Skilled multitasker with a superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help the team. Reliable and dedicated team player with a hardworking and resourceful approach.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Engagement Specialist
Communities In Schools of the South Plains
03.2023 - Current
I plan, coordinate, and implement programs that encourage family engagement.
I travel to rural centers regularly, working with families of diverse cultures and working evenings on parent activity nights.
Enhanced family engagement by designing and implementing targeted outreach initiatives.
Make lesson plans so families can understand and do the hands-on activity with zero confusion.
Improved student success rates by providing tailored support to families based on individual needs.
Facilitated collaboration between parents, teachers, and administrators to address concerns and implement solutions.
Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
Developed a comprehensive resource library for parents, promoting active involvement in their child''s education.
Permenancy SPECALIST
Saint Francis Ministries
01.2022 - 03.2023
Completed initial and ongoing assessments by gathering information from children and their families, and collaterals
Determined and recommended which services are needed for the child and family, including mental health, drug and alcohol services, respite care and supervised or unsupervised visitations/interactions
Completed reports for court, participated in court proceedings, including testifying, and makes sure court orders are followed
Participated in supervisory and team meetings, sharing pertinent information about children/families' progress, critical trends, barriers, and solutions to achieving outcomes; and relationships with other agencies/communities
Prepared families and/or children for moves, reunification, or other appropriate permanency goals.
Developed strong client relationships through consistent communication and attentive service.
Provided ongoing support to families post-investigation, monitoring progress towards established goals and adjusting case plans as needed.
Performed home visits regularly to monitor progress in the implementation of case plans and assess ongoing safety concerns.
Developed strong rapport with clients through empathetic listening and clear communication, fostering trust during difficult situations.
Conducted thorough assessments of child abuse and neglect allegations, ensuring child safety and wellbeing.
Facilitated successful reunification of children with their families by providing support and resources.
Assessed each child's unique needs and coordinated delivery of appropriate services and resources.
Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
Student Worker
Wayland Property Management
01.2021 - 12.2021
Supported office needs including taking messages, scanning documents
Greeted office visitors, provided information, and directed them when they needed to go.
Worked in a team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
Took and followed detailed directions from others.
Collaborated with team members to execute successful campus events, ensuring smooth operations from planning to execution.
Student Worker
Wayland Business office
09.2018 - 12.2020
Assisted with clerical needs including answering telephone calls, performing database management
Greeted office visitors, provided information and directed the students to the appropriate account rep
Supported office needs including taking messages, scanning documents
Filed paperwork.
Education
Bachelor's of science degree in sociology -
Wayland Baptist University
Plainview, TX
12.2021
Lockney High School
Lockney, TX
05.2017
Skills
Organization
Discretion/decision-making abilities
Time management
Understanding of child and adolescent develop
Team Collaboration
Problem-solving skills
Lesson Planning
Activity Planning
Case Management
Administrative Experience
Communication skills
Relationship Building
Timeline
Family Engagement Specialist
Communities In Schools of the South Plains
03.2023 - Current
Permenancy SPECALIST
Saint Francis Ministries
01.2022 - 03.2023
Student Worker
Wayland Property Management
01.2021 - 12.2021
Student Worker
Wayland Business office
09.2018 - 12.2020
Bachelor's of science degree in sociology -
Wayland Baptist University
Lockney High School
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