KATHRYN RICHARDS
Tehama,CA
Summary
Community engagement professional with 15+ years of experience advancing programs that support children, families, child safety, and early learning. Skilled in relationship building, outreach, stakeholder coordination, donor communication, and cross-agency partnership development. Experienced in supporting local program affiliates, and promoting accessible educational opportunities. Committed to ensuring every child has a strong start through education, connection, and family empowerment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Success Facilitator
Shasta College
01.2025 - Current
- Deliver clear and supportive information and services to new and prospective students.
- Guide individuals through onboarding processes, financial aid messaging, and resource navigation.
- Support outreach efforts, events, and campus engagement initiatives.
Family Worker
Shasta Head Start
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Conducted outreach and enrollment to ensure full program participation.
- Built trusting relationships with families and coordinated services with community partners.
- Provided clear communication regarding assessments, screenings, and available resources.
- Maintained accurate reporting and compliance with federal and state standards.
Family Visitation Manager
Northern California Child Development, Inc.
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Coordinated court-ordered family visitation and communicated with parents, children, foster families, and social workers.
- Supervised and trained three Case Managers to ensure high-quality service delivery and consistent services to parents and children.
- Enhanced tracking systems, reporting tools, and contract compliance processes.
Donor Services Manager
Abbey of Our Lady of New Clairvaux
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Directed all donor communications, stewardship, and relationship cultivation for a nonprofit organization.
- Engaged community members and donors through tours and events.
- Managed digital and print outreach, including newsletters and fundraising communications.
- Led major communications and technology projects, including website modernization and digital donor board upgrades.
- Supervised volunteer docents and strengthened community engagement.
Family Child Care Coordinator
Tehama County Department of Education
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Formed partnerships with childcare providers, early learning agencies, and families to strengthen program quality.
- Delivered training, coaching, and outreach focused on early childhood development and literacy.
- Communicated program requirements clearly and ensured compliance with state and federal guidelines.
- Oversaw program budgets, reimbursements, and required reporting.
- Represented the program at community meetings and collaborative initiatives.
Prevention Specialist
Tehama County Department of Education
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Led youth prevention programs and facilitated school and community presentations.
- Supported partnerships between schools, families, and child welfare agencies.
- Conducted outreach to at-risk youth and families and connected them with needed resources.
Social Worker
Monterey County Family and Children Services
01.2006 - 01.2014
- Built and maintained strong partnerships with parents, children, family members, foster parents, courts, attorneys, law enforcement, schools, service providers and community agencies.
- Developed clear written plans, reports, and court documents.
- Ensured children’s developmental, educational, and emotional needs were supported through coordinated services.
- Supervised interns and supported staff communication and development.
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW) -
California State University, Chico
Timeline
Student Success Facilitator
Shasta College
01.2025 - Current
Family Worker
Shasta Head Start
01.2024 - 01.2025
Family Visitation Manager
Northern California Child Development, Inc.
01.2023 - 01.2024
Donor Services Manager
Abbey of Our Lady of New Clairvaux
01.2019 - 01.2023
Family Child Care Coordinator
Tehama County Department of Education
01.2015 - 01.2019
Prevention Specialist
Tehama County Department of Education
01.2015 - 01.2016
Social Worker
Monterey County Family and Children Services
01.2006 - 01.2014
Master of Social Work (MSW) -
California State University, Chico