Dayana Casas
Weslaco,TX
Summary
Dedicated Youth Care Worker with a track record of fostering positive growth in at-risk youth at Compass Connections. Expert in behavior management and youth supervision, I excel in creating safe and nurturing environments. Achievements include designing activities that enhanced development and implementing successful intervention strategies, significantly improving communication skills among youths.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Care Worker
Compass Connections
08.2021 - Current
- Provided guidance by facilitating open discussions with youth about feelings and experiences.
- Identified signs of distress for timely intervention and prevention of escalation in challenging situations.
- Designed engaging activities by collaborating with colleagues to meet diverse interests of youth.
- Reported observations to supervisors for informing treatment plans and improving care strategies.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for at-risk youth through consistent supervision and positive reinforcement.
- Conducted regular safety checks and maintained facility cleanliness, ensuring a secure and hygienic environment for all program participants.
- Improved communication skills among youths by encouraging group discussions and collaborative projects.
- Enhanced youth development by implementing structured activities and educational support.
- Completed clear and concise documentation of youth behavior and actions.
- Delivered crisis intervention services when necessary, addressing urgent concerns promptly while maintaining safety for all involved parties.
Youth Care Worker
Cplc
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
- Provided guidance by facilitating open discussions with youth about feelings and experiences.
- Identified signs of distress for timely intervention and prevention of escalation in challenging situations.
- Assisted youth with obtaining resources such as food, clothing and shelter.
- Evaluated needs of youth and outlined measures to address.
- Implemented behavior modification techniques to foster positive growth and change in troubled youths.
Education
High School Diploma -
Progreso High School
700 Business FM 1015, Progreso, TX 7857905-2019
Skills
- Youth supervision
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Behavior management
- Self-care techniques
- Creative expression
- Child development
- Positive reinforcement
- Shelter arrangements
- Policy development
- Youth intake
- Youth interviewing
- Warning signs identification
- File management
- Client documentation
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Youth Care Worker
Compass Connections
08.2021 - Current
Youth Care Worker
Cplc
04.2021 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
Progreso High School
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