Stacy Butler
Edmond,OK
Summary
With a robust background at Oklahoma Human Services, I have an extensive knowledge base of child welfare. My expertise over the last several years has focused on treatment foster care. I'm known for my professional demeanor and ability to lead successful teams towards achieving organizational goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Manager
Oklahoma Human Services
08.2019 - Current
- Manage a team of staff who provide support and oversight to therapeutic foster care agencies and their foster parents.
- Established strong relationships with community stakeholders, agency partners and other external service providers.
- Monitor daily activities between programs team and agency partners to ensure quality service delivery.
- Responsible for determination of eligibility of children admitted into the therapeutic foster care program.
- Proactively identified areas for improvement within the foster care program on a continuous basis.
- Managed complex caseloads, ensuring timely assessment, intervention, and documentation for optimal care outcomes.
- Participate in agency facilitated treatment team meetings to address concerns, establish goals of care, and provide support.
Programs Field Representative
Oklahoma Human Services
09.2017 - 08.2019
- Established strong relationships with agency partners and community partners.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing effective solutions.
- Assisted in training new team members, resulting in increased productivity and overall team performance.
- Participate in treatment team meetings and case reviews.
- Coordinate care and authorizations with state Medicaid provider.
Foster Care and Adoptions Supervisor
Oklahoma Human Services
05.2015 - 09.2017
- Oversaw daily operations of my team of employees, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Reviewed assessments and annual updates, written plans of compliance, etc. to determine the appropriateness of foster families.
Permanency Planning Supervisor
Oklahoma Human Services
02.2013 - 05.2015
- Led a team of staff to work with children and families to correct the conditions which caused the children to come into custody and reunify the family safely.
- Created, developed and approved individualized services plans for guardians and youth in custody to present to the court.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, driving continuous professional development.
- Attended regular court hearings and represent the department's recommendations regarding custody.
Child Welfare Specialist II
Oklahoma Human Services
11.2008 - 02.2013
- Advocated for the best interests of children during court proceedings, presenting clear recommendations based on thorough evaluations.
- Provided crisis intervention services as needed for clients experiencing urgent challenges related to child protection concerns or family dynamics issues.
- Managed complex caseloads effectively while adhering to strict timelines as mandated by federal regulations or state policies.
Child Welfare Specialist Comprehensive Worker
Oklahoma Human Services
04.2006 - 11.2008
- Performed duties as a child protective services worker, prevention services, permanency planning and foster care/adoption services for children and families.
- Advocated for the best interests of children during court proceedings, presenting clear recommendations based on thorough evaluations.
- Assisted in the placement of children into safe, nurturing foster homes by conducting comprehensive home studies.
- Coordinated closely with schools, medical providers, therapists, and other relevant professionals to ensure comprehensive support for children in care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal service delivery for children and families.
Education
No Degree - Master of Social Work
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Community Health
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK12-1995
Skills
- Customer service
- Critical thinking
- Staff training
- Training and development
- Decision-making
- Professional and courteous
Timeline
Field Manager
Oklahoma Human Services
08.2019 - Current
Programs Field Representative
Oklahoma Human Services
09.2017 - 08.2019
Foster Care and Adoptions Supervisor
Oklahoma Human Services
05.2015 - 09.2017
Permanency Planning Supervisor
Oklahoma Human Services
02.2013 - 05.2015
Child Welfare Specialist II
Oklahoma Human Services
11.2008 - 02.2013
Child Welfare Specialist Comprehensive Worker
Oklahoma Human Services
04.2006 - 11.2008
No Degree - Master of Social Work
University of Oklahoma
Bachelor of Science - Community Health
University of Central Oklahoma
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