An organized, dedicated and diplomatic Human Resources professional, with a proven ability to improve working environments and work experience that cut across recruitment, talent management and acquisition, training, learning and development, and staff engagement.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Coordinator
DDCN
Omaha, NE
07.2024 - Current
Residential Coordinator for a group home. Responsible for the overall operation of the facility, ensuring high-quality care for residents, managing staff, and maintaining compliance with all regulatory standards. Balances administrative duties, with training new staff for residential homes. Conduct payroll, benefits, meetings, etc
Coordinated residential services to enhance community engagement and support for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Developed and implemented individualized support plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
Facilitated training sessions for staff on best practices in client care and regulatory compliance.
Led crisis intervention initiatives, effectively resolving conflicts and ensuring safety within residential settings.
Child and Family Support Specialist
State Of Nebraska - Department Of Health And Human Services
Omaha, NE
06.2022 - 06.2023
Assesses, supports, and advocated for children and families facing abuse, neglect, or instability, managing cases involving foster care, protective services, and resource coordination to ensure child safety and family well-being through direct intervention, service planning, crisis support, and collaboration with community partners, while maintaining detailed records and adhering to legal/agency protocols.
Facilitated communication between families and service providers to enhance support services.
Developed individualized care plans based on family assessments and needs analysis.
Coordinated resources and referrals to ensure families access essential services effectively.
Managed small in-home childcare, operations, focusing on staff leadership, curriculum development, parent/community relations, and financial administrations, while ensuring compliance with licensing and safety standards for children and staff. Leadership and staff management, program development, operations and compliance procedures.
Trained and mentored new staff in best practices for family engagement strategies.
Implemented feedback mechanisms to continuously improve family support programs and services.
Conducted workshops on parenting skills, enhancing family dynamics and relationships.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for diverse family structures.
Assisted families in navigating complex social service systems to access needed supports and benefits.
Human Resources Coordinator
Primary Home Health Care LLC
01.2013 - 01.2016
Coordinated recruitment processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance standards.
Streamlined onboarding procedures, enhancing new hire experience and reducing time to productivity.
Developed training materials for employee development programs, fostering skills advancement and retention.
Managed employee records using HRIS systems, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality of sensitive information.
Facilitated performance appraisal processes, providing guidance to managers on best practices for evaluations.
Implemented employee engagement initiatives, promoting a positive workplace culture and enhancing morale.
Conducted exit interviews, analyzing feedback to identify trends and inform retention strategies within the organization.
Education
High School Diploma -
Burke High School
01-2000
Masters - Human Resource Management
Bellevue University
01-2027
Bachelors - Business
Bellevue University
01-2013
Associates - Business Administration
Kaplan University
01-2011
Skills
Resident relations
Health and safety
Team management
Scheduling management
Daily living assistance
Property maintenance
Safety practices
Teamwork and collaboration
Family relationship development
Timeline
Residential Coordinator
DDCN
07.2024 - Current
Child and Family Support Specialist
State Of Nebraska - Department Of Health And Human Services