Jennifer Hensen
SeaTac,WA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Visitation Supervisor
Family 1st Counseling Service, Contracted
02.2020 - Current
- Enhanced family bonding by supervising and facilitating positive parent-child interactions during visitations.
- Improved client satisfaction by providing a safe and comfortable environment for supervised visits.
- Ensured child safety by closely monitoring all visitation activities and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with social workers to develop individualized visitation plans tailored to each family''s unique needs.
- Promoted healthy communication between parents and children through active listening, empathy, and constructive feedback techniques.
- Maintained detailed records of visitation observations, ensuring accurate documentation for court proceedings and case reviews.
- Provided timely reports to caseworkers on the progress of families during supervised visits, aiding in evaluation of reunification goals.
- Supported parents in developing appropriate parenting skills by offering guidance, modeling behavior, and sharing resources during visits.
- Coordinated scheduling of visitations with multiple parties, ensuring consistent adherence to established guidelines and timeliness.
- Facilitated smooth transitions before and after visits, reducing stress for both children and parents during the process.
- Maintained strict confidentiality regarding sensitive information about clients to protect their privacy and security.
Visitation Supervisor
Angela's Visitation Services
02.2017 - 03.2020
- Ensured child safety by closely monitoring all visitation activities and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with social workers to develop individualized visitation plans tailored to each family''s unique needs.
- Promoted healthy communication between parents and children through active listening, empathy, and constructive feedback techniques.
- Maintained detailed records of visitation observations, ensuring accurate documentation for court proceedings and case reviews.
- Provided timely reports to caseworkers on the progress of families during supervised visits, aiding in evaluation of reunification goals.
- Supported parents in developing appropriate parenting skills by offering guidance, modeling behavior, and sharing resources during visits.
- Coordinated scheduling of visitations with multiple parties, ensuring consistent adherence to established guidelines and timeliness.
- Facilitated smooth transitions before and after visits, reducing stress for both children and parents during the process.
- Maintained strict confidentiality regarding sensitive information about clients to protect their privacy and security.
Child Care Provider
Hensen Family Child Care, Licensed, Self-employed
05.2005 - 10.2016
- Enhanced children''s social skills by organizing group activities and promoting positive interactions.
- Improved children''s communication abilities by engaging them in age-appropriate conversations and storytelling sessions.
- Supported child development through implementing various educational programs tailored to individual needs.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment for children by closely monitoring play areas, toys, and equipment.
- Fostered emotional growth and self-confidence in children by providing consistent encouragement and praise.
- Established trusting relationships with families, maintaining open communication about their child''s progress.
- Assisted children with homework and school projects, reinforcing learning concepts introduced in the classroom.
- Implemented creative art projects to engage children''s imaginations while developing fine motor skills.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among children by teaching effective problem-solving techniques.
- Managed daily routines including meals, naptime, and outdoor play sessions to maintain consistency for the children.
- Developed strong partnerships with local schools to ensure seamless transitions for children entering kindergarten.
- Provided personalized care for infants by feeding, changing diapers, soothing, and creating a comforting environment during nap times.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments, and issues.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
Education
High School Diploma -
Duarte High School
Duarte, CAEarly Childhood Education
Citrus College
Glendora, CASkills
- Self-Motivation
- Boundary Setting
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Triple P trained (not certified)
- Decision Making
- Resourcefulness
- Interpersonal Skills
- Problem Solving
- Reliability
- Flexibility
- Conflict Resolution
- Active Listening
- Stress Management
- Organizational Skills
- Time Management
- Effective Communication
- Case Management
- Trauma Informed Care Framework
- Foster Care Youth
Timeline
Visitation Supervisor
Family 1st Counseling Service, Contracted
02.2020 - Current
Visitation Supervisor
Angela's Visitation Services
02.2017 - 03.2020
Child Care Provider
Hensen Family Child Care, Licensed, Self-employed
05.2005 - 10.2016
High School Diploma -
Duarte High School
Early Childhood Education
Citrus College
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