed hearing and vision screenings
- Assist in all components of Head Start that is under the umbrella including nutrition and mental health/disabilities.
- Work in the software Child Plus
Recruiter Specialist
Bradley Personnel
Asheboro, NC
12.2019 - 12.2020
- Developed comprehensive recruitment strategies to attract top talent across multiple sectors.
- Streamlined candidate screening processes using applicant tracking systems for improved efficiency.
- Conducted in-depth interviews to assess candidate qualifications and cultural fit within organizations.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to define job requirements and create targeted job postings.
- Managed onboarding processes, ensuring seamless integration of new hires into company culture.
- Analyzed recruitment metrics to identify areas for process improvement and enhance candidate experience.
- Improved overall candidate experience through consistent communication, personalized support, and thorough follow-ups during the hiring process.
- Reduced time-to-fill for open positions by streamlining the interview process and providing timely feedback to candidates.
- Participated in job fairs and networking events to source potential candidates, expanding company''s reach within the job market.
- Customized recruitment strategies for hard-to-fill positions, employing creative sourcing techniques to uncover hidden talent.
- Pioneered use of social media for talent acquisition, broadening reach of recruitment efforts.
- Evaluated and improved job descriptions and postings for clarity and attractiveness, drawing in more suitable candidates.
- Leveraged social media platforms and online job boards to advertise open positions and engage with potential candidates.
Front Desk Receptionist
Hodges Family Practice & Wellness
Asheboro, NC
07.2018 - 08.2019
- Managed front desk operations, ensuring smooth patient check-in and appointment scheduling.
- Coordinated communications between patients and healthcare providers to enhance service delivery.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Trained and mentored new reception staff on office protocols and best practices.
- Oversaw daily administrative tasks, including billing inquiries and insurance verifications.
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
- Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
- Managed high-volume phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel for prompt resolution.
- Scheduled appointments accurately using reservation software, reducing conflicts or double bookings.
- Completed data entry and filing to keep records updated for easy retrieval.
Folder
Klaussner Furniture
Asheboro, NC
06.2016 - 06.2018
- Organized and categorized furniture items for efficient inventory management.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely processing of orders.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in work area to enhance workflow.
- Assisted in training new employees on folder operations and safety protocols.
- Worked in fast-paced environment and handled multiple requests simultaneously.
- Maintained high level of quality and productivity, attention to detail, count accuracy of material and unit appearance.
- Folded leather specific to style sheet
- Prepare leather for sewers to cut
Maternity Outreach Worker
Randolph County Public Health
Asheboro, NC
11.2005 - 07.2010
- Connected individuals to appropriate resources through comprehensive assessments, referrals, and followups.
- Supported homeless individuals transitioning into housing by connecting them with necessary supplies, furniture donations, and move-in assistance resources.
- Maintained accurate client records by diligently documenting all interactions, interventions, and outcomes in the case management system.
- Advocated for client needs and funding for at-risk groups.
- Promoted self-sufficiency among clients by providing guidance on job search strategies, resume writing, and interview preparation techniques.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to coordinate medical appointments for clients facing barriers to access or transportation issues.
- Assisted families with financial and housing resources.
- Implemented educational workshops on topics such as nutrition, mental health, and substance abuse prevention for community members seeking guidance and support.
- Assisted in conducting needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs.
- Offered outreach and support services via home visits
- Provided health education and emotional support
- Maintained client records and documentation
- Ensured client confidentiality
Family Services Worker
Regional Consolidated Services Head Start
Asheboro, NC
01.2000 - 11.2005
- Assessed needs of families and provided services
- Performed income maintenance on applicants
- Enrolled qualified children into the program
- Reviewed applications for accuracy
- Assisted with classroom placement
- Made referrals to appropriate agencies as needed
- Facilitated parent involvement and training
- Worked on the software Galileo
- Maintained a case load of 60-80 families
- Participated in outreach recruitment for program
- Facilitated workshops and training sessions promoting family engagement and self-sufficiency.
- Led group workshops on various topics such as effective communication skills, anger management techniques, and parenting strategies for improved familial relationships.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive service plans tailored to each family''s unique needs.
Education
Social And Human Services Certificate - Social And Human Services
Randolph Community College
Asheboro, NC05-2025
GED -
Asheboro High School
Asheboro, NC05-1994
Peer Support Specialist Certification - Peer Support Specialist
Randolph Community College
Asheboro, NC05-2022
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Patient confidentiality maintenance
- Documentation and reporting
- Electronic health records management
- First aid and CPR certified
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Punctual and hardworking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Calm and effective under pressure
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Detail-oriented
- Documenting and recording information
- Insurance verifying
- Relationship building
- Communicating to patients and families
- Medical insurance
- Insurance authorizations
- Scheduling appointments
- Documentation skills
- Team building
- Insurance verification
- Interpersonal skills
- Computer literacy
- 50 WPM typing speed
- Professionalism
- Public speaking
- Crisis intervention
- Written communication
- Explaining policy and procedures
- Providing information and resources
- Records management
Timeline
Health Assistant
Regional Consolidated Services Head Start
12.2020 - Current
Recruiter Specialist
Bradley Personnel
12.2019 - 12.2020
Front Desk Receptionist
Hodges Family Practice & Wellness
07.2018 - 08.2019
Folder
Klaussner Furniture
06.2016 - 06.2018
Maternity Outreach Worker
Randolph County Public Health
11.2005 - 07.2010
Family Services Worker
Regional Consolidated Services Head Start
01.2000 - 11.2005
Social And Human Services Certificate - Social And Human Services
Randolph Community College
GED -
Asheboro High School
Peer Support Specialist Certification - Peer Support Specialist
Randolph Community College