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Stacy Courson

Alexander,Ar

Summary

Texas licensed social worker with extensive experience in community service and conflict resolution. Proficient in crisis intervention and support for substance abuse, mental health, and domestic violence issues. Demonstrates strong communication skills and a high level of motivation in the social service sector.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Truancy Prevention Specialist

Leander Independent School District
08.2018 - 01.2023
  • Investigated attendance issues and enforced compulsory attendance laws.
  • Served as primary contact for administrators, parents, and students regarding attendance policies.
  • Maintained accurate physical and computerized student records.
  • Established professional relationships with district and campus staff to enhance collaboration.
  • Provided training to campus staff to ensure compliance with district-wide processes.
  • Generated weekly reports for campus administrators to monitor attendance trends.
  • Conducted conferences with stakeholders on truancy issues and alternative options.
  • Represented district in truancy court cases and submitted necessary court referrals.

District Social Worker

TEXARKANA TEXAS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2008 - 05.2018
  • Supervised referrals of students to outside agencies while providing community resources to families.
  • Assessed families qualifying for homeless services in role as McKinney Vento Liaison.
  • Documented reporting of qualified families by enrollment staff to ensure compliance.
  • Provided essential services for special education students and their parents.
  • Conducted training for staff on recognizing McKinney Vento and Foster Care students.
  • Collaborated with the Department of Family and Protective Services on student cases.
  • Implemented crisis intervention strategies and preventive support for families in need.
  • Organized medical and psychiatric examinations as required.

Child Protective Specialist

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PROTECTIVE AND REGULATORY SERVICES, Intensive Family Services
12.1994 - 12.2008
  • Reunified families impacted by abuse or neglect through targeted intervention strategies.
  • Conducted psychosocial and child behavior assessments to inform service delivery.
  • Identified measurable goals to facilitate family progress and accountability.
  • Utilized modeling, counseling, and problem-solving techniques to assist families in overcoming challenges.
  • Evaluated family situations to assess risk factors of abuse or neglect.
  • Managed case documentation and pursued legal actions to ensure child safety.
  • Coordinated with community professionals, including judges, physicians, and attorneys, to enhance support for families.
  • Facilitated communication among foster parents, families, and agency personnel for effective collaboration.

Education

Licensed Bachelor of Social Work -

Texas State Board of Social Workers Examiners

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Social Work

Midwestern State University
Wichita Falls, Texas

Skills

  • Document management
  • Communication skills
  • Leadership
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Data entry

Affiliations

Member of Homeless Coalition, 2012-Present Member of Community Resource Coordination Group, 2004-Present

Certification

Texas State Board of Social Workers, 30 hours every two years continuing education, ethics, cultural diversity, 2004-Present Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services Training Institute 1992-2003, Child Protective Services Specialist Certification, Advanced Certification University of New Mexico Dispute Resolution Center 1995, Tyler, Texas, Basic Mediation and Parent Child Mediation Certification

Personal Information

Timeline

Truancy Prevention Specialist

Leander Independent School District
08.2018 - 01.2023

District Social Worker

TEXARKANA TEXAS INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2008 - 05.2018

Child Protective Specialist

TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF PROTECTIVE AND REGULATORY SERVICES, Intensive Family Services
12.1994 - 12.2008

Licensed Bachelor of Social Work -

Texas State Board of Social Workers Examiners

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Social Work

Midwestern State University

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