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Debra Ross, Project Coordinator, has been in the field of Social Work for more than 20 years. She graduated from Fordham University with a Masters Degree in Social Work. This launched her career in crisis intervention for victims of abuse. She worked in both State and Local government to prevent and protect children from abuse. This fostered her passion to pursue a position as a project manager for non-profit organization to prevent substance abuse and teen pregnancy for youth ages 12 - 17. During her years of service there she developed and executed several curriculums such as: strategies for effective parenting skills, stress management and time management and building children's self-esteem. These trainings targeted both parents and staff. Debra's work continued in the private sector when she helped form and develop a for-profit organization called Magallo Information Group. Magallo's mission was to provide technical support to individuals and organizations in best practices for early childhood support and education. She developed a National training curriculum which was used by 27 consultants throughout the five boroughs in New York. Her creative approach and innovative strategies brought her both state and local recognition as a spokes person for creative curriculum use for parents, teachers and child care providers. Debra Ross decided to relocate to Georgia approximately 9 years ago and return to county government working with prospective foster parents. She has supported, trained and developed numerous workshops to help support the continuing training needs for foster parents as well as addressing other concerns of foster and adoptive parents. Her skills in both direct customer support and management have brought her to the Georgia Center for Resources and Support for Adoptive and Foster Parents. Debra is excited about the energy and the opportunity to work with the GACRS. email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Beverly Miles, Administrative Assistant, is responsible for telephone intake, library management and, referrals to Regional Resource Advisors throughout the state. She has earned a BA degree in Human Resources and a Masters of Science in Administration. She comes to the Center with many years of education and experience as an office administrator, and brings a commitment to outstanding customer service for the clients she serves. email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Brenda R. Kemp, LPC, NCC, MSCC, Project Coordinator is a graduate of Florida State University having obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminology. She attended Mercer University where she obtained a Master of Science Degree in Community Counseling. She is currently pursuing a doctorate of Philosophy in Counselor Education and Supervision at Mercer University.
Brenda Kemp is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor in the State of Georgia. As a Licensed Professional Counselor Brenda has experience providing individual, group and family counseling to children, adolescents, teenagers, and adults diagnosed with a mental illness in community based programs, Mental Health Centers, Family Resource Centers, Substance Abuse Treatment Hospital Stabilization units, Domestic Violence and Parents Assistance Center, as well as, a Hospital Cancer Wellness Center. Brenda Kemp continues to pursue her passion of helping others through her work with a local hospital Cancer Wellness Center, offering individual, family, and group counseling to cancer survivors and their families and with a shelter for victims of domestic violence. She has experience in the Foster Care and Adoption field where she managed a statewide contract to provide child life histories for children legally eligible for adoption in the State of Georgia. While in this role Brenda developed a training curriculum related to the State of Georgia Adoption and Foster Care Policy and Procedures for new and seasoned State adoption workers. Brenda is excited about the wonderful services provided to pre and post adoptive families through the Georgia Center for Resources and Support and is excited about being an intrinsic part of the Center. Resource Advisors
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