MARKETIA H THOMAS
Tuscaloosa,AL
Summary
Dedicated Human Services Professional with over 21 years of experience in social services, developmental disabilities, and mental health. Expertise includes client assessments, crisis response, and service planning, with a strong focus on family stability and well-being. Holds a Master of Arts in Family Studies and a Bachelor of Human Environmental Science.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Service Caseworker
Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR)
Tuscaloosa, AL
02.2025 - 05.2026
- Developed and implemented individualized service plans focused on client safety, stability, and well-being.
- Conducted client assessments to identify needs, strengths, and barriers, enhancing service access and support.
- Responded to crisis situations and completed safety assessments to ensure client safety.
- Completed home visits and field interviews to monitor client circumstances and safety, ensuring timely interventions.
- Coordinated with schools, healthcare providers, and community partners to facilitate comprehensive support for clients.
- Maintained timely, accurate case records and reports in accordance with agency policies and applicable requirements.
Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP)
Genesis SCIL
Tuscaloosa, AL
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Assessed individuals' strengths, needs, risks, and support requirements to tailor services effectively.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings and collaborated with team members to align services with individual goals.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings, collaborating with team members to ensure alignment of services with individual goals.
- Conducted observations, documentation reviews, and compliance checks to enhance service quality.
Mental Health Worker
Genesis SCIL
Tuscaloosa, AL
12.2020 - 06.2023
- Facilitated daily living activities, coping strategies, and treatment-plan goals for individuals facing mental health challenges, promoting independence and well-being.
- Supported individuals experiencing mental health challenges with daily living activities, coping strategies, and treatment-plan goals.
- Assisted licensed clinicians with treatment-plan implementation and therapeutic interventions.
- Observed behavior, mood, and safety concerns and communicated relevant changes to clinical staff.
- Recorded observations, interventions, and client progress to ensure timely and effective adjustments in treatment plans.
- Collaborated with licensed clinicians to implement treatment plans and deliver therapeutic interventions, enhancing client care.
Teacher
Community Services
Tuscaloosa
07.2013 - 05.2018
- Facilitated student learning and development through targeted classroom instruction and personalized guidance.
- Taught core subjects using age-appropriate activities.
- Created structured lesson plans to enhance learning experiences for diverse student groups. for community-based learner groups.
- Planned lessons for community-based learner groups.
- Managed classroom behavior with clear expectations.
Teaching Assistant
Brewer-Porch Children's Center
08.2004 - 07.2013
- Facilitated daily learning and developmental activities for children ages 3-5, fostering engagement and growth.
- Maintained safe and supportive learning environment tailored to individual children's needs, enhancing their overall learning experience.
- Aided teachers with lesson execution with classroom activities and daily routines.
- Managed children's behavior during indoor play during indoor play, meals, and outdoor transitions.
- Prepared learning materials for Brewer-Porch Children’s Center lesson plans.
Education
Master of Arts - Family Studies
Concordia University
Saint PaulBachelor of Human Environmental Science -
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL 10.2008 - 05.2012
Skills
- Case management
- Service plans
- Risk assessments
- Crisis response
- Field interviews
- Behavioral observation
- Resource coordination
- Case documentation
- Policy compliance
- Team collaboration
- Child welfare advocacy
- Person-centered support
Timeline
Social Service Caseworker
Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR)
02.2025 - 05.2026
Qualified Developmental Disabilities Professional (QDDP)
Genesis SCIL
06.2023 - 02.2024
Mental Health Worker
Genesis SCIL
12.2020 - 06.2023
Teacher
Community Services
07.2013 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Human Environmental Science -
The University of Alabama
10.2008 - 05.2012
Teaching Assistant
Brewer-Porch Children's Center
08.2004 - 07.2013
Master of Arts - Family Studies
Concordia University