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Anna Terramin

McMinnville

Summary

Early childhood development professional with hands-on experience in nurturing and supporting families. Skilled in creating individualized home-based programs that foster child growth and parental involvement. Strong collaborator known for adaptability and achieving tangible outcomes. Expertise includes developmental assessments, family engagement, and resource coordination.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

MEICHV Early Head Start Home Visitor

Head Start of Yamhill County
01.2022 - Current
  • Implemented comprehensive developmental screenings using standardized assessment tools to identify potential delays or concerns early on.
  • Strengthened children''s social-emotional development with intentional teaching strategies and age-appropriate activities.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations governing Early Head Start programs during all aspects of service delivery.
  • Developed trusting relationships with families by maintaining open communication channels and demonstrating empathy during challenging situations.
  • Supported families in achieving self-sufficiency by connecting them with community resources and services.
  • Managed caseload effectively to ensure timely completion of required tasks while maintaining high-quality service provision for each family served.
  • Encouraged parental involvement in program planning and decision-making processes, fostering a sense of ownership within the Early Head Start community.
  • Improved parent-child relationships through modeling positive interactions and promoting attachment.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all home visits, assessments, referrals, and follow-up actions in accordance with program guidelines.
  • Recruited families and built positive relationships with parents in order to support parenting roles.
  • Helped to educate parents and assisted with educational planning and decision making for children.
  • Coordinated resources and program referrals to support family needs.
  • Made recommendations and referrals to aid clients in locating proper therapeutic services.
  • Engaged families and clients in skill-building activities to enhance family dynamics and client's quality of life.
  • Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.

Social Service Specialist I

State of Oregon Child Welfare
06.2020 - 01.2022
  • Developed and implemented individualized service plans for at-risk children and families.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to determine child safety and family needs.
  • Coordinated with community resources to provide essential support services and interventions.
  • Monitored case progress through regular home visits and follow-up meetings.
  • Facilitated communication between families, schools, and legal entities to ensure holistic care.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting reporting deadlines.
  • Improved child safety by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective intervention plans.
  • Streamlined referral processes to expedite access to essential services for families experiencing crisis situations.
  • Developed culturally responsive case plans that respected diverse backgrounds, values, beliefs, and customs of clients served.
  • Promoted healthy family functioning through the provision of supportive counseling, crisis intervention, and parenting education.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain knowledge on current child welfare policies, procedures, trends.
  • Contributed to positive outcomes for children by advocating for their best interests in court proceedings and meetings with service providers.
  • Managed high caseloads efficiently while prioritizing time-sensitive tasks to ensure the well-being of all clients served.
  • Enhanced family stability by conducting thorough assessments and providing appropriate resources and support.

MEICHV Early Head Start Home Visitor

Head Start of Yamhill County
10.2014 - 06.2020
  • Conducted home visits to assess family needs and develop tailored educational plans.
  • Facilitated parent workshops to enhance child development knowledge and community engagement.
  • Collaborated with service providers to connect families with resources and support services.
  • Monitored child progress through regular assessments, ensuring developmental milestones were met.
  • Developed and implemented individualized strategies to promote early learning in home environments.
  • Advocated for families within the community, strengthening partnerships with local organizations and stakeholders.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure well-rounded support for each family''s unique needs.
  • Advanced parents'' understanding of child development milestones through ongoing assessments and progress updates.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in early childhood education and family support services.
  • Partnered closely with parents to develop individualized Family Partnership Agreements outlining goals related to child development, parental growth and selfsufficiency.
  • Promoted healthy prenatal outcomes by providing expectant mothers with education on prenatal care, nutrition, and infant development.
  • Provided families with information on appropriate nutrition, health and safety practices to enhance overall well-being and prevent potential health issues.
  • Enhanced family engagement by conducting regular home visits and providing personalized support for child development.
  • Facilitated connections among families in the program by organizing group socializations, fostering a sense of community and shared support.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR
06-2013

Skills

  • Early intervention strategies
  • Professional boundaries
  • Confidentiality adherence
  • Health promotion
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Family engagement
  • Child development
  • Individualized planning
  • Goal setting assistance
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Parenting education
  • Infant mental health

Timeline

MEICHV Early Head Start Home Visitor

Head Start of Yamhill County
01.2022 - Current

Social Service Specialist I

State of Oregon Child Welfare
06.2020 - 01.2022

MEICHV Early Head Start Home Visitor

Head Start of Yamhill County
10.2014 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Western Oregon University

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