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Frances Haneman

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Summary

Dynamic Family Services Coordinator with a proven track record at Rock/Walworth Comprehensive Family Services. Expert in client advocacy and behavioral management, enhancing family stability through tailored support and resource connections. Recognized for fostering strong relationships and empowering families, leading to increased parental involvement in children's education and improved access to essential services.


Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Services Coordinator

Rock/Walworth Comprehensive Family Services Head Start
07.2020 - 06.2025
  • Attended and participated staff meetings and training seminars.
  • Maintained confidential records and documentation in Child Plus database.
  • Conducted intake interviews and completed ASQ and ASQ-SE assessments to understand client needs and discover issues that may affect childs education.
  • Identified and reported signs and symptoms of violence, abuse, and neglect for immediate intervention and remediation.
  • Offered family crisis intervention to manage conflict and identify peaceful resolutions.
  • Conducted in-home visit to help families achieve goals and gain insight.
  • Facilitated monthly parenting groups to strengthen parenting abilities and provide access to knowledge and skills to encourage positive environments.
  • Empowered families to achieve self-sufficiency, providing budgeting assistance and financial planning guidance.
  • Boosted family stability by offering referrals for housing assistance, food banks, or other necessities as needed.
  • Supported families navigating complex systems such as healthcare or educational institutions by offering advocacy services.
  • Planned and participated in off-site and on-site client events and activities.
  • Assisted parents with appointment scheduling and transportation arrangements to maintain treatment plans.
  • Enhanced family well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and creating tailored service plans.
  • Reduced barriers to service access for families through diligent outreach efforts, connecting them with appropriate resources.
  • Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the organization, sharing best practices with colleagues and participating in professional development opportunities.
  • Improved access to community resources for families, through establishing strong partnerships with local organizations.
  • Encouraged positive parenting techniques through delivering evidence-based workshops designed to strengthen caregiver-child bonds.
  • Provided valuable feedback on program effectiveness, contributing constructive input during staff meetings and strategic planning sessions.
  • Increased parental involvement in children''s education by organizing workshops and seminars on relevant topics.
  • Facilitated healthy family dynamics by providing ongoing support and guidance to parents and caregivers.
  • Conducted home visits regularly, assessing family dynamics and observing progress towards identified goals.
  • Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
  • Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
  • Assisted families in navigating the social services system, including applying for benefits, accessing resources and connecting with other family support services.
  • Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
  • Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.

Assistant Teacher

Rock/Walworth Comprehensive Family Services Head Start
08.2010 - 10.2020
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
  • Ensured a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
  • Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
  • Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating genuine care for their well-being and academic success.
  • Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
  • Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
  • Monitored and reported student progress and development, offering mentoring as needed.
  • Established positive relationships with parents through effective communication, fostering parental involvement in their children''s education.
  • Worked with teacher to identify and target opportunities for instructional improvements.
  • Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support focused on student progress.
  • Increased student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects into the curriculum.
  • Supported lead teacher in organizing field trips, enhancing real-world connections to classroom content for increased understanding.
  • Monitored student progress regularly, using assessments to adjust instructional strategies as needed for optimal learning outcomes.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities, staying informed of best practices for teaching strategies and educational technologies.
  • Created visually appealing bulletin boards that showcased student work and reinforced key concepts from lessons.
  • Supported students with special needs, implementing strategies to facilitate their participation and learning.
  • Conducted educational games and activities to reinforce learning concepts in enjoyable manner.

Lead Teacher

Dundee Township Park District
09.1996 - 06.2003
  • Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
  • Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
  • Implemented assessment tools that monitored student progress throughout the year, allowing for targeted interventions when needed to close achievement gaps.
  • Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
  • Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.

Education

No Degree - Early Childhood Education 16 Credit Hours

Blackhawk Technical College
Janesville, WI
01-2014

Biology

Thortan Community Collage
Calumet City, IL
01-1982

Skills

  • Home visiting
  • Client advocacy
  • Family support
  • Behavioral management
  • Reliability
  • Client documentation
  • Team building

Timeline

Family Services Coordinator

Rock/Walworth Comprehensive Family Services Head Start
07.2020 - 06.2025

Assistant Teacher

Rock/Walworth Comprehensive Family Services Head Start
08.2010 - 10.2020

Lead Teacher

Dundee Township Park District
09.1996 - 06.2003

No Degree - Early Childhood Education 16 Credit Hours

Blackhawk Technical College

Biology

Thortan Community Collage

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