Kelly Beaver
Social Work/Intervention Specialist
Hendersonville,NC
Summary
Professional social worker and interventionist with a commitment to fostering student development and academic success and safety among vulnerable populations of WNC for over 20 years.
Extensive experience in creating and implementing specialized success plans designed to meet diverse student needs through relationship-focused strategies. Noted for cultivating strong, trust-based relationships with students, families, and community partners to achieve measurable outcomes.
Social Work Supervisor for Buncombe County Child and Adult Protective Services, with more than 20 years of experience in the social work field in WNC, specializing in protective services for at-risk and underserved populations and the development of supportive, solution-focused partnerships.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Intervention Specialist
Henderson County Public Schools
09.2019 - Current
- Data Monitoring & Analysis: Track and review attendance data to identify patterns in chronic absenteeism and assess at-risk students in 23 schools for approximately 13,000 students.
- Student & Family Engagement: Communicate attendance concerns to families, create personalized plans to improve attendance, and provide social and community service referrals.
- Collaboration & Support: Work with teachers, counselors, school social workers and school administrators to identify academic needs and interventions for absent students, and support early outreach efforts.
- Barrier Removal: Identify and address attendance barriers, connecting families with school and community resources and involving public agencies when necessary.
- Team Leadership: Coordinate/facilitate school and family team meetings to address root causes of absenteeism and ensure holistic support for students.
Social Work Supervisor III
Buncombe County Health and Human Services
02.2013 - 09.2019
- Supervision & Management: Oversee after-hours Child and Adult Protective Services (CPS/APS) staff, investigations, and assignments, ensuring proper staff coverage after office hours and during holidays and weekends.
- Personnel Management: Directly supervise CPS/APS staff, including recruitment, hiring, and performance evaluations to foster employee growth and compliance with organizational goals.
- Case Review & Quality Assurance: Monitor and review case records, safety plans, and evaluations to ensure adherence to federal, state, and county guidelines, and best practices in social work.
- Program Development & Evaluation: Participate in the planning and evaluation of the On-Call program, ensuring alignment with county, state, and federal objectives.
- Community Partnerships: Represent the agency in collaboration with law enforcement and community partners, addressing CPS/APS complaints and enhancing community responses.
- Training & Development: Provide training and mentorship to new staff, ensuring proper implementation of CPS/APS protocols and continuous professional development.
On Call Social Worker
Buncombe County Health and Human Services
09.2011 - 02.2013
- After-Hours Program Oversight: Manage after-hours duties for Child Protective Services (CPS), Adult Protective Services (APS), intake, family in-home services, and foster care for all of Buncombe County.
- Report Screening & Risk Assessment: Review and screen abuse and neglect reports in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes to assess risk and safety concerns.
- Case Management & Safety Planning: Provide coverage to assess safety, implement safety plans, and support children and vulnerable adults identified as abused, neglected, dependent, or exploited.
Investigative and Assessment Social Worker
Buncombe County Health and Human Services
08.2004 - 09.2011
- Family & Investigative Assessments: Conduct assessments to evaluate children identified as neglected, abused, or dependent.
- Safety Planning & Case Recommendations: Develop safety plans with caregivers to address concerns and recommend services, including family in-home support, foster care, and community resources.
- Collaboration with Community Services: Connect families to appropriate community programs and resources to ensure comprehensive support and safety.
Foster Care Social Worker
Avery County Health and Human Services
04.2003 - 08.2004
- Case Management & Family Support: Provide case management for families with children in foster care, collaborating with Health and Human Services to support reunification and permanent planning.
- Community Resource Referrals: Connect families to community resources and services to facilitate reunification and long-term stability for children removed from parents or caregivers.
- Court Recommendations & Case Monitoring: Prepare court recommendations, monitor case outcomes, and ensure the long-term stability of abused and neglected children.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Child and Family Studies
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NC 05.2001 - 01.2001
Skills
Experienced social work professional with expertise in case management, family support, and program oversight in both child protective services and education settings Skilled in data monitoring and analysis, identifying at-risk populations, and implementing safety plans and interventions Proficient in engaging families, coordinating community resources, and removing barriers to ensure long-term stability and academic success
Certification
Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting
Timeline
Student Intervention Specialist
Henderson County Public Schools
09.2019 - Current
Social Work Supervisor III
Buncombe County Health and Human Services
02.2013 - 09.2019
On Call Social Worker
Buncombe County Health and Human Services
09.2011 - 02.2013
Investigative and Assessment Social Worker
Buncombe County Health and Human Services
08.2004 - 09.2011
Foster Care Social Worker
Avery County Health and Human Services
04.2003 - 08.2004
Bachelor of Science - Child and Family Studies
Western Carolina University
05.2001 - 01.2001
Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting
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