Belinda Russell
Gobles
Summary
Family advocacy professional with a strong background in relationship building, resource coordination, and case follow-up. Brings clear written and verbal communication, records management, and client support skills to help diverse families access services and reach personal goals.
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Advocate
Tri-County Head Start
Paw Paw
01.2014 - Current
- - Facilitated family partnership process, enhancing parent involvement.
- - Provided families with essential programs and resources to support overall wellness.
- - Monitored family progress and provided follow-up support to foster personal growth.
- - Researched and identified community resources to support families pursuing self-sufficiency.
- - Streamlined client registration by facilitating initial enrollment procedures. and registration steps.
- - Engaged in ongoing professional training and workshops to enhance skills and knowledge. professional training and workshops to apply current best practices.
- - Communicated clearly with clients from diverse backgrounds using strong verbal and written skills.
Production Leader
Nobel International
South Haven
01.2004 - 06.2010
- Oversaw the manufacturing of molded parts, directing an hourly production crew to guarantee quality and efficiency.
- Resolved production challenges in accordance with plant and quality specifications to uphold operational standards.
- Educated employees on MIOSHA safety regulations, thereby reinforcing workplace safety compliance.
Store Manager
CDF
South Haven
01.1998 - 12.2004
- Initiated and led training and development programs for crew members to advance their skills and boost team performance.
- Conducted employee performance reviews, supporting development and career advancement through promotion management.
- Maintained labor and inventory costs within budget, ensuring effective resource allocation for operations.
- Scheduled work hours for all team members.
- Organized and preserved employee and inventory records, enhancing operational efficiency and management oversight.
- Ensured the upkeep of facility grounds and the building to guarantee a clean and safe environment.
Administrative Assistant
Kalamazoo County DHS
- Prepared, filed, and maintained confidential client records and program documents.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
- Answered phones and routed inquiries to appropriate DHS departments.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - Psychology
Cornerstone University
Grand RapidsAssociate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
KalamazooHigh School Diploma -
Bangor High School
BangorSkills
- Family assessment and wellness
- Parent involvement and engagement
- Program coordination and support
- Training delivery and support
- Resource management and distribution
- Budget and cost management
- Strategic planning and decision making
- Business management skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Interviewing techniques
- Program coordination
- Family advocacy
- Case management
- Effective communication
- Records management
- Relationship building
- Child development
- Data collection
- Relationships and rapport
- Family support
- Client interviewing
- Interpersonal skills
- Self motivation
Certification
MI Registry, MI Registry
Languages
English - English
Timeline
Family Advocate
Tri-County Head Start
01.2014 - Current
Production Leader
Nobel International
01.2004 - 06.2010
Store Manager
CDF
01.1998 - 12.2004
Administrative Assistant
Kalamazoo County DHS
Bachelor of Science Degree - Psychology
Cornerstone University
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
Bangor High School