ANITA SEFAH
Bronx,NY
Summary
Communicative Family Advocate with respect for diverse values and cultures. Determined professional with over 10 years of experience supporting families with disabled children and fostering strong partnerships. Remains calm and poised in all types of situations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Advocate
Promesa Head Start
Bronx, NY
10.2013 - Current
- Built trusting relationships with clients through active listening, empathy, and cultural sensitivity during interactions at work or home visits
- Conducted home visits to assess living conditions and provide personalized guidance on parenting challenges
- Monitored and evaluated program outcomes, utilizing data to inform future strategies and continuously improve service delivery on daily basis
- Assessed progress towards goals regularly, adjusting service plans accordingly based on family feedback and professional observations
- Maintained weekly documentation of case progress, ensuring clear communication among all involved parties
- Partnered with local schools to facilitate communication between parents and educators regarding individual student needs
College Assistant- File Clerk
Lehman College (CUNY)
Bronx, NY
08.2011 - 12.2012
- Liaison between staff and students
- Updated over 50 students files upon request on daily basis
- Helped with processing students transcripts (microfilm)
- Receptionist and organized flow of environment
- Managed multiple priorities in a timely manner
Education
B.A. - Sociology And Child Development
Lehman College
Bronx, NY05.2013
Skills
- Child Development
- Relationship Building
- Eligibility assessments
- Report Generation
- Effective Communication
- Case tracking and follow up
- Community Resources
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Family Support
- Trauma Informed Care Framework
- Case Management
References
References Available Upon Request
Languages
Twi and GA-Ghanaian Dialects
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Family Advocate
Promesa Head Start
10.2013 - Current
College Assistant- File Clerk
Lehman College (CUNY)
08.2011 - 12.2012
B.A. - Sociology And Child Development
Lehman College
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