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Shirley Denise Wright

Shipman,VA

Summary

Well-qualified individual with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges. Goal-oriented Human Resources Specialist with over 20 years of experience in training protocol development and policy implementation. Strong financial acumen with demonstrated success in budget development and adherence. Accomplished in analyzing company needs and developing long-term solutions to meet personnel objectives. Dedicated professional eager to create and implement successful strategies to improve organizational efficiency. Strong communication and interpersonal skills and committed to pursuing best practices related to employee development and retention. Personable with solid background in talent acquisition, employee relations and performance management. Strong analytical skills and committed to implementing HR policies and procedures. Compassionate Family Services Specialist known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in case management, crisis intervention, and child welfare. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to support families in navigating complex systems and achieving positive outcomes.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Services Specialist/Foster Care Case Manager

Department of Social Services
Lovingston, VA
08.2023 - Current
  • Conducted home visits to assess family needs, provided guidance and support, and developed service plans for each family.
  • Developed relationships with schools to ensure that children had access to necessary educational supports.
  • Assisted families in developing parenting skills, problem solving strategies, communication techniques, and conflict resolution methods.
  • Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions to address issues such as substance abuse, domestic violence, mental health disorders, poverty, homelessness, child abuse and neglect.
  • Maintained detailed records of all client interactions including assessments, progress notes, treatment plans and discharge summaries.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed including emergency shelter placement or referrals to appropriate agencies.
  • Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients attending medical appointments or court hearings.
  • Completed intake assessments on families to determine service needs.
  • Maintained effective working relationships with law enforcement, court officials and medical professionals to give families comprehensive and effective support.

Insurance Agent

Alliance Brokers & Consultants
Virginia
12.2022 - Current

Producer for Insurance Products such as Life, Health, and Annuities, Property and Casualty. Mortgage and Final Expenses.

Postal Clerk

United States Post Office
Piney River, VA
09.2021 - 01.2023
  • Provided service and sales to walk-in customers.
  • Weighed letters and packages and calculated costs based on classification, weight, and destination.
  • Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy.
  • Monitored inventory of postage stamps and made orders to replenish.

Insurance Agent

Kemper Life Insurance
Lynchburg, VA
12.2017 - 01.2023
  • Prepared and reviewed insurance applications to verify compliance with regulations.
  • Negotiated with insurance underwriters to obtain better coverage and improved rates for clients.
  • Conducted annual reviews of existing policies to update information.

Site Coordinator

YMCA Daycare
Lynchburg, VA
09.2016 - 05.2020
  • Organized and allocated resources required to meet needs of 10 to 15 students
  • Scheduled educational activities, faculty lectures and departmental events to drive mission and values of institution.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Volunteered at local community organizations, providing assistance with day-to-day operations.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Office Manager/Billing Clerk

Lovingston Physical Therapy
Lovingston, VA
11.2015 - 03.2017
  • Reported to senior management on organizational performance and progress toward goals.
  • Controlled finances to lower costs and keep business operating within budget.
  • Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
  • Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
  • Managed invoicing and payment processing operations.
  • Verified accuracy of accounts payable payments, resulting in [Number]% reduction in payment errors and check reissues.
  • Completed and processed purchase orders and customer invoices each quarter.
  • Processed vendor and supplier payments on weekly basis.
  • Maintained accurate records of customer payments.

Staff Accountant/Bookkeeper

Nelson Cable
Lovingston, VA
09.2013 - 12.2015
  • Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
  • Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
  • Collected and arranged financial information and entered details into [software] financial management system.
  • Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
  • Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.

Pre-K Substitute Teacher

Lyn-CAG Head Start
Lynchburg, VA
09.2012 - 05.2014
  • Incorporated technology into learning to enhance student engagement and learning.
  • Developed lesson plans to align with grade-level standards and objectives.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers and pencils to students.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.

