Professional summary Experienced Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigator and Human Resources (HR) professional with a strong background in conducting thorough investigations, risk assessments, and employee relations. Skilled in crisis intervention, case management, conflict resolution, and ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. Shilene Finney
Warner Robins, 31088 / 478-***-**** / *************@*****.*** Employment history
NOV 2024 - PRESENT
WARNER ROBINS, GA
Child Protective Services, Georgia Department Of Human Services JUL 1994 - OCT 2014
FORSYTH, GEORGIA
Human Resource Sergeant, Army National Guard
Conducted investigations into allegations of child abuse, neglect, and maltreatment by gathering evidence through interviews, observations, and collateral contacts. Assessed child safety, family functioning, and environmental risks to determine appropriate protective actions.
Developed and implemented safety plans to mitigate immediate dangers and promote child stability.
Collaborated with law enforcement, medical personnel, schools, and service providers to ensure comprehensive case assessment and intervention.
Maintained detailed, timely case documentation in accordance with agency, state, and federal guidelines.
Testified in juvenile court proceedings, providing professional recommendations regarding custody, services, and permanency planning.
Referred families to appropriate services such as parenting classes, substance abuse treatment, mental health counseling, and housing support.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to review case progress and develop child- centered case plans.
Provided crisis intervention and emergency response in high-risk situations to ensure immediate child safety.
Advocated for the best interests of children while promoting family preservation when safe and appropriate.
Consulted with hiring managers to create job requisitions, review the accuracy of job descriptions, and ensure compliance with application procedures. Analyzed job descriptions and interview questions, posted job announcements, sorted through job applications, and conducted interviews.
Clarified answers to questions by analyzing data to resolve pay inaccuracies and complex technical payroll discrepancies in the
Integrated Personnel and Pay System and the Defense Finance and Accounting Service database. Facilitated new soldier orientation, benefit and retirement briefings, and discharges for over 417 soldiers.
Participated in tracking, processing, and managing personnel actions in the Standard Installation and Division Personnel Reporting System and the Electronic Military Personnel Office.
Compiled and uploaded military and technician pay for over 417 soldiers. Prepared and processed requests for transfers, reassignments, and centralized promotions. Orchestrated line-of-duty investigations, submitted incapacitation pay, and tracked medical readiness for deployment.
Conducted meticulous electronic file audits and implemented robust data management per soldier, ensuring 100% accuracy and compliance.
Responsible for tracking awards, personnel evaluations, strength management, suspension of favorable actions, leaves, and passes.
Skills Conflict Resolution Crisis Management
Human Resource Management Benefits Management
Regulatory Compliance
Education
JUN 2009 - SEP 2012
STOCKBRIDGE, GEORGIA
Master's of Science in Human Resource Management, Keller Graduate School of Management
JAN 2005 - OCT 2009
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
Bachelor's of Science in Technical Management, Devry University Courses
NOV 2024 - PRESENT Child Protection Service Essentials NOV 2024 Child Welfare Foundamentals
AUG 2024 Register Behavior Technician
DEC 2022 Human Resources Management Certificate