Stacey Frederick
Fort Smith,AR
Summary
Dynamic Early Childhood Development Specialist with a proven track record at UAMS Kids First, excelling in project coordination and training facilitation. Adept at monitoring and evaluation, I foster team collaboration and drive performance improvements, enhancing operational efficiency and achieving organizational goals. Committed to professional growth and relationship building within diverse teams.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Development Specialist
UAMS Kids First
04.2017 - Current
- Assisted in project coordination, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Supported development initiatives through research and analysis of industry trends.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline project workflows and improve efficiency.
- Maintained documentation and records for ongoing projects to enhance transparency.
- Helped organize training sessions that improved team knowledge on development processes.
- Identified training needs and developed content while evaluating existing programs.
Child Welfare Specialist II
Oklahoma Department of Human Services
09.2014 - 04.2017
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine family needs and eligibility for services.
- Coordinated interventions and resources to support child safety and well-being.
- Developed individualized service plans in collaboration with families and community stakeholders.
- Monitored ongoing cases to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and policy guidelines.
- Advocated for children's rights within legal frameworks and foster care systems.
- Managed complex caseloads effectively while adhering to strict timelines as mandated by federal regulations or state policies.
- Advocated for the best interests of children during court proceedings, presenting clear recommendations based on thorough evaluations.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge and skills by attending trainings, conferences, and workshops related to child welfare best practices.
- Coordinated closely with schools, medical providers, therapists, and other relevant professionals to ensure comprehensive support for children in care.
- Contributed to improved inter-agency collaboration by participating in joint meetings, trainings, and initiatives focused on enhancing child welfare practice.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions, service referrals, case plan progressions in adherence to agency standards for quality assurance purposes.
- Ensured child safety through regular home visits, careful documentation, and ongoing communication with involved parties.
- Increased access to resources for struggling families by connecting them with relevant community organizations and programs.
- Reduced risk factors for child abuse and neglect by providing timely interventions and supportive services to at-risk families.
- Strengthened client engagement by utilizing trauma-informed practices when engaging with children and families experiencing adversity.
- Enhanced family reunification rates through diligent monitoring and support of parent-child visitations.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and rapport to better support their needs throughout the case process.
- Mentored new Child Welfare Specialists through sharing knowledge and experience gained from years of practice, fostering a supportive team environment.
- Improved child welfare outcomes by conducting thorough assessments and developing tailored case plans.
- Assisted in the placement of children into safe, nurturing foster homes by conducting comprehensive home studies.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
- Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
- Facilitated family meetings to ensure communication and collaboration between family members.
- Conducted outreach to families and other community partners to identify ways to address social, emotional and behavioral needs.
Director
The Carpenter Shop Preschool
04.2004 - 09.2014
- Led cross-functional teams to align operational strategies with organizational goals.
- Developed and implemented performance metrics to drive efficiency across departments.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by mentoring staff on best practices.
- Spearheaded strategic initiatives resulting in enhanced process optimization and cost savings.
- Oversaw budget management, ensuring resource allocation aligned with strategic priorities.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Education
Master of Science - Higher Education And Leadership
Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK05-2017
Bachelor of Science - Human And Family Science, Human Development
Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK05-2011
Skills
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Adaptive learning
- Data collection
- Training facilitation
- Organizational development
- Fundraising strategies
- Goals and performance
- Staff management
- Budget development
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Decision-making
- Relationship building
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Leadership development
- Coaching and development
- Professionalism
- Goal setting
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 23 staff members.
- Documented and resolved foster care blown placement which led to children being placed in more suitable home.
- Collaborated with team of 16 in the development of curriculum development.
Timeline
Early Childhood Development Specialist
UAMS Kids First
04.2017 - Current
Child Welfare Specialist II
Oklahoma Department of Human Services
09.2014 - 04.2017
Director
The Carpenter Shop Preschool
04.2004 - 09.2014
Master of Science - Higher Education And Leadership
Northeastern State University
Bachelor of Science - Human And Family Science, Human Development
Northeastern State University
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