Tamara N. Woods
Newnan
Summary
Experienced casework professional with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in conflict resolution, client advocacy, and team leadership. Adaptable to changing needs and reliable in managing complex cases. Known for effective communication, empathy, and problem-solving abilities. Prepared to drive impactful outcomes in case management and support.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Case Work Supervisor
CommonWeath for the Common Good
Newnan GA
2025 - Current
- Supervise case management processes to ensure compliance with organizational standards.
- Mentor team members in best practices for client engagement and resource allocation.
- Collaborate with community partners to enhance service delivery and address client needs.
- Evaluate casework performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement strategies.
- Facilitate training sessions for staff on effective case documentation and reporting procedures.
- Assisted caseworkers with regular visits to homes and schools to evaluate child safety and quality of care.
CEO/LPC
The Helping Hands Solutions, Inc
Palmetto, GA
02.2018 - Current
- Court Ordered Anger Management, Domestic Violence, Parenting after divorce and SA assessment
- Individual and Group Mental Health and SA counseling
- DUI and Risk Reduction Classes
- Counselor in Training Supervision
- 404-704-6355
Certified SPED/ History/English
Coweta County Schools
Newnan, GA
08.2005 - Current
- Develop and implement lesson plans for students with high-functioning autism, speech impairment, dyslexia, and other learning disabilities. Interpret and adapt testing results to lesson plans
- Differentiate activities and goals to meet each student's individual needs and abilities
- 770-252-2800
PRN Licensed Counselor
ANCHOR HOSPITAL
01.2003 - Current
- Conducted training workshops for staff.
- Supervised direct care staff in appropriate behavioral intervention.
- Developed, initiated and provided mental health services.
- Organized and developed programs addressing the needs of children and their families
- 770-991-6044
LPC
Pathways Community Mental Health
Newnan, GA
02.1997 - 08.2005
- Responsible for supervising service programs and daily operations of the organization
- Training staff members, developing programs, soliciting funds and assisting the board of directors in budget preparation
- Overseeing the annual fund-raising events
- Making optimal utilization of the available resources
- 678-423-4610
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
LaGrange College
Lagrange, GA 05-2027
Ed.S Special Education - undefined
JACKSONVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY
Jacksonville, AL05-2011
School Counseling Certification - undefined
UNIVERSITY OF WEST GA
Carrollton, GA05-2009
MS PSYCHOLOGY - undefined
GA SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
Atlanta, GA11-1997
B.A Psychology - undefined
GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
Statesboro, GA06-1995
Skills
- Resource referrals
- Client advocacy
- Interviewing
- Counseling
- Needs assessment
- Highly effective communication
- Assessment skills
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Records management
Certification
- Licensed Professional Counselor
- Certified Master Addiction Counselor
Timeline
CEO/LPC
The Helping Hands Solutions, Inc
02.2018 - Current
Certified SPED/ History/English
Coweta County Schools
08.2005 - Current
PRN Licensed Counselor
ANCHOR HOSPITAL
01.2003 - Current
LPC
Pathways Community Mental Health
02.1997 - 08.2005
Ed.S Special Education - undefined
JACKSONVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY
School Counseling Certification - undefined
UNIVERSITY OF WEST GA
MS PSYCHOLOGY - undefined
GA SCHOOL OF PROFESSIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
B.A Psychology - undefined
GEORGIA SOUTHERN UNIVERSITY
Case Work Supervisor
CommonWeath for the Common Good
2025 - Current
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction
LaGrange College
TEACHING CERTIFICATIONS
- School Counselor
- SPED Social Cognitive P-12
- SPED General Curriculum
- History & English 9-12