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Karen Lewis

Muskogee,OK

Summary

Career-minded , enthusiastic, and hard working with talents in oral and written communication, preparing reports, taking messages, sorting and routing mail. Comfortable working in fast-paced, demanding office environment.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Court Advocate

Women In Safe Home, Inc. (WISH)
Muskogee, OK
01.2020 - 10.2021
  • Assisted survivor's with filing for protection orders and Advocated on their behalf in court
  • Worked effectively with clients towards identified goals while providing trauma-informed care
  • Maintained positive relationships with service providers and area first responders
  • Chaired Muskogee Co. Coordinated Community Response Team (CCR), scheduled monthly meetings, developed agenda, coordinated meeting details, training opportunities and fundraisers

Outreach Advocate

Women In Safe Home, Inc. (WISH)
Muskogee, OK
07.2017 - 01.2020
  • Managed satellite office in Eufaula every Mon. and Thurs.
  • Provided Advocacy for survivors at Bacone and Connor's State College
  • Developed relationships with resource partners to expand community engagement and program outreach
  • Conducted presentations to increase awareness
  • Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources

Child Welfare Specialist

OKDHS
Muskogee, OK
11.1998 - 03.2014
  • Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational services
  • Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs
  • Collaborated with community program leaders and advocates to make resources accessible to those in need
  • Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable laws, statutes, and OKDHS policies

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK

Skills

  • Knowledgeable in Excel, Microsoft Office, Power Point, Publisher, Zoom and more
  • Honest and Hardworking
  • Excellent Oral and Written Communication
  • Excellent Customer Service Skills
  • Community Engagement
  • Networking and Resource Development

Timeline

Court Advocate

Women In Safe Home, Inc. (WISH)
01.2020 - 10.2021

Outreach Advocate

Women In Safe Home, Inc. (WISH)
07.2017 - 01.2020

Child Welfare Specialist

OKDHS
11.1998 - 03.2014

Bachelor of Science -

Northeastern State University
Karen Lewis