Leanne Wells
East Liverpool,Ohio
Summary
Dynamic Family Advocate with a proven track record at CAA of Columbiana County, excelling in behavioral management and relationship building. Successfully developed programs enhancing children's mental health and facilitated workshops that empowered parents. Skilled in data collection and needs assessment, ensuring families access vital community resources for optimal development.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Advocate
CAA of Columbiana County
08.2023 - Current
- Visited homes of families and maintained appropriate contact as directed by agency procedures.
- Collaborated with families to assist in growth, development, and education to increase potential.
- Managed heavy caseload using well-developed time management, organizational, and task prioritization skills.
- Identified available community resources and programs for families of disabled children.
- Developed and implemented programs to support children's mental health and well-being.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Facilitated groups to address specific needs such as grief and loss, anger management and social skills.
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
- Handled over 40 parents on a daily basis.
Early Head Start Home Visitor
CAA of Columbiana County
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Made recommendations and referrals to aid clients in locating proper therapeutic services.
- Maintained records of client care by documenting visits and interviews and preparing reports of evaluations and observations.
- Engaged families and clients in skill-building activities to enhance family dynamics and client's quality of life.
- Conducted weekly home visits to assess conditions.
- Helped to educate parents and assisted with educational planning and decision making for children.
- Recruited families and built positive relationships with parents in order to support parenting roles.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
Floating Assistant Teacher
CAA of Columbiana County
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Completed daily reports, meal count sheets, and attendance logs.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Supervised recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
3rd Key Holder
Factory Connection
04.2021 - 09.2021
- Assisted with team responsibilities by cleaning, managing cash registers, and product merchandising.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and promote long-term loyalty for increased sales.
- Oversaw store operations by counting cash drawers, reviewing equipment management, and supervising staff.
- Met sales targets consistently for each shift by positively engaging customers and delivering high levels of service.
- Streamlined opening and closing procedures as integral member of store staff.
- Managed store personnel by delegating tasks and supervising daily operations.
- Examined incoming inventory, merchandised shelves and prevented shrinkage.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OHNo Degree - Social Working
National Head Start Association
Online04-2025
High School Diploma -
East Liverpool Jr/Sr. High School
East Liverpool, OH05-2020
Skills
- Behavioral management
- Parenting education
- Client education
- Community resources
- Child development
- Relationship building
- Effective communication
- Family needs assessments
- Appointment scheduling
- Family advocacy
- Parent education
- Data collection
- Needs assessment
Timeline
Family Advocate
CAA of Columbiana County
08.2023 - Current
Early Head Start Home Visitor
CAA of Columbiana County
06.2022 - 07.2023
Floating Assistant Teacher
CAA of Columbiana County
08.2021 - 06.2022
3rd Key Holder
Factory Connection
04.2021 - 09.2021
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Eastern Gateway Community College
No Degree - Social Working
National Head Start Association
High School Diploma -
East Liverpool Jr/Sr. High School
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