Alicia Green
Burkburnett,TX
Summary
Attentive and systematic program support professional with solid background in helping parents and kids. Well-grounded and upbeat individual with excellent verbal and written communication skills and an organized nature. Looking for a dynamic, growth-oriented position.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Home Visitor
North Texas Area United Way
Wichita Falls, TX
9/5/2017 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of all interactions with clients.
- Monitored client attendance at scheduled appointments using a variety of methods including phone calls and emails.
- Maintained accurate records of all assessments, progress notes, service plans and other documents related to client services.
- Facilitated parent education classes on topics such as parenting skills, health care, nutrition, and child development.
- Collaborated with community partners to ensure access to resources for families.
- Established rapport with clients by demonstrating respect for cultural diversity.
- Assisted parents in developing positive relationships with their children through play activities.
- Planned activities designed to promote communication between parents and caregivers and their children while emphasizing positive reinforcement techniques.
- Provided resources, referrals, and follow-up services to families in need.
- Attended meetings with community partners to discuss best practices for working with clients.
- Conducted home visits to assess family needs and develop individualized goals.
- Participated in regular professional development activities such as trainings and seminars related to social work best practices.
- Processed family enrollments and developed productive relationships with parents in order to strengthen roles.
- Set up and maintained monthly educational activity calendars.
- Performed many home visits to evaluate client communication, cognition, mood, and behavior.
- Kept family and children assessments current and updated portfolios for each child on daily basis.
- Identified relevant resources for clients within local area and obtained necessary referrals.
- Interviewed clients alone and with families to determine what services would best address needs.
- Connected individuals with relevant community resources and coordinated referrals.
- Answered questions and responded to inquiries to deliver high level of service to patients.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with patients by successfully resolving issues and responding promptly to phone inquiries.
- Consulted and collaborated with other professionals to provide continuity of patient-family care.
- Worked closely with disabled or impoverished individuals to locate helpful financial resources and community programs.
- Maintained accurate records and documented client data in company databases.
- Discussed available program services with potential participants and outlined procedures to facilitate smooth engagement in program processes.
- Maintained confidential patient documentation to prevent data compromise and comply with HIPAA regulations.
Preschool Teacher
Abundant Life Child Care Center
Burkburnett, TX
10.2012 - 9.3-2017
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Incorporated music, art, games, books, blocks, puzzles into daily instruction.
- Adapted instructional methods based on individual student needs.
- Supervised outdoor playtime while ensuring safety regulations were followed.
- Organized educational materials and resources to create an engaging learning environment.
- Integrated multicultural themes into instruction plans to foster respect for diversity among students.
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills through problem solving activities.
- Developed lesson plans that incorporated creative teaching techniques.
- Assisted in organizing field trips so students could experience hands-on learning opportunities outside the classroom.
- Led story time sessions designed to promote literacy skills among young learners.
- Implemented appropriate disciplinary measures when necessary according to school policies.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for early childhood education.
- Utilized technology such as computers and tablets in the classroom setting.
- Monitored student behavior to ensure compliance with rules and expectations set forth by school administration.
- Facilitated group play activities that encouraged collaboration among students.
- Provided individual attention to each student as needed during class time.
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters.
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Incorporated music, art and theater into lesson planning.
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes.
- Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
- Administered and documented results of student assessments.
- Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
- Directed and supervised children during field trips and special activities.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
- Collaborated with colleagues on developing new classroom projects and monthly themes.
- Encouraged children to be understanding of others, show good manners and instructed in other social development behaviors.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Observed children for signs of illness, injury, emotional disturbance, learning disorders, and speech problems.
- Implemented behavior modeling and positive reinforcement into daily routines.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children to bring concerns to parents' attention.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
Burkburnett High School
Burkburnett, TX05-1994
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Vernon Junior College
Wichita Falls, TXSkills
- Boundary Setting
- Home visits
- Community Networking
- Resource advocacy
- Document Management
- Calendar preparation
- Referral Coordination
- Microsoft Access
- Resource Coordination
- Family and child assessments
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Attention to Detail
- Maintaining Client Records
- Professionalism
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Data Entry Software
- Time management abilities
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Effective Communication
- Grant Reporting
- Data Confidentiality
- Active Listening
- Client Needs Assessments
- Child development knowledge
- Cultural Sensitivity
Certification
- HHS Information Security/Cybersecurity Training for Contractors
- Texas DFPS Mandatory Reporting Community Response for Youth and Families
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Abundant Life Child Care Center
10.2012 - 9.3-2017
Home Visitor
North Texas Area United Way
9/5/2017 - Current
High School Diploma -
Burkburnett High School
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Vernon Junior College
- HHS Information Security/Cybersecurity Training for Contractors
- Texas DFPS Mandatory Reporting Community Response for Youth and Families
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