Robbie Madine Clements
Carnegie, Oklahoma
Dedication
RESULTS-DRIVEN LEADER WITH MORE THAN TWO DECADES OF SERVICE TO FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES. BRINGS A PROVEN RECORD OF ADVOCACY, COLLABORATION, AND INTEGRITY TO EVERY ROLE AND A VISION FOR TRIBAL GOVERNANCE THAT PUTS PEOPLE, CULTURE, AND FUTURE GENERATIONS FIRST.
Experience
Oklahoma Department of Human Services, June 2005-November 2025
Grady County, Chickasha Oklahoma 2005-2006
Comanche County, Lawton Oklahoma 2005-2006
Caddo County, Anadarko Oklahoma 2006-2007
Cleveland County, Moore/Norman Oklahoma 2007-2025
• Dedicated 20 years to child welfare services in Oklahoma, advancing from Child Welfare Specialist to Lead Specialist and Supervisor through consistent high performance and leadership.
• Conducted comprehensive child abuse and neglect investigations, ensuring child safety while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Managed complex caseloads involving high-risk families, coordinating services to support child safety, permanency, and well-being.
• Built strong partnerships with courts, law enforcement, tribal agencies, and community organizations to support effective case outcomes.
• Promoted to Lead Specialist, mentoring and coaching new staff on case management, documentation standards, and best practices in family engagement.
• Provided guidance on difficult cases, helping staff navigate crisis situations, safety planning, and permanency decisions.
• Advanced to Supervisor role, overseeing a team of child welfare specialists and support staff to ensure quality service delivery and accountability.
• Directed daily operations, including workload distribution, case reviews, and performance evaluations to maintain compliance and efficiency.
• Strengthened team performance through training, professional development, and supportive leadership focused on staff retention and growth.
• Ensured adherence to Oklahoma child welfare policies, federal guidelines, and court requirements in all case activities.
• Led multidisciplinary team meetings and collaborated with stakeholders to develop and implement effective service plans for families.
• Improved case outcomes by emphasizing timely permanency, family reunification when appropriate, and child-centered decision-making.
• Handled sensitive situations with professionalism, cultural awareness, and a trauma-informed approach.
• Maintained accurate and thorough documentation for court proceedings, audits, and internal reviews.
• Demonstrated a long-standing commitment to protecting children, strengthening families, and serving communities with integrity and compassion.
Education
Southwestern Oklahoma State University, Bachelor of Social Work 2005
Major: Social Work Minor: Child Psychology
Carnegie High School, Carnegie Oklahoma 1996
Pursuing master’s in leadership and management, Spring 2027
Skills & Abilities
Core Child Welfare Skills
• Child abuse & neglect investigation
• Safety assessment & risk management
• Case management & documentation
• Foster care placement & licensing
• Family reunification planning
• Adoption & permanency planning
• Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) compliance
• Court testimony & legal documentation
Supervision & Leadership
• Staff supervision, coaching & mentoring
• Caseload management & oversight
• Performance evaluation & professional development
• Crisis intervention & de-escalation
• Multi-disciplinary team collaboration
• Interagency coordination & partnership building
Policy & Advocacy
• Policy review & implementation
• Regulatory compliance & reporting
• Legislative advocacy for child & family welfare
• Program development & evaluation
• Resource development
• Federal & state compliance monitoring
Community and Cultural Understanding
• Trauma-informed care practices
• Culturally responsive service delivery
• Indigenous and community engagement
• Family-centered practice
• Community outreach & education
• Tribal-state relations & collaboration
Administrative & Technical
• Case management software & database systems
• Report writing & data analysis
• Training development & facilitation
• Microsoft Office Suite
Publications
Two Vessels One Soul Reclaiming the Power Magic and Hope Encoded in the Dual Bloodline— Self-Published Author. A reflective and empowering work that explores identity, heritage, and spiritual resilience. Drawing from lived experience, Clements weaves together themes of dual ancestry, cultural reconnection, and personal transformation. The book speaks to those navigating complex identities, offering a message of healing, strength, and the rediscovery of inner power rooted in both tradition and self-awareness.
VOLUNTEER WORK
Parenting Pathways with the Kiowa Tribe Prevention Program