Lisa Merrill
Parsons,KS
Summary
Dedicated Permanency Support Worker at TFI Family Services, skilled in crisis intervention and behavioral support. Proven ability to enhance family dynamics and promote positive change through effective communication and empathetic engagement. Successfully collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and improve client outcomes, demonstrating strong organizational and time management skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Permanency Support Worker
TFI Family Services
07.2025 - Current
- Work with a Case Manager to care for anywhere between 10-20 children at a time in out of home foster care placement.
- Worked in a to support children and families to build healthy relationships for reintegration.
- Conducted home visits to assess living conditions and provide support, improving family's safety and well-being.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics, providing guidance on effective communication strategies and conflict resolution techniques.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
Residential Training Coordinator
PSH&TC
11.2023 - 05.2025
- Supervised staff while they supported individuals with developmental disabilities with daily living skills to support their independence.
- Had a total of 5-10 staff under my supervision and was responsible for 19 individuals with mental and behavioral disabilities.
- Trained new staff on best practices for direct care, fostering a supportive learning environment for team members.
- Write Individual Training Plans for the individuals living on the cottage.
- Wrote individuals objectives for learning, gathered data, organized and input information into digital database.
- Maintained detailed records of patients'' progress, communicating updates to supervisors and family members as needed.
- Actively contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings focused on improving individual outcomes and overall quality of care.
- Monitored client progress and reported changes in behavior or health to relevant team members promptly.
- Facilitated recreational activities promoting social interaction and physical well-being among individuals.
Out Patient Annalist
Labette Health
09.2009 - 11.2023
- In charge of analyzing emergency room charts from the Parsons campus and the Independence campus. On an average day there were 40-50 charts daily between the two locations.
- Ensure the physician and nursing documentation on the patient charts is complete and accurate.
- Maintained spreadsheet with chart deficiencies and ensured their completion.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Notified providers of deficiencies and assisted doctors to complete charts.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Import outside provider documentation into patient charts.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Daycare Provider
Self-employed
08.2001 - 09.2010
- Owned and operated daycare caring for 10-12 children ranging in age from 3 mos to 10 years, along with supervising staff.
- Trained new staff on childcare best practices, enhancing team performance and service quality.
- Fostered safe and nurturing environment for children, promoting emotional and social development.
- Managed daily routines, including meal preparation and nap times, promoting a structured and consistent schedule for children.
- Developed strong relationships with families, fostering trust and open communication between parents and caregivers.
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
- Organized educational games and activities that stimulated creativity and critical thinking skills.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address concerns effectively.
Education
No Degree - Social Work
Labette Community Collage
Parsons, KS05-2028
High School Diploma -
Labette County High School
Altamont, KS05-1996
Skills
- Emotional support
- Behavioral support
- Critical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Empathy and patience
- Verbal and written communication
- Documentation and reporting
- Crisis intervention
- Risk management
- Multitasking
- Time management
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Permanency Support Worker
TFI Family Services
07.2025 - Current
Residential Training Coordinator
PSH&TC
11.2023 - 05.2025
Out Patient Annalist
Labette Health
09.2009 - 11.2023
Daycare Provider
Self-employed
08.2001 - 09.2010
No Degree - Social Work
Labette Community Collage
High School Diploma -
Labette County High School
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