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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, AL
12.2024

Technical Degree - Cosmetology

Wallace State Community College - Hanceville
Hanceville, AL
12.2008

High School Diploma -

West End High School
Walnut Grove, AL
05.2006

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

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