To obtain a position as an advocate for children and their families where I can utilize my experience in providing resources and support families in need, to enhance the development and well-being of children.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Parent Educator
El Nido Family Centers
06.2023 - Current
Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics, parenting styles and living conditions of children in the program.
Developed individualized plans for each family based on their needs and preferences.
Counseled parents on discipline strategies that are age-appropriate and effective.
Assisted families in accessing community resources such as housing assistance, health care services, childcare options and job training programs.
Educated families about available early intervention programs for infants at risk of developmental delays or disabilities.
Maintained detailed records of client progress throughout the duration of service delivery.
Family Advocate Intern
Child Care Resource Center
01.2023 - 04.2023
Utilized task prioritization and data organization skills to effectively manage large caseload.
Partnered with families and provided resources to build growth that promoted better self-reliance.
Worked with care team to assess client needs and discuss collaborative treatment efforts.
Established behavioral modification goals and assessed progress toward goals.
Used job-related software to compose or prepare correspondence, case notes and technical reports
Worked with community resources to engage youth in pro-social activities and help families access services.
Program Supervisor
LA's Best
06.2022 - 01.2023
Communicate with children”s parents or guardians about daily activities, behavior, and related issues
Keep records on individual children, including daily observations and information about activities, meals served, and medications administered
Support children’s emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts
Identify signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring them to parents’ or guardians’ attention.
Interim Site Coordinator
LA's Best
04.2022 - 06.2022
Provided outreach and enrollment services for LA’s BEST Program
Communicate effectively with staff, administrators, and parents/guardians
Supervise, plan,organize and participate in the enrichment and recreation of school programs
Discuss challenges that may arise at the site and find solutions
Program Worker
LA’s BEST
01.2020 - 04.2022
Gained knowledge on how to communicate with students, create activities to connect with students in a social, emotional, and educational way
Supervised and assisted a group of 20 students ranging from grades K-5
Facilitated safe enrichment activities, with a meaningful learning objective to promote life-skills
Facilitated activities which promoted student engagement
Created a safe and positive environment which contributed to child's learning and enrichment activities experience
Supervised activities and events, including field trips, ensuring safety.