Kathy Groce
Munford,AL
Summary
As a soon to be retiree, I am seeking employment within the public school systems. I have over 10+ years of child development experience and have received awards and recognition for child advocacy and group preparation and selection.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality Control Inspector
Legacy Cabinets
Eastaboga, Alabama
01.2000 - Current
- Evaluated suppliers' performance against established criteria for quality assurance purposes.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations by monitoring workers during the manufacturing process.
- Reviewed customer complaints and identified potential sources of quality issues.
- Generated reports summarizing inspection results, defect trends, and other statistical data.
- Communicated effectively with management regarding progress toward meeting quality objectives.
- Conducted root cause analysis investigations when issues arose with production processes or end-products.
- Monitored production processes to ensure quality standards were met and documented results of inspections.
- Developed corrective action plans based on findings from investigations and audits.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve complex problems related to product design or manufacturing processes.
- Verified accuracy of product labels, including expiration dates and lot numbers.
- Maintained records of all nonconforming products and completed corrective actions as required.
- Identified areas for improvement in existing processes, procedures, and equipment.
- Analyzed data from process control systems to identify trends in product quality.
Professional Family Teacher
Seraaj Family Homes
Oxford, AL
03.2002 - 10.2013
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Managed household errands and other essential duties.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations while working with families in crisis.
- Assisted in developing life skills such as budgeting, cooking, cleaning, job searching.
- Developed individualized treatment plans for each child based on their needs and goals.
- Adhered to state policies regarding licensing requirements and regulations related to foster care services.
- Worked collaboratively with other providers within the community network on behalf of children in need.
- Created daily schedules that incorporated educational, recreational, and therapeutic activities.
- Collaborated with family members to provide stability for the child within their home environment.
- Organized social events for children to interact with one another outside of the home setting.
- Provided foster care services to children in need of a safe and nurturing environment.
- Developed positive relationships with clients while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Monitored and supported children's academic progress, including homework assistance and coordination with schools.
- Taught life skills to prepare older foster children for independent living and transition out of foster care.
- Managed household tasks including meal preparation, laundry, and maintaining a clean and safe living environment.
- Provided safe, nurturing, and stable environment for foster children, ensuring their well-being.
- Coordinated with social services and child welfare agencies to facilitate placements and transitions.
- Organized and supervised age-appropriate recreational activities to promote physical health and social skills.
- Encouraged positive social interactions and modeled respectful behavior to teach empathy and cooperation.
- Worked with community resources to engage youth in pro-social activities and help families access services.
- Identified appropriate community resources and provided referrals for services.
- Worked with care team to assess client needs and discuss collaborative treatment efforts.
- Collaborated with state agencies and benefits coordinators to develop individualized plans for each case.
- Established behavioral modification goals and assessed progress toward goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Munford High School
Munford, AL05-1980
Skills
- Reporting and analysis
- Process improvement
- Quality control planning
- Employee supervision
- Training and mentorship
- Quality control
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Quality processes
- Safety protocols
- Product inspection
- Report generation
- Life skills teaching
- Positive reinforcement
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Educational support
- Self-care awareness
- Safety planning
- Program development
- Goal setting
- Teamwork
- Adaptability
- Self motivation
- Reliability
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Team collaboration
- Child development expertise
- Positive reinforcement methods
- Goal setting and achievement
- Behavior management techniques
- Child development
- Child advocacy
Timeline
Professional Family Teacher
Seraaj Family Homes
03.2002 - 10.2013
Quality Control Inspector
Legacy Cabinets
01.2000 - Current
High School Diploma -
Munford High School