Dana Northey
Opp,AL
Summary
Compassionate, self motivated, driven professional known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in child development, evaluations/assessments, family support strategies, and coordinating with community resources. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and empathy.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Early Intervention Service Coordinator
UCP of Mobile
Mobile, Alabama
06.2007 - Current
- Coordinated early intervention services for children and families in need.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions and service delivery records.
- Monitored progress of children's development using assessments and evaluations.
- Developed individualized family service plans for families with infants and toddlers.
- Collaborated with other professionals, including physicians, psychologists, therapists, teachers and social workers.
- Advised families about available resources in their local communities which may be beneficial for their child's development needs.
- Supported transition planning activities as children move out of Early Intervention.
- Established and maintained positive relationships with staff, state office, and outside agencies.
- Maintained strong relationships with families served.
Early Intervention Special Instructor
UCP of Mobile
Mobile, AL
06.2004 - Current
- Provided routines based training to families.
- Performed evaluations and assessments.
- Encouraged family participation to reach set outcomes.
- Educated families on available community resources.
- Built relationships with families through active communication and positive feedback.
Relief Worker
Opportunity House Inc
Opp, Alabama
09.2003 - 01.2004
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided emotional support to individuals facing challenging situations.
- Coordinated transportation and appointment scheduling for clients.
- Conducted house meetings and group sessions.
- Resolved crisis in appropriate manner
Child Advocate
Opportunity House, Inc.
Opp, Alabama
06.2003 - 09.2003
- Developed child intake and assessment forms.
- Assessed needs of children entering shelter.
- Provided age appropriate counseling.
- Arranged school enrollment/ transfer for children entering facility.
- Prepared data to be used in grant and program development.
- Maintained positive relationships with DHR, educational systems, other agencies working with children.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
Auburn University
Auburn, AL 09.1996 - 08.2000
Skills
- Early childhood development
- Collaborative teamwork
- Community outreach
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Professional ethics
- Attention to detail
- Family support
Timeline
Early Intervention Service Coordinator
UCP of Mobile
06.2007 - Current
Early Intervention Special Instructor
UCP of Mobile
06.2004 - Current
Relief Worker
Opportunity House Inc
09.2003 - 01.2004
Child Advocate
Opportunity House, Inc.
06.2003 - 09.2003
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Studies
Auburn University
09.1996 - 08.2000