Shelby Pettit
Hendersonville
Summary
Compassionate Foster Care Social Worker known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in case management, crisis intervention, and family support coordination. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to positively impact lives of children and families in foster care system.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Foster Care Social Worker III
Henderson County Department Of Social Services
Hendersonville
10.2014 - 02.2026
- Developed comprehensive care plans for foster children, ensuring tailored support to meet individual needs and wellbeing.
- Conducted in-depth assessments and home studies to evaluate foster placements, enhancing placement stability and child safety.
- Coordinated with multi-disciplinary teams to implement interventions, resulting in improved outcomes for children in care.
Investigator-Social Worker III
Rutherford County Department Of Social Services
Spindale
10.2012 - 10.2014
- Conducted thorough investigations into child welfare cases, ensuring compliance with state regulations and safeguarding vulnerable populations.
- Developed and implemented individualized service plans, collaborating with families and community resources to enhance client outcomes.
- Facilitated multidisciplinary team meetings, fostering collaboration among social workers, law enforcement, and healthcare providers to address complex cases.
Administrative Assistant/Materials Management Coordinator
Pardee Hospital
Hendersonville
11.2005 - 10.2012
- Streamlined materials management processes by coordinating inventory levels, ensuring timely availability of supplies for healthcare operations.
- Facilitated the onboarding and training of new administrative staff, enhancing team efficiency and operational workflow within the department.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Mars Hill University
Mars Hill , NC 08.2006 - 12.2011
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Asheville-Buncombe Community Technical College
Asheville, NC 08.1993 - 08.1995
Skills
- Care plan development
- Child welfare assessment
- Risk assessment
- Placement stability
Timeline
Foster Care Social Worker III
Henderson County Department Of Social Services
10.2014 - 02.2026
Investigator-Social Worker III
Rutherford County Department Of Social Services
10.2012 - 10.2014
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Mars Hill University
08.2006 - 12.2011
Administrative Assistant/Materials Management Coordinator
Pardee Hospital
11.2005 - 10.2012
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Asheville-Buncombe Community Technical College
08.1993 - 08.1995