Marylene Suliya Herady
Stillwater,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Poised Guardian ad Litem with experience in child and families advocacy, and support. Expert at conducting assessments, developing individualized care plans, and providing recommendations in court proceedings. Upbeat and encouraging with attention on modeling and coaching appropriate behavior and practices.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Guardian Ad Litem
Minnesota State Guardian Ad Litem Board
05.2020 - Current
- Improve case outcomes by conducting thorough investigations and presenting comprehensive reports to the court.
- Manage a regular case load of average 20 cases.
- Effectively advocate for children''s best interests, resulting in positive changes in their home environments.
- Enhance communication between parties by facilitating regular meetings and maintaining open lines of dialogue.
- Ensure accurate representation of children''s needs and wishes through diligent observation and analysis of family dynamics.
- Collaborate with professionals from various disciplines to develop comprehensive recommendations for each child''s wellbeing.
- Promote child safety by identifying potential risks and recommending appropriate interventions or placements.
- Demonstrate commitment to cultural competency, considering diverse backgrounds when making recommendations for children''s care.
- Maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive information, upholding ethical standards throughout court proceedings.
- Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay informed about current trends and best practices in child advocacy.
- Contribute to a positive team environment by sharing knowledge, offering assistance, and collaborating on complex cases.
- Streamline documentation processes by implementing organized systems for tracking case progress and updating records as needed.
- Negotiate effectively on behalf of children during mediation sessions, working towards mutually beneficial resolutions whenever possible.
- Increase understanding of legal proceedings among parents/guardians through clear explanations and guidance throughout the process.
- Support children during courtroom appearances by providing emotional reassurance and helping them understand the purpose of their testimony.
- Uphold strict ethical standards when making recommendations, ensuring that children''s best interests remained the primary focus at all times.
- Help clients navigate social services system and access needed resources.
- Track service activities and outcomes against outlined plans and goals.
- Keep case files updated, accurate and aligned with requirements.
- Advocate in crisis situations to obtain support for clients and reduce escalation or recurrence risks.
Deli Chef
Kowalski's Markets
07.2016 - 07.2019
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality deli products and exceptional service.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency and productivity.
- Developed creative menu options, resulting in improved sales and customer retention.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment, adhering to strict food safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless service during peak hours.
- Received numerous positive customer reviews by consistently exceeding expectations.
- Mentored new staff members, assisting them in quickly adapting to the fast-paced deli environment.
- Continually refined recipes based on customer feedback, leading to an increase in overall satisfaction ratings over time.
- Assisted customers with special dietary needs or allergies by offering personalized meal recommendations.
- Trained new team members on kitchen operations and safety protocols.
Parenting Coach/Consultant
Self-employeed
05.2012 - 10.2015
- Established developmentally group support and activities for parents and families.
- Followed-up with outside mental health services providers to coordinate at home support.
- Counseled parents in parenting skills and co-parenting skills for divorced and separated parents.
- Facilitated communication through mediation to mitigate conflicts and/or reach agreements between parents for efficient co-parenting relationships.
- Facilitated communication between parents to mitigate conflicts and reestablish healthy communication.
- Developed and implemented skill-building activities focused on emotions management and non-violent communication skills.
- Developed specific curriculum for online parenting courses.
- Promoted parent and teacher partnerships and communication to support children educational goals.
- Collaborated with Child Protection and Mental Health Services referring clients to my services.
- Provided written reports on parents and children's progress as requested by Child Protection Services and other providers.
- Managed and maintained behavioral and counseling case notes documenting plans, interventions, implementations and progress.
Social Worker - Child and Youth
State Agencies
08.1998 - 10.2015
- Enhanced family relationships by conducting regular home visits and providing support for parents and caregivers.
- Improved children''s well-being by developing individualized care plans and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.
- Reduced risk factors for child abuse and neglect by implementing evidence-based interventions and programs.
- Facilitated smoother transitions between foster homes, ensuring proper documentation and communication among stakeholders.
- Promoted positive youth development by organizing afterschool activities, mentorship programs, and educational workshops.
- Strengthened community partnerships to provide additional resources for at-risk children and families in need of assistance.
- Ensured timely intervention in crisis situations, coordinating with emergency services and other professionals as needed.
- Advocated for children''s best interests in court proceedings, presenting case findings and recommendations to judges and legal representatives.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of child safety, identifying areas of concern and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with medical providers to ensure optimal physical health outcomes for children in care or under supervision.
- Supported successful reunification efforts by facilitating family counseling sessions that addressed underlying issues impacting the household dynamics.
- Assisted adolescents transitioning out of foster care through life skills training programs focused on education, employment, housing stability goals.
- Developed culturally sensitive approaches when working with diverse populations of children and families experiencing various challenges.
- Delivered specialized case management services tailored to the unique needs of each child or youth on my caseload.
- Mentored young people facing social/emotional difficulties offering guidance that contributed positively to their overall personal growth trajectory.
- Streamlined processes within multidisciplinary meetings, fostering a more collaborative environment to discuss case progress and improvements.
- Educated parents on available support services, enabling them to effectively navigate systems of care for their children''s benefit.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Managed a consistent active case load of an average 30 families.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Developed and implemented programs to support children's mental health and well-being.
- Arranged medical and psychiatric tests to identify difficulties and indicate potential remedial approaches.
- Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
- Facilitated groups to address specific needs such as grief and loss, anger management and social skills.
- Facilitated family meetings to ensure communication and collaboration between family members.
- Contributed to court proceedings, advocating for family's best interests and recommending balanced solutions.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
- Implemented research-based interventions and strategies to support positive behavior and social-emotional development.
- Developed and implemented strategies to reduce and prevent family conflict.
Education
Social Work
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI06.2023
Permanency And Adoption Competency Certificate - Child Welfare
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Minneapolis, MN06.2022
Child Welfare
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Saint Paul, MN05.2021
Clinical Psychology
University of Fribourg
Fribourg/Switzerland 2001
Social Sciences
University of Lausanne
Lausanne/Switzerland 1997
Skills
- Child Advocacy
- Case Management
- Interviewing Techniques
- Problem Solving
- Active Listening
- Interpersonal Skills
- Effective Communication
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
- Confidentiality Maintenance
- Ethical Conduct
- Staff Education and Training
Affiliations
- Volunteer with Lasagna LOVE, nationwide non profit impacting positively communities by connecting neighbors with neighbors through homemade meal delivery. This activity allows me to practice my passion for cooking while supporting my community in preparing meals for those in need.
- Jewelry maker with a group supporting African American women through Craft and Art
- Hiking and Biking
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
German
Limited Working
Italian
Elementary
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Guardian Ad Litem
Minnesota State Guardian Ad Litem Board
05.2020 - Current
Deli Chef
Kowalski's Markets
07.2016 - 07.2019
Parenting Coach/Consultant
Self-employeed
05.2012 - 10.2015
Social Worker - Child and Youth
State Agencies
08.1998 - 10.2015
Social Work
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Permanency And Adoption Competency Certificate - Child Welfare
University of Minnesota - Twin Cities
Child Welfare
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Clinical Psychology
University of Fribourg
Social Sciences
University of Lausanne
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