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Geraldine Brown

Window Rock,Arizona

Summary

Dedicated family advocate experienced in working with children and adults with special needs with extensive coursework in mental health, behavioral aspects of trauma informed practice.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Childhood Developmental Specialist

Navajo Nation
03.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced developmental progress by implementing personalized intervention strategies for individual clients.
  • Managed minimum caseload of 15-20 clients and their families.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive developmental plans for clients, resulting in improved outcomes.
  • Evaluated client progress through regular assessments and adjusted intervention techniques as needed for optimal development.
  • Provided ongoing support and guidance for families, fostering positive environment conducive to wholistic client's recovery and growth with emphasis on Navajo traditional healing practices.
  • Developed customized training programs based on each client's specific needs and goals, leading to measurable improvements.
  • Conducted thorough assessments/evaluation of clients'' developmental skills, identifying areas of strength and weakness to inform targeted interventions.
  • Conducted thorough assessments/evaluations of clients'' developmental skills, identifying areas of strength and weakness to inform targeted interventions.
  • Led workshops and trainings for parents and caregivers, increasing their understanding of developmental milestones and effective strategies for support.
  • Mentored junior Developmental Specialists, sharing best practices and contributing to overall growth of their professional skills.

Residential Director

St Michaels Association For Special Education Inc.
03.1993 - 10.2013
  • Developed strong relationships with residents and their families, resulting in increased trust and open communication channels.
  • Enhanced SMASE facility's reputation by maintaining high standard of care and ensuring compliance with federal, state and tribal regulations.
  • Improved resident satisfaction by implementing specialized individual program plans and activities tailored to their needs and preferences.
  • Ensured continuous professional developmental for staff to respond to clients' specific needs.
  • Collaborated and networked with local schools, government, families and stakeholders to ensure continuous agency goals are met.
  • Managed 50 staff to oversee 40 clients with special needs.

Education

Master of Science - Special Education And Rehabilitation

University of Arizona
Tucson, AZ
05.2001

Bachelor of Science - Workforce Development

Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL
05.1999

High School Diploma -

Navajo Methodist Mission School
Farmington, NM
05.1979

Skills

  • Collaborative Teamwork and resource network
  • Disabilities and Special Education Support
  • Confidentiality Maintenance
  • Ethical Decision Making
  • 20 Years Experience in providing direct advocacy to clients and their families

Additional Information

Previous employment/experiences: Navajo Head Start (MH/Disabilities Specialist), St Michaels Special Education Inc. (Residential Director, Adult Day Program), Kirtland Air Force Base (administrative and clerical support assistant).

Timeline

Early Childhood Developmental Specialist

Navajo Nation
03.2022 - Current

Residential Director

St Michaels Association For Special Education Inc.
03.1993 - 10.2013

Master of Science - Special Education And Rehabilitation

University of Arizona

Bachelor of Science - Workforce Development

Southern Illinois University Carbondale

High School Diploma -

Navajo Methodist Mission School

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