Tami Henson
Ashland
Summary
Dynamic Foster Care Supervisor at Necco with a proven track record in policy compliance and relationship building. Enhanced service quality through data-driven decision-making, reducing placement disruptions significantly. Known for excellent communication and meticulous attention to detail, fostering collaboration among staff and community partners to ensure children's well-being and stability.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Foster Care Licensing Specialist
Necco
02.2025 - Current
- Contributed to the safety of foster children by conducting thorough background checks on potential caregivers.
- Cultivated a supportive network for foster families through organizing regular support group meetings.
- Reduced caseload backlog by consistently meeting deadlines for license renewals and approvals.
- Ensured compliance with state regulations by meticulously reviewing foster parent applications and documentation.
- Played a crucial role in expediting the licensing process through meticulous attention to detail during application reviews.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to identify additional supports for families in need.
- Assisted in increasing placement stability by providing ongoing support and resources to foster families.
Foster Care Supervisor
Necco
10.2023 - 02.2025
- Enhanced the quality of foster care services by implementing new policies and procedures in line with state regulations.
- Boosted efficiency within the department by implementing data-driven decision-making practices and tracking key performance indicators regularly.
- Managed caseloads effectively, balancing administrative tasks with direct service provision to meet the needs of each child under supervision successfully.
- Assisted in recruiting qualified foster parents, contributing to an increase in available homes for children in need.
- Assessed the needs of each child under supervision, developing individualized service plans that addressed their unique circumstances and promoted overall wellbeing.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to secure additional resources for children in care, such as tutoring or counseling services.
- Improved communication between agency staff, foster families, and biological families through regular meetings and updates.
- Reduced instances of placement disruption by addressing concerns proactively and offering support to caregivers as needed.
- Advocated on behalf of children''s best interests during court proceedings, ensuring their voices were heard and considered throughout the process.
- Mentored new staff members, fostering a supportive team environment that encouraged professional growth and development.
- Assisted families in developing problem-solving and coping skills by providing counseling and referring to appropriate community agencies.
- Collaborated with case managers and community partners to deliver effective treatment and case collaboration.
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
- Monitored program performance and outcomes for successful delivery of services.
Foster Care Case Manager
Necco
08.2022 - 10.2023
- Completed regular visitations to check on children, families and home environments.
- Advocated for foster children by facilitating access to community resources and services to maximize safety and well-being of child.
- Checked with newly placed children frequently to support comprehensive success and assimilation.
- Provided in-home training and support to foster parents during weekly meetings to help mitigate problems arising from child behavior.
- Created and updated systems of organization for case service plans and court reports.
- Enhanced community partnerships by building relationships with local schools, mental health providers, and other supportive services for children in foster care.
- Monitored foster home compliance with state regulations and conducted regular home visits to ensure safe environments for children placed in care.
- Expedited permanency planning processes by diligently working towards reunification or adoption when appropriate.
- Improved children''s well-being by coordinating appropriate medical, educational, and therapeutic services.
- Contributed to the development of new policies, procedures, and training materials that improved overall case management practices within the agency.
- Enhanced family stability by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized service plans.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, maintaining regular communication and offering guidance throughout their time in the foster care system.
Lead Teacher
Lawrence Co ECE, Ashland Independent Schools
09.2016 - 05.2022
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
- Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
- Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
Administrative Coordinator
Necco
03.2000 - 09.2016
- Answered phone calls and responded to inquiries from customers, vendors and other external contacts.
- Facilitated smooth day-to-day operations by anticipating needs, proactively addressing potential issues, and efficiently resolving problems as they arose.
- Maintained a well-organized filing system to ensure easy access to important records and documents.
- Managed and maintained electronic and paper-based filing systems to keep essential documents and information easily accessible and organized.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and facilitating onboarding activities for new hires.
- Greeted visitors with professionalism and enthusiasm to provide support and direct guests to appropriate department.
- Increased team productivity with effective delegation of tasks and prioritization of responsibilities.
- Supported project management efforts by tracking deadlines, maintaining documentation, and communicating progress updates to stakeholders.
- Organized successful events by overseeing logistics, managing vendors, and coordinating promotional efforts.
- Ensured compliance with company policies by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of regulations and conducting regular audits of procedures.
- Increased staff morale, planning team-building activities that fostered positive work environment.
- Increased office efficiency with development of comprehensive administrative procedures manual.
- Managed inventory of office supplies, ensuring essential items were always in stock.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Ohio University
Ironton, OH12-2015
Skills
- Policy compliance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Professionalism
Timeline
Foster Care Licensing Specialist
Necco
02.2025 - Current
Foster Care Supervisor
Necco
10.2023 - 02.2025
Foster Care Case Manager
Necco
08.2022 - 10.2023
Lead Teacher
Lawrence Co ECE, Ashland Independent Schools
09.2016 - 05.2022
Administrative Coordinator
Necco
03.2000 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Education
Ohio University
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