Eric Smith
Pickerington,OH
Summary
I have 15 plus years in working with adjudicated delinquents, abused and/or neglected children, families in need, foster and kinship caregivers, and community providers. I have worked in Child Welfare social services to identify needs and problems in families homes. I am skilled in dealing with conflict resolution in a resourceful manner. I have experience in negotiating to achieve a constructive resolution and develop opportunities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Liaison
Flex High School
Columbus, OH
01.2019 - Current
- Developed partnerships with organizations that serve similar communities in order to share resources.
- Attended conferences, seminars, and other professional development opportunities as needed.
- Coordinated volunteers who assist with special projects or events sponsored by the organization.
- Advised staff on best practices related to working with different cultural groups within the community.
- Facilitated workshops and trainings on a variety of topics for diverse audiences.
- Responded to inquiries from residents regarding service availability or program information.
- Participated in strategic planning sessions to develop new strategies for engaging residents.
- Provided support during emergency response operations when needed.
- Evaluated existing programs and services offered by the organization to identify areas for improvement.
- Organized and coordinated public meetings, forums, and events.
- Created reports detailing outcomes of projects and programs within the local area.
Central Ohio Substitute Teacher
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Integrated technology into lessons whenever possible.
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
- Developed creative learning strategies to engage all types of learners.
- Organized lesson plans and activities for students.
- Utilized various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies based on individual student needs.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Administered tests and assessments according to school guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance and performance.
National Youth Advocate Program
01.2004 - 01.2014
- Provide case management, court liaison advocacy, transportation, parent education, counseling, community resource linkage, and encouragement to families on my caseload
- Frequently review and modify youth-based plans to assure steady progress and success on written plan goals
- Provide wraparound services to ensure families have resources to manage their life obstacles
- Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement activities on a monthly/quarterly basis.
- Identified potential risk factors that may negatively impact a family's well-being.
- Facilitated group meetings with other family members to discuss challenges and solutions.
- Attended court hearings representing clients when necessary.
- Assisted families with accessing resources such as housing, employment opportunities, and health care.
- Developed individualized service plans for each family based on their needs and goals.
- Educated families about available community resources.
- Organized recreational activities for children within the organization's programs.
- Collaborated closely with community partners to ensure clients receive needed resources.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations by providing crisis counseling and support services.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology -
The Ohio State University
12.2001
Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Active Listening
- Solution focused
- Collaboration
- Product Logic
- Google Certified-Level 1
- Community Networking
- Community Resources
- Community resource knowledge
- Public speaking events
- Community Partnerships
- Community safety initiatives
- Relationship Building
- Maintaining Updated Records
- Work Planning and Organization
- Conducting Home Visits
- Case Needs Assessments
Timeline
Community Liaison
Flex High School
01.2019 - Current
Central Ohio Substitute Teacher
01.2016 - 01.2019
National Youth Advocate Program
01.2004 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology -
The Ohio State University
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