Marlem Garcia
Oak Park,United States
Summary
- Invested Social Worker dedicated to forming trusting relationships and advocating for best interest of clients. Expertise in child development, behavioral theory, crisis intervention, family support, forensics, and advocacy .
- Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
- To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nanny
Moskowitz Family
12.2021 - Current
- Care for a 3-year-old and a 10 month-old.
- Weekly planning on educational activities to stimulate physical, social, and cognitive development.
- Light housework related to childcare, such as laundry, meal prep, cleaning up after meals, tidying child’s bedroom.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
- Handled challenging behavioral issues using appropriate discipline strategies and proactive communication with parents.
- Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Encouraged physical activity with outdoor play, sports, and fitness games for improved health and motor skills development.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
- Supported character-building qualities such as responsibility, respect, empathy, and self-discipline through consistent modeling of behavior expectations.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
- Assisted in the development of social skills by arranging playdates with peers in a supervised setting.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for school pick-ups/drop-offs or appointments while prioritizing safety precautions during transit.
- Expanded cultural awareness through exposure to diverse activities, literature, and cuisine, fostering an appreciation for global perspectives in young minds.
- Implemented effective sleep training techniques that established healthy bedtime routines resulting in improved sleep quality.
- Organized family vacations and outings that catered to children''s interests, creating memorable experiences for the entire family.
- Transported children to and from school, medical appointments and extra-curricular activities.
- Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
Educator Assistant
YWCA Metropolitan Chicago
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Present Prevention Education programs in designated communities.
- Speak to community groups, businesses, and professional and religious organizations about sexual violence issues.
- Assisted lead educator in managing classroom behavior, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment for all students.
- Facilitated small-group instruction sessions targeting specific skill gaps among struggling learners for academic success.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by modeling enthusiasm, empathy, and respect for all members of the school community.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to share best practices, resources, and ideas for continuous improvement in teaching methodologies.
Family Advocate Intern
Proviso Children Advocacy Center
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Responsible for family and children initial intake
- Advocate
- Help families get connected with outside resources such as economic security programs, if needed.
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for families in need.
- Helped identify areas for improvement within the organization''s service delivery model by actively participating in program evaluations.
- Improved family relationships by offering guidance and support during difficult situations.
Nanny
College Nannies, Sitters, and Tutors
09.2017 - 09.2020
- Responsible for providing childcare
- Duties include cleaning, preparing children’s meals, providing transportation for children to and from school and activities
- Knowledge on educational activities to stimulate physical, social, and cognitive development
- Light housework related to childcare, such as laundry, meal prep, cleaning up after meals, tidying children’s bedrooms, and bath duties
- Transporting children to and from school and other events with car transportation
- Spanish introduction as a second language
- Spanish resources provided and created age-appropriate Spanish lessons
- Meet with parents monthly to discuss children’s behavior, plans for individual weeks, and potential cases of discipline as well as solutions for the child.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
- Collaborated closely with parents in establishing boundaries/rules within the household which helped maintain consistency across all environments.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Ensured children''s safety and comfort by consistently monitoring their environment and addressing potential hazards.
Intern
ASSOCIATION FOR INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT, DAY PROGRAM
01.2019 - 07.2019
- Responsible for the implementation planning of daily activities and accompanied clients and staff on outings
- Provided direct care and assistance to clients
- In addition, responsibilities included participating in group sessions, and recreational activities.
Education
Masters in social work - Specialization in Forensics
05.2024
- Professional Development: ICASA forty-hour sexual assault crisis intervention training
Bachelor of Human Services - Psychology
06.2019
Associate of Arts -
05.2018
Skills
- Communication Skills
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Leadership
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Ability to Multitask
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Adaptability
- Motivated Attitude
- Case Management
- Staff Training and Onboarding
- Applied Behavioral Analysis
- Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP)
- DSM-IV knowledge
- Client Advocacy
- Conflict Resolution
- Crisis Intervention
- Risk Assessment
- Intervention Planning
- Case Documentation
- Client Confidentiality
- Empathy building
- Crisis Assessment
- CPR, First Aid, AED
Personal Information
Title: Social Work Master Level Intern
References
- Madeleine Stamper, madeleine.stamper@kirkland.com, (773) 962-7206
- Sara Moskowitz, sara@somaticpsychotherapychicago.com, (862) 812-6133
Hobbies and Interests
Outside of the world of human services, I find joy in a variety of hobbies that bring balance to my life. These hobbies not only contribute to my well-being but also enhance my ability to approach daily life with a fresh perspective, fostering a holistic approach to both my professional and personal life.
- Volunteering and Community involvement
- Writing
- Traveling: Enjoy learning about different cultures and languages.
- Yoga
- Literature
Certification
- ICASA forty-hour sexual assault crisis intervention training Training - September 2023
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Educator Assistant - YWCA Metropolitan Chicago
09.2023 - 05.2024
Nanny - Moskowitz Family
12.2021 - Current
Family Advocate Intern - Proviso Children Advocacy Center
09.2021 - 05.2022
Intern - ASSOCIATION FOR INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT, DAY PROGRAM
01.2019 - 07.2019
Nanny - College Nannies, Sitters, and Tutors
09.2017 - 09.2020
Aurora University - Masters in social work, Specialization in Forensics
National Louis University - Bachelor of Human Services, Psychology
College of DuPage Community College - Associate of Arts,