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Jessica Chavez Hernandez

Bridgeton,NJ

Summary

Dynamic Family Support Specialist with a proven track record at Acenda, skilled in individualized service planning and client advocacy. Bilingual and culturally sensitive, I excel in fostering parent-child relationships and connecting families with vital community resources, enhancing their resilience and achieving positive outcomes. Committed to empowering families through effective communication and support strategies.

Family support specialist with experience in providing empathetic and effective assistance to families. Strong focus on fostering team collaboration and achieving meaningful results. Skilled in case management, conflict resolution, and counseling. Reliable and adaptable, known for addressing changing needs efficiently.

A dedicated support professional skilled in offering tailored assistance to families in need. Brings valuable experience in conducting assessments and creating strategic support plans. Known for fostering collaborative environments and effectively adapting to evolving family situations, showcasing skills in empathy and problem-solving.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Support Specialist

Acenda
10.2018 - Current

• Responsible for establishing and maintaining a regular, trusting, and long-term relationship with families served

• Interview/conduct the Family Resilience and Opportunities for Growth (FROG) Scale with parents to identify strengths/risk factors to support the family throughout home visitation services.

• Assist in strengthening the parent-child relationship and improving parent skills to optimize the home environment

• Responsible for assisting the family in establishing goals and a plan for the accomplishment of those goals, including identifying and referring to other supportive agencies, including healthcare appointments.

  • Facilitated family engagement through effective communication and support strategies.
  • Developed individualized service plans to address client needs and enhance family dynamics.
  • Collaborated with community resources to provide comprehensive support for families in crisis.
  • Maintained accurate case documentation to ensure compliance with agency standards and regulations.
  • Organized workshops and informational sessions to educate families on available resources and services.
  • Monitored progress of families, adjusting support approaches as necessary to achieve desired outcomes.

Preschool Teacher's Assistant

Remsterville
09.2017 - 10.2018
  • Assisted lead teacher in implementing daily lesson plans and activities for preschoolers.
  • Supported students' social, emotional, and cognitive development through engaging classroom interactions.
  • Monitored classroom behavior and provided guidance to maintain a positive learning environment.
  • Implemented age-appropriate educational games and activities to enhance learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with teachers to assess student progress and adapt instructional strategies accordingly.
  • Maintained organized classroom materials, ensuring resources were readily available for teaching activities.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents by communicating student progress and addressing concerns effectively.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to enhance teaching skills and classroom management techniques.
  • Participated actively in professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current on early childhood education trends.

Education

GED - GED

Cumberland County College
Vineland, NJ
05.2017

Skills

    Bilingual Family Support Specialist

  • Individualized service planning
  • Multicultural sensitivity
  • Child development
  • Parenting education
  • Community resources
  • Client advocacy
  • Care plan intervention
  • Case management

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Family Support Specialist

Acenda
10.2018 - Current

Preschool Teacher's Assistant

Remsterville
09.2017 - 10.2018

GED - GED

Cumberland County College
Jessica Chavez Hernandez