Lyna Benantar
Latham,New York
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Children's Care Manager
Building Blocks LLC
Latham, NY
03.2025 - 11.2025
- Provide comprehensive care management for children under 21 with complex medical and behavioral health needs by conducting assessments, developing individualized care plans, coordinating services, and advocating for medical, educational, and social supports.
- Collaborate with families, interdisciplinary providers, and community resources to ensure continuity of care, monitor progress, prevent hospital readmissions, and maintain accurate documentation in electronic health records.
- Coordinated case management services for children with diverse needs, ensuring tailored support and resources.
- Developed individualized service plans in collaboration with families and multidisciplinary teams.
ESL Homeroom Teacher
Rise Education Korea
Songdo, Korea
08.2018 - 03.2025
- Develop tailored lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessment tools to ensure measurable learning outcomes.
- Provide constructive feedback and implement modern ESL teaching methodologies, including technology integration.
- Maintain detailed records of attendance, grades, and progress; communicate regularly with parents and supervisors.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies to meet diverse learning needs and improve student outcomes.
- Coordinated parent-teacher communication to strengthen home-school partnerships and address student concerns effectively.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop school-wide initiatives aimed at enhancing educational quality and community engagement.
Foster Care/Permanency Unit Caseworker
Rensselaer County Department of Social Services
Troy, NY
03.2022 - 03.2022
- Managed cases of children and families, ensuring safety, well-being, and progress toward permanency goals.
- Coordinated and supervised family visits to support child welfare objectives.
- Documented interactions, maintained compliance with legal requirements, and prepared petitions for court.
- Collaborated with legal professionals, service providers, and community resources to facilitate stable, long-term placements.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to advocate for client interests in legal or administrative proceedings.
- Assessed needs of each client and recommended appropriate services and resources.
Stylist and Key Holder
Lane Bryant
Clifton Park, NY
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Oversaw daily store operations, including staffing, inventory management, and customer service protocols.
- Analyzed key performance indicators to drive sales growth and enhance the shopping experience.
- Provided leadership support in the absence of store management, ensuring smooth day-to-day functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to train new associates, streamline processes, and boost product knowledge.
- Styled clients to enhance personal appearance and boost confidence.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
Certification
- TEFL License - 2022
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
North Adams, MA 08.2014 - 06.2018
Skills
Trauma experience
Case planning
Visitation experience
Family support
Family relations
Services coordination
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Multitasking Abilities
Effective communication
Written and verbal communication
Cultural sensitivity
Social services
Summary
Conscientious professional with extensive experience advocating for social and economic well-being of individuals and families. Skilled at providing guidance, support and assistance. Strong communication and management skills and committed to inspiring community service.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Korean
Professional Working
French
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Interests
Learning languages
Volunteering
Playing Volleyball
Reading
Quote
You will recognize your own path when you come upon it because you will suddenly have all the energy and imagination you will ever need.
Sara Teasdale
Timeline
Children's Care Manager
Building Blocks LLC
03.2025 - 11.2025
Foster Care/Permanency Unit Caseworker
Rensselaer County Department of Social Services
03.2022 - 03.2022
Stylist and Key Holder
Lane Bryant
01.2021 - 02.2022
ESL Homeroom Teacher
Rise Education Korea
08.2018 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts
08.2014 - 06.2018