Lisa Hemmer
Zanesville
Summary
Results-driven Enhanced Services Supervisor with expertise in financial oversight, data management, and compliance evaluation. Proven ability to mentor teams while ensuring accurate processing of federal reimbursements and optimizing resource allocation in child welfare services.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Enhanced Services Supervisor
Muskingum Co. Adult and Child Protective Services
Zanesville
08.2024 - Current
- Oversees crucial financial and data aspects of child welfare
- Ensure all eligible claims for federal reimbursement are processed accurately.
- Oversee monthly foster care payments, adoption assistance subsidies, and Medicaid coverage for eligible children.
- Manage data within state systems (like Ohio SACWIS) for eligibility records, legal statuses, and court rulings.
- Mentored team members on best practices in child and adult protective services.
- Evaluated reports and documentation for compliance with agency policies.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Directed and supervised team of 4 employees in daily operations.
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
Special Projects Caseworker
Muskingum Co. Adult and Child Protective Services
Zanesville
07.2022 - 08.2024
- Compliance and member of the Youth Centered Permanency Round Table team
- Compliance and member of the Ohio START team
- Complete and organize steps for IV-E eligibility and QRTP placement
- MCACPS Liaison for Ohio Rise
- Random Moment Sample Point Position
Foster Care Team Lead
Muskingum Co. Adult and Child Protective Services
Zanesville
08.2021 - 07.2022
- Provided leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and to a high standard.
- Trained new staff in relevant processes and procedures.
- Facilitated communication between departments to enhance collaboration.
Foster Care Coordinator
Muskingum Co. Adult and Child Protective Services
Zanesville
07.2007 - 08.2021
- Coordinated foster care placements for children in need of safe environments.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate the needs of children and families.
- Collaborated with social workers and community partners to ensure resource availability.
- Provided training and guidance to foster parents on best practices and regulations.
- Maintained accurate case files and documentation for compliance purposes.
- Facilitated communication between foster families, children, and service providers.
- Conducted assessments of foster homes and children under care.
- Responded to online or telephone requests for information and assistance.
- Conducted home visits to ensure the safety of foster care children.
Education
Master of Science - Child And Family Studies
The University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS08-2013
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Muskingum College
New Concord, OH 05-2007
Skills
- Data management
- Compliance evaluation
- Financial oversight
- Resource allocation
- Federal reimbursement
- Foster care coordination
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Enhanced Services Supervisor
Muskingum Co. Adult and Child Protective Services
08.2024 - Current
Special Projects Caseworker
Muskingum Co. Adult and Child Protective Services
07.2022 - 08.2024
Foster Care Team Lead
Muskingum Co. Adult and Child Protective Services
08.2021 - 07.2022
Foster Care Coordinator
Muskingum Co. Adult and Child Protective Services
07.2007 - 08.2021
Master of Science - Child And Family Studies
The University of Southern Mississippi
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Muskingum College