April Herrera
South Lake Tahoe,CA
Summary
Dedicated foster care provider with a strong focus on individualized care plans, team collaboration, and problem-solving. Proven ability to advocate for children's needs and implement therapeutic activities that enhance emotional and social development.
Compassionate and reliable foster care provider with over 16 years of experience in child development and care. Skilled in developing individualized care plans and training new providers, ensuring each child's emotional and physical well-being through collaborative efforts.
Experienced foster care provider known for attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills. Successfully coordinated with various stakeholders to monitor progress and advocate for children's rights, aiming to create nurturing environments that foster growth and development.
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Care provider and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Foster Care Provider
Sierra Child & Family Services
12.2008 - 04.2025
- Provided nurturing environments for children in foster care, ensuring emotional and physical well-being.
- Developed individualized care plans based on each child's unique needs and circumstances.
- Coordinated with social workers, educators, and healthcare providers to support children's development.
- Monitored behavioral patterns and reported progress to stakeholders for continual improvement.
- Implemented therapeutic activities that promoted social skills, emotional regulation, and self-esteem.
- Trained new foster care providers on best practices for child safety and welfare standards.
- Advocated for children's rights within the community to ensure their access to necessary resources.
- Maintained open communication with caseworkers and support teams to ensure that the needs of each child were being met effectively.
Bookkeeper
Cornerstone Construction
01.1996 - 01.2023
- Managed accounts payable and receivable functions ensuring timely processing of invoices.
- Reconciled bank statements and financial discrepancies to maintain accurate records.
- Prepared monthly financial reports to support management decision-making.
- Led payroll processing for construction staff, ensuring compliance with labor regulations.
- Developed budgeting forecasts in collaboration with project managers to optimize resource allocation.
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
- Monitored incoming payments from clients, ensuring prompt application of funds against outstanding invoices.
- Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
- Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
- Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
- Supported year-end closing procedures by preparing adjusting journal entries as needed.
- Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
- Provided support during audits by supplying requested documentation promptly and accurately.
- Completed tax forms in compliance with legal regulations.
- Improved financial accuracy by reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies in financial records.
- Maintained compliance with tax laws, ensuring timely filing of all required documents.
Education
No Degree - Bookkeeping
Lake Tahoe Community College
South Lake Tahoe, CA05.1998
Skills
- Nutrition planning
- Self-care awareness
- Life skills teaching
- Positive reinforcement
- Activity planning
- Safety planning
- Child development
- Educational support
- Patience and tact
- Boundaries setting
- First aid and CPR
- Client advocacy
- Trauma-informed care
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Decision-making
- Mental health counseling
- Interpersonal skills
- Behavior modification
- Service planning
- Therapeutic intervention
- Individual counseling
Timeline
Foster Care Provider
Sierra Child & Family Services
12.2008 - 04.2025
Bookkeeper
Cornerstone Construction
01.1996 - 01.2023
No Degree - Bookkeeping
Lake Tahoe Community College