Gloria Dodson
Summary
Skilled Life Coach with 40 years of experience supporting clients in in goal-setting, skill-building and clarity sessions. Versed in communicating effectively and leveraging active listening skills to assess client needs. Personable and direct with focus on guiding clients toward self-reflection and personal development. History of effectively helping clients through positive communication strategies and individual counseling. Knowledgeable about collecting and analyzing data to further treatment and program goals. Dedicated professional with strong background in providing evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples and families. Skilled in developing treatment plans, conducting assessments and documenting progress. Committed to advocating for mental health and well-being of clients.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Life Coach (Owner Operator)
MAD Life Coach Institute
4464 Lone Tree Way
01.2016 - Current
- Improved client self-awareness by conducting in-depth assessments and facilitating insightful coaching sessions.
- Empowered clients to set and achieve personal and professional goals through customized action plans and regular follow-up meetings.
- Enhanced client communication skills with targeted exercises, role-play scenarios, and constructive feedback.
- Boosted clients'' confidence levels by addressing limiting beliefs, reframing negative thought patterns, and fostering a growth mindset.
- Promoted work-life balance for clients through tailored strategies focusing on time management, stress reduction, and self-care practices.
- Optimized client productivity with personalized time management tools, goal-setting frameworks, and accountability partnerships.
- Increased client satisfaction rates by maintaining open lines of communication, regularly soliciting feedback, and adapting coaching approaches as needed.
- Developed personalized coaching packages designed to address specific needs of individual clients or groups within various industries or stages of life transitions.
Therapeutic Foster Parent
Triad Family Services
Lathrop, CA
04.2015 - Current
- Collaborated with treatment teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for each child.
- Provided consistent structure and routine, enabling children to feel secure and develop healthy habits.
- Promoted positive behaviors through reinforcement strategies, contributing to the overall well-being of children in my care.
- Addressed behavioral challenges using therapeutic techniques, resulting in improved coping skills for the child.
- Supported educational goals by working closely with school staff and providing necessary resources at home.
- Maintained detailed documentation of each child''s progress, ensuring accurate records for future reference and treatment planning.
- Coordinated medical appointments and therapy sessions, prioritizing the health needs of each child in my care.
- Developed strong relationships with biological families to support reunification efforts when appropriate.
- Conducted regular safety assessments on living conditions to ensure a secure environment for every child placed in my home.
- Managed household finances responsibly while meeting all requirements set forth by licensing agencies, maintaining stability in the home environment.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on best practices for therapeutic foster parenting and enhance my skills as a caregiver.
- Served as an advocate for the children in my care during court proceedings, ensuring their voices were heard throughout the legal process.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for children entering or leaving my care by communicating effectively with relevant parties involved in placement decisions.
- Cultivated trusting relationships with caseworkers and other professionals involved in supporting children's immediate needs.
- Organized and participated in regular family meetings to discuss progress, concerns, and future goals for each child in my care.
- Provided emotional support to children during difficult times, offering a compassionate ear and guidance when needed.
- Helped reunify birth families through coordinated visitation strategies.
- Prepared and maintained individual beds and personal space for foster children.
- Offered extensive care to troubled older children without likelihood of adoption.
- Taught older children about money, driving and other important life skills.
- Cared for medically fragile children in need of extensive support.
- Transported kids to mandated therapy, extracurricular activities and medical appointments.
- Supported education of children under care through consistent attendance to school and attentiveness to homework assignments.
- Improved children's health by preparing healthy meals and snacks.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Worked with educational team to develop Individual Education Plans (IEPs) for students.
- Conducted outreach to families and other community partners to identify ways to address social, emotional and behavioral needs.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce and prevent family conflict.
- Developed and implemented programs to support children's mental health and well-being.
Care Coordinator
Support Services
500 Ellinwood Way
08.2002 - Current
- Enhanced patient care quality by developing and implementing comprehensive care plans for each individual.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective discharge planning and coordination of post-acute care services.
- Streamlined communication between multidisciplinary healthcare teams for improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Maintained thorough documentation of all clinical interventions, ensuring accurate records for continuity of care and regulatory compliance.