Correctional Officer

Blue Ridge Regional Jail Authority
Madison Heights, VA
06.2013 - 09.2013
  • Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
  • Identified needed updates to correctional plans and assigned inmates to appropriate housing.
  • Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.

Force Support Senior Master Sergeant

United States Air Force
San Antonio, TX
06.1990 - 07.2011

My tenure in the USAF started under the career field of Services Specialist, where I moved up in rank support the airmen's need for quality of life functions which include but are not limited to the following:

- Food Service

- Lodging

- Fitness and Recreation

- Readiness and Mortuary

- Training and Development

Supervisor of 20+ providing guidance and leadership coupled with performance reports, annual reviews, and human resources functions.

Additionally, I performed in duties such as First Sergeant - where I over saw squadron size of 600+ Airmen and Civilians

Course Development Writer- designed course structure for specialty career course


Education

Master of Science - Project Management

Strayer University
ONLINE
12-2025

MBA - Education Curriculum, Instruction, And Assessment

Strayer University
Washington, DC/Online
09.2018

Master of Science - Human Resources Management

Strayer University
Washington, DC
09.2015

Master of Science - Master of Health Service Administration

Strayer University
Online
12.2013

MBA - Business Administration

Strayer University
Washington, DC
09.2012

Skills

  • Compensation and Benefits
  • File and Records Management
  • Human Resources Operations
  • Policy Adjustment Knowledge
  • Case recordkeeping
  • Report Preparation
  • Client Interviewing
  • Program enrollment
  • Personnel Information Systems
  • Managing Employee Relations
  • Performance Review Management
  • Performance Appraisal
  • Annual Performance Reviews
  • Behavioral assessment
  • Child Development
  • Service planning
  • Confidentiality Practices
  • Family planning counselor
  • Law Enforcement Collaboration
  • Community Resources

Affiliations

  • Veterans Affairs
  • United States Postal Union
  • Virginia Insurance Commission
  • Public Schools
  • YMCA
  • Department of Social Services
  • Therapeutic Fostering Agencies
  • Too many to continue

Accomplishments

  • Over 21 years of Honorable Service to the United Stated Air Force.
  • Awarded the Air Force Meritorious Service Medal for Superior Services (3 Awards)
  • Awarded the Air Force Commendation Medal (3 Awards)
  • Awarded Air Force Achievement Medal (7Awards)
  • Received Air Force Good Conduct Medal for Loyalty Service (7 Awards)
  • Excelled in rank far ahead of calculated schedules

Additional Information

  • Available for employment with proper notice to current employer
  • People oriented with over 3 decades of customer services experience
  • I am one that will lead by example and diligently work to get tasks complete
  • Multi-tasker and proficient with computer operations; which includes but not limited to Microsoft office Products and Outlook
  • Communicator and proficient writing skills

Timeline

Family Services Specialist/Foster Care Case Manager

Department of Social Services
08.2023 - Current

Insurance Agent

Alliance Brokers & Consultants
12.2022 - Current

Postal Clerk

United States Post Office
09.2021 - 01.2023

Insurance Agent

Kemper Life Insurance
12.2017 - 01.2023

Site Coordinator

YMCA Daycare
09.2016 - 05.2020

Office Manager/Billing Clerk

Lovingston Physical Therapy
11.2015 - 03.2017

Staff Accountant/Bookkeeper

Nelson Cable
09.2013 - 12.2015

Correctional Officer

Blue Ridge Regional Jail Authority
06.2013 - 09.2013

Pre-K Substitute Teacher

Lyn-CAG Head Start
09.2012 - 05.2014

Force Support Senior Master Sergeant

United States Air Force
06.1990 - 07.2011

Master of Science - Project Management

Strayer University

MBA - Education Curriculum, Instruction, And Assessment

Strayer University

Master of Science - Human Resources Management

Strayer University

Master of Science - Master of Health Service Administration

Strayer University

MBA - Business Administration

Strayer University
Shirley Denise Wright