Gerilyn Larson
Paulding,OH
Summary
Compassionate family advocate skilled in developing individualized service plans and connecting families with vital resources. Known for driving program enrollment and fostering community partnerships, contributing to improved outcomes for low-income families.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Start Family Advocate
Northwestern Ohio Community Action
08.2014 - Current
- Developed individualized family service plans to support client needs and enhance program engagement.
- Facilitated workshops and training sessions for families to promote early childhood education awareness.
- Collaborated with community organizations to connect families with vital resources and services.
- Conducted regular home visits to assess family dynamics and provide tailored support strategies.
- Monitored compliance with federal regulations, ensuring program quality and service delivery standards.
- Implemented outreach initiatives that increased program enrollment and community participation rates.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of family needs and strengths, developing tailored action plans to address identified areas of concern.
- Facilitated parent meetings and support groups designed to foster a sense of community among Head Start families.
- Developed strong partnerships with local organizations that offer supportive services to low-income families, increasing resource availability for Head Start participants.
- Provided crisis intervention services to families experiencing challenges such as homelessness or domestic violence, connecting them with necessary resources for safety and wellbeing.
- Enhanced family engagement by conducting regular home visits and establishing strong relationships with parents.
- Identified available community resources and programs for families of disabled children.
- Observed security measures to maintain confidentiality and restrict access by unauthorized individuals.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
Summer Food Service Program Site Supervisor
Northwestern Ohio Community Action
06.2013 - Current
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and organizational policies.
- Coordinated team schedules, optimizing resource allocation and workflow efficiency.
- Conducted training sessions for new staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing service delivery and operational effectiveness.
- Monitored project progress, identifying issues and developing solutions to maintain timelines.
- Evaluated performance metrics, providing feedback to enhance staff productivity and engagement.
- Trained new team members on site policies and procedures.
- Maintained records and logs of work performed and materials and equipment used.
- Worked with personnel and managers to meet strict timelines.
- Oversaw personnel safety and efforts at work site.
- Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
- Implemented best practices and safe operating procedures.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Human Services
Northwest State Community College
Archbold, OH12-2013
High School Diploma -
Delphos St. John's
Delphos05-1986
Skills
- Team supervision
- Site coordination
- Site safety
- Staff management
- Environmental awareness
- Quality assurance
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
- Attention to detail
- Safety oversight
Timeline
Head Start Family Advocate
Northwestern Ohio Community Action
08.2014 - Current
Summer Food Service Program Site Supervisor
Northwestern Ohio Community Action
06.2013 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Human Services
Northwest State Community College
High School Diploma -
Delphos St. John's