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Savannah Tharp

@savannahtharp

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I build senior-care teams through recruiting, training, and compliance-focused staff development.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm seeking a leadership or management role in humanitarian or community service work where I can apply advocacy, community outreach, customer service, recruiting, training, and organizational management skills.

At Senior Helpers of Blue Ridge, I lead full-cycle recruiting, onboarding, and staff development for senior care teams. I build candidate pipelines through sourcing, networking, and outreach while aligning hiring with operational needs.

I developed onboarding and training programs covering compliance, senior care standards, employee safety, CPR, HIPAA, and state-mandated qualifications. I also improved recruiting and training processes, contributing to a 20% reduction in time-to-hire.

My background includes direct support, case management, cognitive skills training, corrections, and activities programming. I’ve supported people with cognitive impairments, chronic illnesses, disabilities, and geriatric care needs.

I hold a B.S. in Leadership and Organizational Management and an A.A.S. in Human Services. As a U.S. Army combat medic veteran and forever student, I’m pursuing humanitarian and community service work where advocacy, outreach, and leadership make a difference.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Recruiting and Staff Development Manager

Current

Senior Helpers of Blue Ridge

Dec 2024 - Present (1 year 10 months)

Spearheaded full recruitment lifecycle, developed strategic recruitment plans, and designed comprehensive onboarding and training programs. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align staffing strategies and ensure compliance with industry regulations.

Corrections Officer

Augusta Correctional Center

Aug 2020 - Apr 2022 (1 year 8 months)

Enforced rules and maintained security within the facility, supervised inmate activities, inspected facilities for contraband and security breaches, and reported on inmate conduct. Assisted in rehabilitation and counseling of offenders.

Surveillance Law Enforcement Report Writing Conflict Management Security Patient Observation Documentation

Cognitive Skills Trainer

LearningRx

Jun 2019 - Dec 2020 (1 year 6 months)

Worked one-on-one with clients using specialized brain games to target cognitive areas such as memory, visualization, and reading and writing skills.

Cognitive Skills Training Brain Training Games Memory Enhancement Visualization Reading Skills Writing Skills

Direct Support Professional Instructor

Pleasant View Direct Support Professionals

Sep 2019 - Aug 2020 (11 months)

Managed program coordination duties, casework, and assisted in development of client care plans. Participated in client hearings and quarterlies.

Case Management Program Management Care Planning Behavioral Assessments Documentation

Activities Assistant

Bellaire at Stoneport

Oct 2018 - Jun 2019 (8 months)

Executed and assisted in planning and implementing activities for residents, organized a resident committee, and ensured health and safety during activities. Completed activity assessments and collaborated on monthly calendar development.

Event Planning Activity Coordination Resident Engagement safety management Assessments Collaboration

Direct Support Professional

Wall Residences

Feb 2018 - Oct 2018 (8 months)

Provided in-home care including home skills, feedings, companionship, medication aid, bathing, and personal care for individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

Home Care Medication administration Personal Care Disability Support Companionship Health and Safety