- Facilitated timely access to appropriate healthcare services by assessing patient needs and coordinating referrals to specialists.
- Conducted regular audits of clinical processes, identifying areas for improvement and driving continuous quality improvements across the organization.
Human Resources Manager
Point Of Contact Inc
248 #rd Street, Oakland Ca.94607
07.1990 - 03.2016
- Enhanced employee retention by implementing effective talent management strategies and fostering a positive work environment.
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency, reducing paperwork and manual tasks through automation.
- Developed comprehensive onboarding programs to facilitate smooth integration of new employees into the organization.
- Conducted thorough internal investigations, addressing employee concerns with fairness and transparency.
- Spearheaded successful recruitment campaigns, attracting top-tier talent to fill key company positions.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with overall business goals and objectives.
- Coordinated company-wide training programs to enhance workforce skills and promote professional growth.
- Provided expert guidance on labor laws and regulations, mitigating legal risks for the organization.
- Optimized payroll processing procedures for accuracy and timeliness using advanced software solutions.
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state and federal laws.
- Motivated employees through special events, incentive programs, and constructive feedback.
- Organized and led staff orientation programs and training to promote collaboration.
- Motivated employees through special events and incentive programs.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.
Recruiter Coordinator /Youth Counselor
Lilliputian Children Services
Fairfield, CA
08.2010 - 10.2013
- Enhanced candidate experience by streamlining the recruitment process and implementing efficient communication strategies.
- Reduced time-to-fill for open positions by effectively coordinating interviews, reference checks, and onboarding procedures.
- Increased employee retention rates by developing strong candidate relationships and managing expectations throughout the hiring process.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to define job requirements and create compelling job descriptions, attracting top talent to the company.
- Developed targeted sourcing strategies for hard-to-fill roles, resulting in a higher quality of applicants.
- Increased diversity within the organization by implementing inclusive recruiting practices and promoting equal opportunities for all candidates.
- Conducted comprehensive background checks on prospective hires to mitigate potential risks associated with employment decisions.
- Built strong relationships with external staffing agencies, ensuring a steady flow of qualified candidates for specialized roles.
- Assisted in creating an employee referral program that incentivized existing employees to contribute to recruitment efforts, resulting in cost savings and increased retention rates.
- Advised, coached and counseled managers and staff to support human resources policies, procedures, programs and labor relations.
- Reached out to qualified referral candidates to obtain applications.
- Assisted with writing job postings and job descriptions for boards.
- Advocated for staff members, helping to identify and resolve conflicts.
Education
Master of Science -
University of The Rockies
Denver, CO01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Human Services And Development
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05.2010
Associate of Arts - Child Development Special Needs
Los Medanos College
Pittsburg, CA05.2004
Associate of Arts - Children With Special Needs
Los Medanos College
Pittsburg, CA05.2004
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Los Medanos College
Pittsburg, CA01.2002
Skills
- Health and Wellness
- Career Guidance
- Motivational Techniques
- Boundary Setting
- Client Assessment
- Financial Coaching
- Public Speaking
- Group Facilitation
- Time Management
- Personal Development
- Active Listening
- Relationship Building
- Problem Solving
- Conflict Resolution
- Organizational Skills
- Team Building
- Stress Management
- Life Balance
- Resourcefulness
- Goal Setting
- Program Support
- Lesson Planning
- Resource Advocacy
- Appointment Coordination
- Social Work Processes
- Personal Development Sessions
- Community Resources
- Well-Being Understanding
- Lifestyle Coaching
- Client Records Management
Timeline
Certified Life Coach (Owner Operator)
MAD Life Coach Institute
01.2016 - Current
Therapeutic Foster Parent
Triad Family Services
04.2015 - Current
Recruiter Coordinator /Youth Counselor
Lilliputian Children Services
08.2010 - 10.2013
Care Coordinator
Support Services
08.2002 - Current
Human Resources Manager
Point Of Contact Inc
07.1990 - 03.2016
Master of Science -
University of The Rockies
Bachelor of Science - Human Services And Development
University of Phoenix
Associate of Arts - Child Development Special Needs
Los Medanos College
Associate of Arts - Children With Special Needs
Los Medanos College
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Los Medanos College