Jessica Rice
United States
Summary
Earnest individual with experience in human services field providing support and guidance to individuals in need. Strong understanding of effectively working with people from diverse backgrounds. Passionate about helping others access needed services.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Visitor
Gleamns Hrc
08.2021 - Current
- Enhanced family well-being by conducting regular home visits and providing personalized support.
- Improved child development outcomes by implementing research-based early intervention strategies.
- Strengthened parent-child relationships through modeling effective communication and interaction techniques.
- Promoted school readiness by addressing the individual needs of each child in the areas of cognition, language, social-emotional, and physical development.
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
Project HOPE Foundation
08.2016 - 08.2021
- Assisted with client progress by creating and implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive client care and improved outcomes.
- Provided ABA therapy to youth and young adults on the autism spectrum.
- Supported clients in achieving social skills development goals through targeted interventions and modeling.
Residential Counselor
John De La Howe
12.2014 - 12.2015
- Provided residents (ages 14-18) a quality of life by implementing individualized care plans and providing emotional support.
- Reduced behavioral incidents by employing de-escalation techniques and maintaining a calm environment.
- Promoted independent living skills through coaching residents in daily tasks such as meal preparation, hygiene, and budgeting.
Child Care Specialist
Bowers-Rodgers Children Home
05.2013 - 02.2014
- Continuously assessed program efficacy based on feedback from parents, colleagues, administrators, adapting curriculum accordingly.
- Liaised with parents and guardians to discuss child progress.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
Senior Direct Care Staff Member
Seacoast Youth Academy
04.2009 - 10.2012
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to coordinate appropriate medical services for clients, resulting in optimal health outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in direct care service provision.
- Facilitated productive group meetings that encouraged clients to express concerns and collaborate on solutions together.
- Regularly participated in staff meetings and trainings, actively contributing ideas to enhance overall service delivery within the organization.
Lead Mental Health Technician
Lighthouse Care Center Of Conway
04.2004 - 10.2008
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to gather essential information about each patient''s history, symptoms, risks factors, strengths, and needs.
- Assisted in the development of new programs and initiatives to address emerging trends, challenges, or gaps in services within the facility.
- Provided effective leadership to 15 direct care staff members through mentorship, guidance on best practices, and constructive feedback.
Education
Associate of Science - Human Services
Piedmont Technical College
Greenwood, SC05.2017
Skills
- Referral Coordination
- Resource advocacy
- Document processing
- Community Networking
- Home visits
- Relationship Building
- Behavioral Management Planning
- Case Management
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Home Visitor
Gleamns Hrc
08.2021 - Current
Lead Registered Behavior Technician
Project HOPE Foundation
08.2016 - 08.2021
Residential Counselor
John De La Howe
12.2014 - 12.2015
Child Care Specialist
Bowers-Rodgers Children Home
05.2013 - 02.2014
Senior Direct Care Staff Member
Seacoast Youth Academy
04.2009 - 10.2012
Lead Mental Health Technician
Lighthouse Care Center Of Conway
04.2004 - 10.2008
Associate of Science - Human Services
Piedmont Technical College
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