Geneva H. Lewis
Albany,NY
Summary
Dedicated candidate eager to continue professional misson of being an advocate for, serving, and protecting vulnerable populations, such as children, low income families, and individuals with disabilities. Strong organizational skills, communication and interpersonal skills; and committed to building and maintaining positive professional relationships. Skilled with independent decision-making and critical thinking abilities. Ready to help team achieve company goals and committed to adhering to relevant laws and regulations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Care Facility Review Specialist 1
New York State Justice Center
01.2022 - Current
- Advocate on behalf of individuals with disabilities and provide oversight of quality of care.
- Improve unit efficiency by effectively managing external communications with service providers to collect evidence and to schedule timely interviews with victims, subjects and witnesses involved in the incident.
- Conduct in-depth analyses of all evidence collected to identify abuse prevention measures to safeguard individuals in care and improve service quality.
Child Protective Caseworker
Department Of Children And Families Services
07.2018 - 12.2021
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Visited homes, inspected surroundings and interviewed family members.
- Attended court proceedings, submitted documents and offered testimony.
Toddler Lead Teacher
Trinity Nursery School & Day Care Center
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Toddler Lead Teacher
Harmony Kids Daycare
12.2016 - 08.2017
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Retained and updated data records in accordance with daycare and state policy.
Aide/Teacher Assistant
Unity Sunshine Program
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Collaborated with Lead Teachers and Therapists to enhance children's development in speech, physical and occupational skills.
- Motivated and encouraged children with developmental and significant behavior challenges.
- Delicately assisted children with hand-over-hand assistance to complete useful life skills and activities.
Head of Class Group
All About Kids Program
09.2014 - 12.2014
- Facilitated a productive and effective morning preschool and school-aged program.
- Delivered and maintained a secure and safe environment for a large group of children, ages four to eight.
- Developed all of the children’s activities; i.e Arts and crafts, educational enrichment, and mannerisms
Resource Intern
Unity House
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Compassionately worked to enhance the life of underprivileged people living in poverty.
- Aided consumers with job search and resume building to obtain legitimate opportunities of employment.
- Provided encouraging support in meeting individual’s basic needs for food, clothing, and shelter.
Student Support Assistant
Troy Boys & Girls Club
10.2010 - 12.2013
- Helped counselors with the educational and recreational activities for a group of children, ages six to eight.
- Assisted counselors with classroom management to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
Peer Mentor
College Success Office Of Harlem Children's Zone
07.2012 - 08.2012
- Encouraged and helped prepare students from underserved high schools in the New York City region for the demands of college academia and their career goals thereafter.
- Established trusting relationship with mentee by maintaining professionalism.
- Mentored and advised students one-on-one on the skills needed for their transition from high school to college.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Russell Sage College
Troy, NY12.2015
Skills
- Mandated Reporter
- Handling highly unpleasant interpersonal situations
- Workload Delegation
- Continuous Improvement Process
- Team Communication
- Professional Phone Etiquette
- In-Person, Telephone and Video Interviewing
- Performance Feedback
- Professional Relationships
- Field Investigations
Timeline
Quality Care Facility Review Specialist 1
New York State Justice Center
01.2022 - Current
Child Protective Caseworker
Department Of Children And Families Services
07.2018 - 12.2021
Toddler Lead Teacher
Trinity Nursery School & Day Care Center
08.2017 - 06.2018
Toddler Lead Teacher
Harmony Kids Daycare
12.2016 - 08.2017
Aide/Teacher Assistant
Unity Sunshine Program
01.2015 - 12.2016
Head of Class Group
All About Kids Program
09.2014 - 12.2014
Resource Intern
Unity House
01.2014 - 12.2014
Peer Mentor
College Success Office Of Harlem Children's Zone
07.2012 - 08.2012
Student Support Assistant
Troy Boys & Girls Club
10.2010 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Russell Sage College
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