Maria Horton
San Clemente,CA
Summary
Practical and competent victim advocate program specialist with 3 years of experience providing advocacy. Sound knowledge of community resources and justice system. Maintained positive working environment and empathetic approach to victims of abuse.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Operations Coordinator
Milestone House
12.2021 - Current
- Work with Child Welfare Services, Law Enforcement, Probation Officers, Court Systems
- Direct care provided to youth in foster care who are victims of physical, sexual, emotional abuse and neglect; Services included crisis intervention, accessing resources, monitoring education, supervising family visits, teaching ILS skills, collaborate on safety plans and ensuring a healthy and safe environment
- Ability to maintain in an on-call status with flexible scheduling
Shelter Support
Northern Virginia Family Services
04.2018 - 07.2018
- Assist shelter guests with employment and housing options
- colaborate with case managers with clients needs
- office administration tasks to include answering the phone and returning voicemails, retrieving hygiene items for clients
- intake clients into the shelter
Court Advocate-Field Experience
Action In Community Through Service
05.2017 - 08.2017
- Supported clients during court proceedings, offering emotional support and guidance.
- Promoted client understanding of complex legal situations by explaining procedures and potential outcomes in clear terms.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards while handling sensitive client information and maintaining accurate records.
- Conducted comprehensive interviews with clients to gather essential information for case preparation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
University of Phoenix
07.2018
Skills
- Policy and procedure modification
- knowledge of military life
- Schedule Coordination
- Team Leadership
- Staff Management
- Support Services
- Best Practices Implementation
- New Hire Orientation
- Staff Scheduling
- Point of Contact
- Scheduling and calendar management
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
Additional Information
Military spouse currently at Camp Pendleton CA. Relocating to Camp Lejeune NC May 2024.
Timeline
Program Operations Coordinator
Milestone House
12.2021 - Current
Shelter Support
Northern Virginia Family Services
04.2018 - 07.2018
Court Advocate-Field Experience
Action In Community Through Service
05.2017 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
University of Phoenix
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