Maria Garcia Smith
Southside,AL
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Parent Educator
Parent As Teachers
10.2023 - Current
- Strengthened families by conducting home visits, addressing concerns, and connecting them with appropriate community resources.
- Contributed to increased school readiness among children through ongoing developmental assessments and targeted interventions.
- Supported parents in establishing routines, setting boundaries, and promoting positive discipline strategies for a harmonious family environment.
- Empowered parents to advocate for their child''s educational needs by facilitating communication between families and school personnel.
- Improved parenting skills for clients through the delivery of evidence-based curricula in group workshops and one-on-one sessions.
Lead Case Manager
Gadsden Etowah County Head Start
10.2010 - 10.2023
- Maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in a high rate of successful case outcomes.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new case managers, improving overall team performance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans tailored to individual client needs.
- Increased referral rates by establishing partnerships with community organizations and service providers.
- Conducted thorough assessments to determine the most appropriate resources and services for each client.
- Improved case documentation accuracy by implementing efficient record-keeping systems and procedures.
- Reduced case resolution time by streamlining processes and improving communication between departments.
- Analyzed trends and data to inform decision-making and program development.
Fine Jewelry Sales Associate
Belk Department Store
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalized fine jewelry recommendations based on their needs and preferences.
- Assisted with inventory management, maintaining accurate records of stock levels and ensuring proper display of merchandise.
Education
Associate of Science - Human Services
Gadsden State Community College
Gadsden, AL12.2024
Technical Degree - Cosmetology
Wallace State Community College - Hanceville
Hanceville, AL12.2008
High School Diploma -
West End High School
Walnut Grove, AL05.2006
Skills
- Family Needs Assessment
- Lesson Plan Advisement
- Parenting Knowledge
- Case Management
- Computer Literacy
- Child Development Knowledge
- Home Visiting
- Effective Communication
- Confidentiality Maintenance
- Goal Setting
- Client Needs Assessment
- Community Referrals
- Community Resources
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Timeline
Parent Educator
Parent As Teachers
10.2023 - Current
Fine Jewelry Sales Associate
Belk Department Store
01.2019 - 03.2021
Lead Case Manager
Gadsden Etowah County Head Start
10.2010 - 10.2023
Associate of Science - Human Services
Gadsden State Community College
Technical Degree - Cosmetology
Wallace State Community College - Hanceville
High School Diploma -
West End High School