Kimberly Stegall
STEP Inc.
Stuart,VA
10
years of professional experience
Experienced Family Advocate with a strong background in case management, family advocacy, and community resource coordination. Known for building trust, guiding families through complex needs, and delivering clear, culturally sensitive support.
Work History
Family Advocate
10 Years 4 Months- Assessed family needs and developed individualized action plans aligned with program goals.
- Coordinated family support services, connecting households with community resources and referral networks.
- Facilitated parent engagement activities, strengthening participation in education and support programs.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with confidentiality and reporting standards.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted service plans to address changing household needs.
- Collaborated with teachers, specialists, and community partners to coordinate holistic support.
- Guided families through enrollment, eligibility, and program requirements with clear communication.
- Trained newer staff on documentation procedures, resource coordination, and family-centered service practices.
- Empowered families by providing them with tools and resources needed to make informed decisions about their futures.
- Identified available community resources and programs for families of disabled children.
- Built trusting relationships with clients through active listening, empathy, and cultural sensitivity during interactions at work or home visits.
- Visited homes of families and maintained appropriate contact as directed by agency procedures.
- Conducted home visits to assess living conditions and provide personalized guidance on parenting challenges.
- Maintained timely documentation of case progress, ensuring clear communication among all involved parties.
- Managed heavy caseload using well-developed time management, organizational, and task prioritization skills.
- Developed strong partnerships with local organizations while actively identifying gaps in services, thereby bridging the resources to meet family needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
- Dean's List 3 times between 2023-2026
- Honor Roll 21 times between 2023-2026
- President List's 3 times between 2023-2026
- Elmore Staff Scholarship Recipient
- 3.70 GPA
Skills
Community resource identification
Cultural competency
Clear communication
Resource coordination
Effective communication
Family support advocacy
Client relationship management
Accomplishments
Serve as Chairperson of the VAHSA Family Service Network, providing leadership and coordinating initiatives that support families and strengthen community services.
Affiliations
- Dolly Parton Imagination Library
- Safety Rope (PC Community Program)
Timeline
Family Advocate
STEP Inc.
06.2016 - CurrentRead More
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Arts from Human Services
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