Paulette Kendrick
Idabel,OK
Summary
Results-oriented Program Administrator with a proven track record of effectively managing complex, multi-functional TANF programs. Skilled in strategic planning, budgeting, and policy development within federal and state regulations. Adept at fostering collaboration with stakeholders at all levels to achieve program objectives and enhance client outcomes. Committed to empowering individuals and families to lead safer, healthier and more productive lives.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TANF Programs Administrator
Oklahoma Human Services
Oklahoma City , OK
03.2022 - Current
- Manage comprehensive TANF programs, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while setting strategic direction and standards.
- Lead a team of 6 building innovative strategies to increase family strengthening supports to low-income families in Oklahoma.
- Spearheading the TANF Investment Strategy, a collaborative effort with non-profit entities, to provide family strengthening and youth support opportunities in alignment with agency and TANF goals.
- Deliver presentations to agency leadership, state legislators, national and state conferences.
- Compiled, revised and submitted TANF State Plan and amendments.
- Prepared and submitted the Oklahoma ACF-204 and ACF-4125 reports.
- Compile statistical data from a variety of sources for analysis purposes.
- Played a pivotal role in leading development and implementation efforts to pilot and create a statewide network of the Work Ready Oklahoma initiatives.
- Initiated and evaluated RFP's for innovative service programs including the Work Ready Oklahoma project, Fatherhood services, TANF Investment Strategy and other family oriented initiatives.
- Collaborate with executive leadership and external partners to develop family strengthening and employment projects for low-income families.
- Oversee program budgeting, contracts and procurement processes, while coordinating with workforce development agencies for additional resources and referrals.
TANF Programs Manager
Oklahoma Human Services
Oklahoma City , OK
11.2014 - 03.2022
- Led TANF program policy development and implementation, ensuring adherence to federal guidelines and reporting requirements.
- Coached, mentored and trained a team of eight staff members, providing guidance on program strategy, problem-solving, and goal achievement.
- Engaged in budget planning and management, including oversight of contracts with state agencies and external partners.
- Represented Oklahoma Human Services on various state and national committees, contributing to policy discussions and program enhancements.
- Participated and presented at interim studies with Oklahoma legislators on a variety of topics related to the TANF program and program deliverables.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
- Leveraged leadership skills to identify deficiencies and opportunities to improve policies, procedures and controls.
- Compiled, revised and submitted the Oklahoma TANF State Plan and amendments.
- Prepared and submitted the ACF-204 and ACF-4125 reports.
TANF Programs Field Representative
Oklahoma Human Services
Oklahoma City , OK
07.2008 - 07.2008
- Established and managed the Oklahoma TANF Subsidized Employment Program, Youth mentoring contracts, and other TANF initiatives.
- Conducted staff training and ensured compliance with state and federal reporting requirements.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify program needs and opportunities for improvement.
- Conduct contractual site monitoring visits annually.
Social Services Specialist
Oklahoma Human Services
Idabel , OK
03.1997 - 07.2008
- Facilitated workforce development activities, including job readiness workshops and mentoring programs.
- Maintained partnerships with local employers and community organizations to support participant success.
- Conducted assessments of clients' needs and developed individualized service plans.
- Assisted clients in locating resources for housing, medical care, employment, and other basic needs.
- Maintained client records, including documentation of service provision and progress towards TANF Work goals.
- Determined eligibility for TANF, SNAP, Childcare, Aged, Blind & Disabled, Long-Term Care and IV-E Medical.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
Durant, Oklahoma12-1996
Skills
- Effective Team Leadership
- Effective Team Leadership
- Project Management
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Presentation Creation
- Policy Development and Compliance
- Program Leadership
- Public Speaking
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
TANF Programs Administrator
Oklahoma Human Services
03.2022 - Current
TANF Programs Manager
Oklahoma Human Services
11.2014 - 03.2022
TANF Programs Field Representative
Oklahoma Human Services
07.2008 - 07.2008
Social Services Specialist
Oklahoma Human Services
03.1997 - 07.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
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