Myra A. Stitt
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with over ten years of professional case management experience. Excellent time management and problem-solving skills that have allowed me to serve in numerous populations such as adults with disabilities and youth in social services custody. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills to active cases. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. Knowledgeable about I/DD- MR, mental/substance abuse treatment, case coordination, and therapeutic interventions and well-versed in local, state, and federal regulations regarding policies and procedures.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Permanency Planning Foster Care SW III
GASTON COUNTY HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
06.2022 - 09.2025
- Provided integrated whole-person care case management services, including coordinating across physical health, behavioral health, pharmacy and unmet health-related resource needs to ensure they are linked to services to children and juveniles in the legal custody of the Department.
- Completed monthly foster care visits in compliance with the state and federal statutes.
- Facilitated support groups, child/family team meetings to assist with promoting peer engagement and emotional resilience among participants.
- Actively provided testimony in family court hearings.
- Assisted clients, juveniles and foster care families with medical orders, routines and encourages compliance.
- Completed permanency planning Reports, school enrollment forms, applications for needed services and other related forms within a timely manner.
- Attended and participated in state trainings.
- Worked independently and effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships with agency, courts, and community partners.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Advocated for clients' rights, navigating complex systems to access necessary services and benefits.
- Implemented evidence-based practices in case management, resulting in improved client outcomes and satisfaction.
Foster Care Coordinator
THOMPSON CHILD & FAMILY FOCUS
07.2018 - 06.2022
- Coordinated placement of youth in foster care, ensuring compliance with agency policies and regulations.
- Conducted regular assessments of foster placements to monitor progress and ensure effective support services.
- Assessed and coordinated the care of youths in foster care to ensure that the youth is receiving adequate services.
- Developed and reviewed person-centered plans for treatment or services for the youth.
- Served as a liaison for the children and facilitated treatment team meetings to ensure health and safety needs are met accordingly.
- Coordinated placement of youth in foster care, ensuring compliance with agency policies and regulations.
- Mentored junior staff on case coordination techniques, fostering professional development within the team.
- Maintained detailed records on each child''s history, medical information, and educational progress while in foster care.
Community Support Qualified Professional
OUTREACH MANAGEMENT SERVICES
11.2015 - 07.2018
- Worked and provided complex case management, and restorative interventions to assist adults with treatment needs such as mental illness and substance use.
- Made referrals to community supports that are able to meet the client's needs.
- Facilitated monthly meetings to review psychoeducational, medical, medication management and therapy needs for the clients in need.
- Collaborated with the federal probation office, psychiatrist, and cross-functional team to facilitate comprehensive case management.
- Provided proactive case management resulting in a 20% decrease in any recidivism activities and improved overall client well-being.
- Documented client progress within timely manner ensuring adherence to compliance regulations and facilitating accurate reporting for 18+ clients.
Substance Use Counselor
SIMPLICITY CARE INC.
12.2013 - 07.2018
- Worked with Level 3, 4 and 5 I/DD MR/special care needs participants in a group home setting.
- Facilitated Person Centered Plan meetings, Child and Family team meetings with Cardinal Innovations Care Coordinators, group home staff.
- Actively monitored the participants in the group home, day program and community activities.
- Coordinated with the I/DD Care Manager to participate in SIS evaluations, completed daily data and reported all services to Cardinal Innovations Healthcare Services.
- Completed required documentation including NC SNAP reports, weekly summaries, discharge documentation, monthly follow-ups, 90-day Treatment Plan Review, and Progress Notes.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to address client needs and goals.
- Provided crisis intervention services, ensuring immediate support and safety for clients.
I/DD Care Coordinator
CARDINAL INNOVATIONS HEALTHCARE SERVICES
03.2013 - 12.2013
- Monitored, evaluated, and documented client progress towards treatment objectives; with 90% goal attainment rate and secured continued service authorizations for 20+ clients annually.
- Coordinated care plans for clients, ensuring alignment with individual needs and preferences.
- Facilitated communication between interdisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery and client outcomes.
- Monitored services for clients with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
- Advocated and communicated with all clinicians for supported adherence to treatment recommendations.
- Utilization Management to ensure delivery of services. Monthly meetings with the group homes, biological family, foster care and AFL parents to revised all yearly services plans, visitations to homes, hospitals and court hearings.
- Used company software and databases to maintain records of services performed and patient conditions.
- Established partnerships with community organizations to broaden support networks for clients in need.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Liberal Arts
LIVINGSTONE COLLEGE
Salisbury, North CarolinaSkills
- MAPP (Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting)
- Confidentiality and HIPAA
- Rights and Responsibilities
- Recognizing Signs of Abuse and Neglect
- Conflict Resolution and Management
- Dealing with Challenging Behaviors
- Motivational Interviewing
- Pre-Service Qualified
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
Accomplishments
- Achieved Permanency by completing assigned tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
North Carolina Child Welfare Preservice Training
Child Welfare Education Collaborative (CWEC) training graduate.
Timeline
Permanency Planning Foster Care SW III
GASTON COUNTY HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
06.2022 - 09.2025
Foster Care Coordinator
THOMPSON CHILD & FAMILY FOCUS
07.2018 - 06.2022
Community Support Qualified Professional
OUTREACH MANAGEMENT SERVICES
11.2015 - 07.2018
Substance Use Counselor
SIMPLICITY CARE INC.
12.2013 - 07.2018
I/DD Care Coordinator
CARDINAL INNOVATIONS HEALTHCARE SERVICES
03.2013 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Liberal Arts
LIVINGSTONE COLLEGE