Erika Galvan
Channelview,TX
Summary
Compassionate Youth Care Worker with 8 year background working with children and as companion in order to prevent risky behaviors. Adept at preparing, completing daily accurate reports and implementing various behavior modification techniques. Communicative and reliable with commitment to fostering environment which facilitates learning and behavioral management of youth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Care Worker
Soutwestkey program
Houston, TX
02.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized plans to meet the needs of youth in care.
- Provided crisis intervention services, including de-escalation techniques to ensure safety for all involved.
- Assisted in developing and implementing behavior management strategies with youth in care.
- Maintained accurate records of daily activities, progress notes, and incident reports.
- Participated in meetings with other staff members to discuss client progress, treatment plans, and goals.
- Monitored the physical environment to ensure safety of clients and staff.
- Facilitated group activities that promote socialization skills among youth in care.
Direct Care Worker
BCFS Health And Human Services
Baytown, TX
03.2016 - 11.2018
- Provided personal care to clients, such as bathing, grooming and toileting.
- Assisted clients with daily activities, including meal preparation and medication administration.
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments and other errands.
Infant Nanny
Marisol Barajas
Houston , TX
01.2014 - 04.2015
- Assisted parents in establishing and maintaining routines for the infant, including feeding, bathing, and bedtime.
- Provided stimulating activities to encourage physical, social, emotional and cognitive development.
- Monitored the infant's daily activities such as eating, sleeping patterns, hygiene habits.
Education
GED -
Bachillerato
Mexico Skills
- Shelter arrangements
- Computer proficiency
- Leadership experience
- Communication skills
- Organizational know-how
- People skills
- Collaboration talent
- Problem-solving abilities
- Computer proficiency
- Leadership experience
- Communication skills
- Organizational know-how
- People skills
- Collaboration talent
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Youth Care Worker
Soutwestkey program
02.2020 - Current
Direct Care Worker
BCFS Health And Human Services
03.2016 - 11.2018
Infant Nanny
Marisol Barajas
01.2014 - 04.2015
GED -
Bachillerato