Mississippi Department of Child Protective Services
Hattiesburg,MS
21
years of professional experience
Experienced administrative and business professional with more than 18 years of progressive experience providing executive administrative support, office management, healthcare administration, and business operations within state government and healthcare organizations. Skilled in coordinating executive calendars, preparing reports, maintaining confidential records, purchasing, scheduling meetings, and supporting leadership teams. Recognized for professionalism, exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality. Currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration to further strengthen leadership and business management expertise.
Work History
Administrative Support Assistant II / Resource Specialist
4 Years 9 Months
Mississippi Department of Child Protective Services | 11.2021 - Current
Provide executive-level administrative support to the Safety Assistant Deputy Commissioner.
Manage executive calendars, appointments, and scheduling.
Organize meetings and departmental events.
Maintain departmental files, records, and inventory.
Prepare monthly and quarterly reports.
Verify employee travel documentation.
Process office supply orders using the MAGIC procurement system.
Create investigation folders and maintain confidential records.
Interpret agency policies and administrative procedures.
Answer and direct incoming telephone calls and correspondence.
Behavioral Health Associate II
2 Years 6 Months
Millcreek School of Newton | 04.2019 - 10.2021
Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.
Conducted patient safety checks.
Documented patient observations and clinical information.
Assisted patients with activities of daily living.
Facilitated educational and rehabilitation groups.
Collaborated with nursing staff regarding patient care.
Completed required documentation and incident reports.
Floor Operative
6 Months
Howard Technology Solutions | 10.2018 - 04.2019
Installed wiring harnesses into medical carts.
Maintained quality standards and production goals.
Sitter
4 Years 4 Months
HMP Nursing Services | 01.2014 - 05.2018
Monitored patient behavior and activities.
Assisted patients with mobility and hygiene.
Maintained accurate documentation.
Assistant Nursing Home Administrator / Shift Supervisor
4 Years 5 Months
Ellisville State School | 12.2013 - 05.2018
Assisted with daily facility administration.
Supported staffing and scheduling operations.
Assisted with budgeting and operational planning.
Maintained health and safety standards.
Verified employee time records.
Ordered supplies and managed inventory.
Prepared reports for management.
Supervised employees and patient care activities.
Administrative Assistant II
2 Years 3 Months
Ellisville State School | 09.2011 - 12.2013
Managed executive calendars and schedules.
Coordinated meetings and conferences.
Maintained department records and filing systems.
Prepared monthly and quarterly reports.
Answered telephones and managed office correspondence.
Secretary
2 Years 5 Months
Ellisville State School | 04.2009 - 09.2011
Prepared correspondence, reports, and meeting minutes.
Organized filing systems.
Coordinated meetings and conferences.
Compiled information for management reports.
Clerk Typist Senior
2 Years
Ellisville State School | 04.2007 - 04.2009
Maintained agency files and records.
Processed administrative documentation.
Assisted visitors and answered telephone inquiries.
Direct Care Worker
1 Year 6 Months
Ellisville State School | 10.2005 - 04.2007
Assisted residents with daily living activities.
Recorded vital signs and patient observations.
Documented patient behavior.
Assisted with recreational and therapeutic activities.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
University of Arizona Global Campus | 09-2026
Currently Enrolled
4.0 GPA
Alpha Sigma Lambda Member
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Arizona Global Campus | 01-2019
Associate of Applied Science - Business & Office Technology
Jones County Junior College | 12-2005
High School Diploma
Heidelberg High School | 05-2002
Skills
Executive Administrative Support
Office Management
Business Operations
Calendar Management
Report Preparation
Records Management
Data Entry
Customer Service
Policy Interpretation
Travel Coordination
Purchasing & Procurement
Inventory Management
Leadership
Problem Solving
Critical Thinking
Time Management
Team Collaboration
Professional Communication
Microsoft Office (Word
Excel
PowerPoint)
SharePoint
Cornerstone
MACWIS
MYCIDS
MAGIC
Electronic Records Systems
Office Equipment
Timeline
Administrative Support Assistant II / Resource Specialist
Mississippi Department of Child Protective Services
11.2021 - CurrentRead More
Behavioral Health Associate II
Millcreek School of Newton
04.2019 - 10.2021Read More
Floor Operative
Howard Technology Solutions
10.2018 - 04.2019Read More
Sitter
HMP Nursing Services
01.2014 - 05.2018Read More
Assistant Nursing Home Administrator / Shift Supervisor
Ellisville State School
12.2013 - 05.2018Read More
Administrative Assistant II
Ellisville State School
09.2011 - 12.2013Read More
Secretary
Ellisville State School
04.2009 - 09.2011Read More
Clerk Typist Senior
Ellisville State School
04.2007 - 04.2009Read More
Direct Care Worker
Ellisville State School
10.2005 - 04.2007Read More
Heidelberg High School
High School Diploma
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Jones County Junior College
Associate of Applied Science from Business & Office Technology