Bailey Vieth
Omaha
Summary
Results-driven Assistant Program Director with experience in coordinating foster care placements and developing tailored care plans. Skilled in compliance monitoring and collaboration with community organizations to support children's needs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Program Director
CEDARS Youth Services
Omaha
02.2023 - Current
- Coordinated placement for children in foster care to find the best placement for them
- Developed individualized care plans tailored to each child's needs in foster care.
- Led regular training sessions for foster parents on best practices to enhance care quality.
- Monitored compliance with state regulations and agency policies to uphold standards.
- Established relationships with community organizations to expand resources for families.
- Conducted home visits to assess safety, health, and wellbeing of children in placements.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through assessments and feedback collection from stakeholders.
- Supervised foster care staff to ensure adherence to laws and agency policies.
- Recruited, interviewed, and hired volunteers and staff.
Foster Care Specialist
CEDARS Youth Services
Omaha
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Conducted home visits to assess the suitability of foster families.
- Collaborated with social workers to develop individualized care plans for children.
- Monitored the welfare of children in foster care through regular check-ins.
- Maintained accurate case files and documentation in compliance with regulations.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to both children and foster families.
- Advocated for children's needs within the community and agency networks.
- Developed case plans with goals and objectives that are focused on meeting the needs of the child or youth.
- Attended court hearings and provided testimony regarding placement decisions.
- Participated in team meetings with other service providers involved in cases involving children in care.
- Assisted foster parents in understanding and following state regulations for the care of children.
- Provided guidance and support to foster parents on issues related to parenting, discipline, family dynamics.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients who need assistance getting to appointments or events.
- Collaborated with other professionals including social workers, psychologists, and attorneys to coordinate services for children in care.
- Educated foster families about available community resources that can provide additional support for their needs.
- Consulted regularly with supervisors regarding complex cases requiring specialized attention or intervention.
- Maintained confidentiality through stringent handling of charts and data.
- Used job-related software to compose or prepare correspondence, case notes and technical reports
Foster Care Specialist
Saint Francis Ministries
Omaha
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Coordinated foster care placements for children in need of stable environments.
- Conducted home visits to assess the suitability of foster families.
- Collaborated with social workers to develop individualized care plans for children.
- Monitored the welfare of children in foster care through regular check-ins.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to both children and foster families.
- Maintained accurate case files and documentation in compliance with regulations.
- Advocated for children's needs within the community and agency networks.
- Participated in team meetings with other service providers involved in cases involving children in care.
- Assisted foster parents in understanding and following state regulations for the care of children.
Education
Bachelor in Sociology - Minor Human Counseling & Public Administration
Wayne State College
Wayne, NE11-2020
Skills
- Case management and assessment
- Foster parent training
- Motivational interviewing techniques
- Substance abuse awareness
- Needs assessment and evaluation
- Problem-solving strategies
- Community resource navigation
- Interviewing skills
- Experience with at-risk youth
- Task prioritization and organization
- Active listening skills
- Decision-making abilities
- Team building and collaboration
- Community referrals and support
- Child welfare services expertise
- Organizational proficiency
- Trauma-informed care practices
- Effective communication skills
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Documentation proficiency
Timeline
Assistant Program Director
CEDARS Youth Services
02.2023 - Current
Foster Care Specialist
CEDARS Youth Services
03.2022 - 02.2023
Foster Care Specialist
Saint Francis Ministries
11.2020 - 03.2022
Bachelor in Sociology - Minor Human Counseling & Public Administration
Wayne State College
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