Sara Stovall
Brighton,CO
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Over 20 years experience working with children of all ages as a medical assistant, mother and foster care provider. Passionate about helping achieve change, growth and success in youth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Associate
Cobbled Streets
Denver, CO
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted in developing and implementing program plans, policies, and procedures.
- Conducted research to identify best practices for program initiatives.
- Maintained accurate records of program activities and outcomes.
- Developed reports on the progress of program initiatives.
- Coordinated and managed special projects related to program operations.
- Collaborated with other departments to promote effective communication between teams.
- Analyzed data from surveys, focus groups, interviews. to assess the effectiveness of programs.
- Attended conferences and workshops related to the field of expertise.
- Managed databases used to track participants in programs.
- Responded promptly and professionally to inquiries regarding programs or services offered by the organization.
- Identified potential areas for improvement within existing programs or services offered by the organization.
- Actively participated in team meetings focused on improving current programming efforts.
- Assisted management with planning and logistics for program activities.
- Coordinated logistics for activities and events.
Foster Care Provider
Adams County Human Services
Northglenn, CO
05.2018 - Current
- Provided foster care services to children in need of a safe and nurturing environment.
- Created daily schedules that incorporated educational, recreational, and therapeutic activities.
- Monitored the physical and mental health of children in the foster care system.
- Facilitated meetings with social workers, teachers, therapists, and other professionals as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of progress made by each child in the foster care system.
- Organized social events for children to interact with one another outside of the home setting.
- Adhered to state policies regarding licensing requirements and regulations related to foster care services.
- Attended court hearings when necessary to advocate for the best interests of the children.
- Educated parents on how best to support their children's development both at home and school.
- Supervised visits between biological parents and their children while ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities related to foster care services.
- Worked collaboratively with other providers within the community network on behalf of children in need.
- Prepared monthly reports concerning progress and behavior of children for welfare agencies.
- Assisted in completing homework assignments and school projects to support child's education.
- Helped reunify birth families through coordinated visitation.
- Participated in ongoing training to maintain license and enhance knowledge of relevant mental health topics.
- Collaborated with state agencies and benefits coordinators to develop individualized plans for each case.
- Interfaced with local court system, attending court proceedings and working directly with attorneys.
- Maintained confidentiality through stringent handling of charts and data.
- Managed parent support groups addressing topics such as positive discipline and parenting styles.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business
University of Wyoming
Laramie, WYSkills
- Policy Analysis
- Innovation and Creativity
- Administrative Tasks
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Information Management
- Logistics Assistance
- Information Coordination
- Correspondence Management
- Operations Assistance
- Data Entry
- Child Development
- Calendar Management
- Multitasking and Organization
- Program Administration
Timeline
Program Associate
Cobbled Streets
09.2022 - Current
Foster Care Provider
Adams County Human Services
05.2018 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Business
University of Wyoming
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