ARCELIA GARAY
Summary
Family services manager with expertise in program coordination and supervision. Proven ability to enhance service delivery through effective communication and strategic planning. Successful in fostering community relationships and meeting grant deliverables while leading a dedicated team.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Services Manager
YWCA Metropolitan Chicago
Addison , IL
07.2023 - Current
- Cultivates partnerships with local schools to enhance early childhood and youth development initiatives.
- Advocates for community needs to ensure effective service delivery.
- Supports a team of home visitors in addressing client needs.
- Tracks data and maintains accurate client documentation.
- Establishes strong relationships with partners to promote positive collaborations.
- Ensures program fidelity and completion of deliverables.
- Maintains community relationships to identify needs.
- Participates in ongoing training to enhance knowledge of relevant education and mental health topics.
- Works in partnership with mental health consultants during client crisis situations
Bilingual School Social Worker
Bensenville School District 2, Elementary School
Bensenville, IL
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Manage Individualized Education Program (IEP) Caseload
- Facilitated individual and group sessions to solve problems, set and achieve goals and improve communication skills
- Maintained confidential case documentation
- Identified appropriate community resources and provided referrals for services
- Participated in ongoing training to maintain license and enhance knowledge of relevant to education and mental health topics
- Facilitated parental workshops and classes to provide support to students and parents in achieving school and academic success.
Social Work Intern, Elementary and Middle School
Addison School District
Addison, IL
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Working directly with students one on one and in group settings
- Develop intervention strategies to increase academic success
- Conduct student assessments and Wellness check-ins
- Help students develop appropriate social interaction skills
- Teach clients appropriate conduct using behavior modification and stress management techniques
Lead Site Coordinator
Bensenville School District 2
Bensenville, IL
04.2019 - 05.2022
- Manage student clubs and parent programs with a focus on Health, SEL, Music and Art
- Coordinate wrap-around services for students
- Provide resources and guidance to Staff and Social Workers
- Supervise a team of Coordinators and Parent Leaders
- Developed and maintain partnership with DuPage Partners
- Assisted with and organized programs, events, and activities to drive outreach initiatives
- Collected Data to support District Grants and Education objectives.
Project Help - MSW Intern
YWCA Metropolitan Chicago
, IL
08.2020 - 07.2021
- Working directly with parents and families
- Weekly one on one sessions with parents to decrease risk factors
- Wellness calls with parents of school-aged students 0-17
- Education on the School System (Pre-School Focused)
Infant Toddler Specialist, Home Visit Program
Bensenville School District 2
Bensenville, IL
01.2017 - 04.2019
- Facilitated connections between families and local resources for enhanced support.
- Developed and implemented instructional plans to promote child learning and engagement.
- Conducted developmental assessments to identify children's needs and strengths.
- Completed early intervention referrals to ensure timely support services.
- Guided parents in recognizing their roles as primary educators of their children.
- Collaborated with team members in case review meetings to discuss client progress.
- Supported families in establishing effective parenting goals and communication strategies.
Education
Master of School Social Work -
Aurora University
05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology & Sociology
University of Illinois At Chicago
05.2016
Associate of Arts -
College of DuPage
05.2013
Skills
- Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Google Drive, Zoom
- Culturally sensitive
- Conduct Intake interviews
- Knowledgeable about community and county partners
Additional Information
- Professional Educator License- PEL
- Licensed Social Worker- LSW
Languages
- English (Fluent)
- Spanish (Fluent)
Timeline
Family Services Manager
YWCA Metropolitan Chicago
07.2023 - Current
Bilingual School Social Worker
Bensenville School District 2, Elementary School
05.2022 - 06.2023
Social Work Intern, Elementary and Middle School
Addison School District
08.2021 - 05.2022
Project Help - MSW Intern
YWCA Metropolitan Chicago
08.2020 - 07.2021
Lead Site Coordinator
Bensenville School District 2
04.2019 - 05.2022
Infant Toddler Specialist, Home Visit Program
Bensenville School District 2
01.2017 - 04.2019
Master of School Social Work -
Aurora University
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology & Sociology
University of Illinois At Chicago
Associate of Arts -
College of DuPage
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