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Jessica Kaiser

Altoona

Summary

Compassionate Foster Parent Champion Mentor with expertise in trauma-informed care and behavioral management. Skilled in crisis intervention and family engagement. Dedicated to fostering positive relationships and supporting the emotional well-being of children and families during the foster care process.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Foster Parent

Eau Claire County
Eau Claire
06.2015 - Current
  • Provide care and support to foster children in a safe environment.
  • Facilitate family visits, and maintain positive relationships with biological families.
  • Document incidents, behavioral observations, and progress reports accurately.
  • Participate in continuing education opportunities related to foster care services.
  • Facilitate meetings with social workers, teachers, therapists, and other professionals.
  • Create daily schedules that incorporate educational, recreational, and therapeutic activities.
  • Educate parents on how best to support their children.
  • Help reunify birth families through coordinated visitation.
  • Provide post-placement support and follow-up to ensure successful transitions, and adjust care plans as necessary.

Foster Parent Champion Mentor

Eau Claire County
Eau Claire
03.2018 - 03.2020
  • Support emotional well-being through active listening.
  • Developing positive relationships while maintaining professionalism.
  • Work collaboratively with other providers on behalf of families.
  • Provide emotional support for all individuals involved in the fostering process.
  • Encourage and model positive social interactions between foster homes and biological homes.
  • Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with each mentee.

Education

Certified Peer Specialist -

Wisconsin Peer Specialists
06-2024

Certified Parent Peer Specialist -

Wisconsin Peer Specialists
09-2023

Skills

  • Trauma-informed care
  • Behavioral management
  • Crisis intervention
  • Documentation practices
  • Family engagement
  • Effective listening

Timeline

Foster Parent Champion Mentor

Eau Claire County
03.2018 - 03.2020

Foster Parent

Eau Claire County
06.2015 - Current

Certified Peer Specialist -

Wisconsin Peer Specialists

Certified Parent Peer Specialist -

Wisconsin Peer Specialists
Jessica Kaiser