Melanie has been with DSHS since 1997. Her work experience includes serving in various financial and management positions in both the King North and Belltown CSOs. In 2007, Melanie joined the Region 2 HQ team to focus on providing support to all things related to WorkFirst. Melanie's current roles as the Coordinator includes supervising the R2 HQ WorkFirst team. Her team provides support, training and guidance to the seventeen CSOs in Region 2 and multiple partners, manages WorkFirst contracts and budget, and focuses on quality and performance. Melanie is also connected and serves on a number of statewide workgroups focusing on continuous improvement in programs, policies, procedures and supporting Transforming Case Management efforts.