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
Assistant to Dean of McAda Graduate School; Assistant to Registrar—Degree Audit Team and VA School Certifying Official at Midwestern State UniversityAssistant to Dean of McAda Graduate School; Assistant to Registrar—Degree Audit Team and VA School Certifying Official at Midwestern State University