Griselda Garcia
williamstown,NJ
Summary
Driven Family Advocate with a proven track record at Gateway Community Action Partnership, adept in leveraging community resources and multicultural sensitivity to empower families. Excelled in case management and effective communication, significantly enhancing family support through personalized service and advocacy. Skilled in both emotional support and practical family services, ensuring comprehensive client care and resource accessibility.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Advocate
Gateway Community Action Partnership
09.2021 - Current
- Empowered families by providing them with tools and resources needed to make informed decisions about their futures.
- Identified available community resources and programs for families of disabled children.
- Enhanced family support by conducting thorough assessments and identifying specific needs.
- Built trusting relationships with clients through active listening, empathy, and cultural sensitivity during interactions at work or home visits.
CHHA
Ensure Nursing Services
03.2014 - 06.2021
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to medical professionals promptly.
- Safely transported patients to medical appointments or community events as needed, facilitating socialization opportunities and timely access to healthcare services.
- Coordinated respite care services when necessary, allowing caregivers much-needed breaks while still ensuring excellent patient care continuity.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering a nurturing environment.
- Assisted with mobility-related tasks such as transferring from bed to wheelchair, promoting independence and injury prevention.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing
Camden County College
Blackwood, NJ05.2022
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rowan College At Gloucester County
Sewell, NJ05.2021
Skills
Community Resources
Multicultural Sensitivity
Effective Communication
Case Management
Child Development
Family advocacy
Family services
Community Referrals
Home visits
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Family Advocate
Gateway Community Action Partnership
09.2021 - Current
CHHA
Ensure Nursing Services
03.2014 - 06.2021
Associate of Science - Nursing
Camden County College
Associate of Science - Nursing
Rowan College At Gloucester County
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