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LaToya Rice

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Compassionate social and human service professional with a strong background in supporting diverse populations, including individuals with disabilities and those requiring mental health services. Demonstrates expertise in creating impactful programs that enhance community engagement and support vulnerable groups. Proven track record in building collaborative partnerships and leading teams to drive meaningful change. Proficient in Microsoft Office, leveraging technology to optimize program effectiveness.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Child/Teen Advocate

Livesafe Resources
Marietta, GA
05.2023 - Current
  • Conducts intake with new families to assess their needs upon entering the DV program.
  • Provides advocacy, emotional support, and crisis intervention to parents, children, and youth within the Shelter, Housing Programs, and Outreach Programs.
  • Maintains records of client interactions and enters updates in the company database.
  • Tracks the attendance of all clients who participate in activities or classes offered through the Child/Teen Advocacy program.
  • Represents the organization at community events related to domestic violence, elder abuse, or sexual assault.
  • Develops and facilitates group activities and outings (i.e., summer camp, holiday activities, back-to-school, weekend activities, etc.) for children and youth.
  • Coordinates and/or provides childcare for agency related purposes as needed.
  • Schedules as needed, screening meetings with parents to focus on children’s needs and link families to appropriate resources.
  • Participates in training that addresses current trends in adolescent development and behavior for use in program design decisions.
  • Builds partnerships with related organizations and community partners to develop support, and gain greater attention for important issues.
  • Collaborates with school social workers and homeless liaisons to support clients.

Private Nanny

Private Nanny
Smyrna, GA
07.2022 - 01.2023
  • Actively engaged with the four children from three families to develop trusting relationships through activities of daily living.
  • Followed routines to foster stability and structure in children's lives during parental absences.
  • Aided with bathing, dressing, teeth brushing, and diapering to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health.
  • Safely transported children to and from school and activities.

Caregiver

Caregiver
Apopka, FL
01.2021 - 10.2021
  • Supported parents by identifying and assisting with the daily challenges faced by teenage boy with Autism.
  • Helped with activities of daily living, provided home maintenance assistance, and transportation for daily activities.

Office Intern

Waddell & Reed (W&R)
Virginia Beach, VA
05.2019 - 01.2020
  • Utilized the Waddell One system to locate and review client files.
  • Searched the advisor's physical files for open and closed accounts to label, consolidate, and shred according to W&R standards.
  • Scanned documents, labeled, sorted, and created digital client folders for advisors needing a digital database.

Director of Children's Ministry

Redeemer Church
Snellville, GA
12.2015 - 12.2017
  • Coordinated faith-based programs and events for children, from infants to fifth grade, utilizing a team of 30 or more workers and volunteers.
  • Arranged quarterly meetings and training sessions for teachers, and facilitated small groups with high school students.
  • Tailored instruction to provide access and inclusion for children with special learning needs.

Receptionist

Linked Up Church
Marietta, GA
09.2015 - 12.2015
  • Welcomed and directed visitors to relevant departments or individuals.
  • Supplied aid to both office and ministerial staff as needed.
  • Completed data entry assignments efficiently within the organization's system.
  • Directed urgent calls based on initial screening.
  • Ensured cleanliness and organization of the reception area to maintain a professional atmosphere.
  • Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.

Elementary Teacher

The Torch and the Sword Christian Academy
Norcross, GA
07.2014 - 05.2015
  • Designed lesson plans and activities aligned with the Abeka curriculum for students in first to third grade.
  • Designed holiday presentations through collaboration, performance, and planning.
  • Assisted in creating tailored educational strategies for students facing challenges.
  • Upheld values-based approach to maintain positive culture among students and staff.
  • Promoted collaboration between peers by assigning group work tasks.
  • Facilitated a positive learning environment by implementing classroom management techniques.

Tutor

Hollydale United Methodist Church (UMC)
Marietta, GA
01.2014 - 05.2014
  • Planned Wednesday night student activities at the church.
  • Guided students in their academic tasks through personalized assistance.
  • Cultivated and preserved collaborative partnerships among tutors and pastoral staff.
  • Created learning framework and jointly managed annual summer camp by partnering with families over a two-year period.

Education

M.S. - General Psychology

Regent University
01.2021

Bachelor of Science - Education

Alabama State University
Montgomery
01.2005

Religious Studies

Jesus School
Orlando, FL
05-2022

Ministerial Training Program - Leadership

Rhema Bible Training College
Broken Arrow, OK
01.2010

Skills

  • Team management
  • Collaborative partnership development
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office Word
  • PowerPoint proficiency
  • Team leadership
  • Multi-tasking capacity
  • Oral presentation skills
  • Clear written expression
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration
  • Group facilitation
  • Trauma-informed support
  • Case management

Timeline

Child/Teen Advocate

Livesafe Resources
05.2023 - Current

Private Nanny

Private Nanny
07.2022 - 01.2023

Caregiver

Caregiver
01.2021 - 10.2021

Office Intern

Waddell & Reed (W&R)
05.2019 - 01.2020

Director of Children's Ministry

Redeemer Church
12.2015 - 12.2017

Receptionist

Linked Up Church
09.2015 - 12.2015

Elementary Teacher

The Torch and the Sword Christian Academy
07.2014 - 05.2015

Tutor

Hollydale United Methodist Church (UMC)
01.2014 - 05.2014

M.S. - General Psychology

Regent University

Bachelor of Science - Education

Alabama State University

Religious Studies

Jesus School

Ministerial Training Program - Leadership

Rhema Bible Training College

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