Professional Summary
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Work History
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Brittany Danford

Texas Department of Family Protective Services
HOUSTON,TX
13
years of professional experience

Dedicated social service professional and experienced manager with a strong background supporting youth and young adults in foster care. Seeking a leadership position where I can empower individuals, build community partners, and develop programs that equip clients with the skills needed for successful independent living while advancing the mission of the organization.

Work History

PAL Specialist

4 Years 1 Month
Texas Department of Family Protective Services | 07.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated case management processes to ensure timely service delivery for youth ages 14-21 in need.
  • Collaborated with community organizations to enhance resource availability for youth support services.
  • Develop the Region's annual plan and budget for Regional PAL events.
  • Planning, Coordinating, transporting and supervising statewide and regional conferences and events.
  • Documenting services provided to youth and young adults receiving PAL services and providing follow up reports after youth have left foster care.
  • Providing education and training to CPS caseworker, service providers and caregivers regarding community resources for young adults transitioning out of foster care.

State Office Youth Specialist/ TJJD Laison

2 Years 11 Months
Texas Department of Family Protective Services | 09.2019 - 08.2022
  • Prepared and delivers training materials for regional and statewide events.
  • Perform administrative task and research to support older youth and transitional living services.
  • Entry Liaison between TJJD and DFPS for youth who are involved in the Juvenile Justice System.
  • Host, plan and budget for Statewide youth leadership and community meetings.
  • support, guide and mentor Regional youth specialist.
  • Prepare, run and distribute credit reports for young adults in foster care.
  • Delivered youth transitional assistance in areas of education, life skills and career development.
  • Participate in workgroups to effectively advocate for positive changes that directly affect foster youth in texas.

Youth Specialist

2 Years 3 Months
Texas Department of Family Protective Services | 05.2017 - 08.2019
  • Functioned as a liaison between CPS staff and youth/young adults from foster care, enhancing communication and support.
  • Plan, coordinate, host regional youth leadership and council meetings.
  • Trained and mentored new staff on best practices in youth care and case management.
  • Advocated for youth rights and needs within the community to foster supportive environments.
  • Developed individualized plans for at-risk youth, resulting in increased self-esteem and improved behavior patterns.

Key Holder

3 Years 3 Months
Bath and Body Works, Limited Brands | 02.2014 - 05.2017
  • Managed store operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
  • Oversaw inventory management, including stock replenishment and organization of merchandise displays.
  • Coordinated cash handling procedures, maintaining accuracy in transactions and financial reporting.
  • Trained and mentored new associates on product knowledge and customer service standards.

Education

No Degree - Humanity And Social Science

University of Houston Downtown | Houston, TX | 08-2027

Currently pursuing Bachelors in Humanity and Social Science.

- 77 Credit Hours

High School Diploma

High School For Law And Justice | Houston, TX | 05-2013
  • Honor Roll 2012-2013

Skills

Resource allocation
Crisis management
Staff training
Case management
Project coordination
Multitasking
Youth advocacy

Timeline

PAL Specialist

Texas Department of Family Protective Services
07.2022 - CurrentRead More

State Office Youth Specialist/ TJJD Laison

Texas Department of Family Protective Services
09.2019 - 08.2022Read More

Youth Specialist

Texas Department of Family Protective Services
05.2017 - 08.2019Read More

Key Holder

Bath and Body Works, Limited Brands
02.2014 - 05.2017Read More

University of Houston Downtown

No Degree from Humanity And Social Science
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High School For Law And Justice

High School Diploma
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Brittany Danford