Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Mayra Medina

Brownsville

Summary

Dedicated Human Services Professional and Supervisor with over 4 years of comprehensive experience in youth care management and ORR shelter operations. Proven track record of executing strict safety protocols, managing large scale facility logistics, and leading multidisciplinary staff. Highly skilled in crisis prevention and de-escalation guidelines, utilizing CPI protocols to manage emergency interventions and protect resident well being. Experienced in conducting policy training and staff development to ensure continuous compliance with state and federal licensing standards.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Escort Youth Care Worker

Upbring
02.2022 - 03.2026

· Supervise safely transportation of UACs during recreational, vocational and medical outings, following safety protocols.

· Assist in immediate transfer of children to needed locations.

· Accompany children from discharge to reunification process.

· Communicate with supervisors with needed documentations during flights, outings and shelter activities.

· Conduct a vehicle revision before utilizing it for program outings. Document and notify immediately to the correspondent Supervisor of any maintenance on the vehicle needes.

· Communicate with case management department before, during and after reunification flights.

· Prepared at any moment of needed emergency evacuation or unforeseen occurrences.

· Direct supervision of children while in ORR care.

  • Facilitated group activities that promoted teamwork and social skills among residents.
  • Monitored daily behavior and documented progress to ensure adherence to treatment goals.
  • Conducted regular safety checks and maintained facility cleanliness, ensuring a secure and hygienic environment for all program participants.
  • Completed clear and concise documentation of youth behavior and actions.
  • Ensured proper medication administration for individuals under my care according to doctors'' orders.
  • Assisted youth with obtaining resources such as food, clothing and shelter.

Shift Supervisor

CHS Medical
04.2021 - 11.2021
  • Supervised daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Communicated daily with Program Administration and Department Leads.
  • Performed necessary documentation and follow up on resident grievances.
  • Address employee performance issues in a timely manner and maintaining documentation of conversations using memorandums and emails.
  • Assisted Residents in moments of crisis and ensured residents safety and wellbeing.
  • Communicate frequently with other Shift Supervisors and Shift Leaders regarding Important information about residents and provide staff with daily feedback.
  • Logistically prepared and organized recreational and religious outings.
  • Completed SIRs according to ORR mandated specific timeframes.
  • Communicated with PSA for possible SA-SIRs and completed appropriate documentations in a timely manner.
  • Coordinate on-site community meetings, and ensuring weekend group dynamics were completed.
  • Promoted and maintained a positive peer group culture.
  • Performed approval and timecard corrections.
  • · Ensured New Employees check list were completed and personally ensured New Employees understood all expected policies to be complied.
  • Updated Policy Binder with the most up to date policies.
  • Conducted Intake and Discharge Services.
  • Assisted Intake Department sending necessary emails to other departments, updating discharge list, and updating current resident count as intake and discharges were completed.
  • Conducted Intake paperwork and organized UACs personal items.
  • Documented appropriately NTA (Notice to Appear) and other DHS provided documents.
  • Assisted Case Aides in the proper intake and discharge portal updates.
  • Assisted in treatment team meetings for UACs under our care with mental health and behavioral issues.
  • Ensured proper communication with Clinical and Medical Department in transfer of Residents to behavioral centers.
  • Communicated in a daily basis with Clinical department regarding concerns with Residents behavioral/mental Health.
  • · During intake and discharge I updated UC Portal status and KIMs as needed.
  • · Communicated with Travel Coordinator for discharge paperwork and flight information.
  • · Ensured new residents received all necessary program Issued items.
  • · Ensured all confidential paperwork for UACs and Employees were stored appropriately in accordance to ORR and Licensing regulations.
  • · Completed administrative and clerical duties, such as scanning, faxing, copying, printing and scheduling meetings and appointments with YCWs and UACS.
  • · Communicated with Training Department in scheduling YCWs to mandated trainings and meetings.
  • Trained new staff on operational procedures and best practices for patient care.
  • Coordinated shift schedules to optimize coverage and maintain service quality.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced team productivity and reduced errors.
  • Facilitated communication between departments to streamline patient management processes.
  • Conducted performance evaluations, providing feedback to foster employee development.
  • Enforced company policies and regulations with employees.
  • Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.

Site Lead Supervisor

CHS Medical/ COBB Covid-19
04.2021 - 06.2021
  • Supervision of all Youth Care Department, Logistics and Medical Assistants.
  • Performed as needed Intake and Discharge paperwork, approval of release and reunification's on site.
  • Communicated with Dallas Event Center Emergency Shelter, on transfer approvals and daily notification of facility population.
  • Communicated with MVM on Residents transfers and travel arrangements.
  • Ensured appropriate shelter care and line of sight supervision of unaccompanied minors by
  • Ensuring assigned staff were handled appropriately and is organized.
  • Supports the Program Manager through formal meetings including ZOOM meetings with other facilities.
  • Communicates frequently with other shelter site departments and supports staff regarding important information about residents.
  • Provided assistance to UACs who were Covid-19 positive and ensured medical accessed minors in a timely manner.
  • Oversaw daily operations and ensured compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency.
  • Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices and procedures.
  • Coordinated team schedules to optimize resource allocation and coverage.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align project goals with organizational objectives.
  • Collaborated with other Site Leads to share best practices and improve overall company performance.
  • Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll, and ordered new materials for sites.

Lead Youth Care Supervisor

CHS Medical`
01.2020 - 04.2021
  • Ensured appropriate shelter care and line of sight supervision of unaccompanied minors by assigning staff to the appropriate ratio as per Licensing Regulations.
  • Support the Lead Supervisor and YCW Supervisor through formal or informal supervision and provided staff with ongoing feedback.
  • Ensured YCWs were assigned with Residents who required one on one supervision due to behavioral issues and mental health medications.
  • Assisted during moments of crisis with UACs and communicated with on call clinician for risk assessments.
  • Communicate frequently with Shift Supervisors and Shift Leaders regarding Important information about residents and provide staff with constant feedback.
  • Updated Policy Binder with the most up to date policies.
  • Updated data of current UACs into the information system.
  • Maintained a well-organized program record of employees and UACs records in accordance with program and Licensing standards.
  • Assisted YCW Supervisor with the completion of SIRs ensuring minors safety and wellbeing.
  • Communicated with PSA for possible SA-SIRs and completed appropriate documentations in a timely manner.
  • Assisted Intake Department sending necessary emails to other departments, updating discharge list, and updating current resident count as intake and discharges were completed.
  • Conducted Intake paperwork and organized UACs personal items.
  • Documented appropriately NTA (Notice to Appear) and other DHS provided documents.
  • Ensured new residents received all necessary program Issued items.
  • Performed placements for daily floor assignments ensuring ratio was always met.
  • Assisted COVID- 19 positive residents with medication and temperature checks through shift.
  • Communicated with Travel Coordinator for discharge paperwork and flight information.

· Ensured new residents received all necessary program Issued items.

· Ensured all confidential paperwork for UACs and Employees were stored appropriately in accordance to ORR and Licensing regulations.

· Completed administrative and clerical duties, such as scanning, faxing, copying, printing and scheduling meetings and appointments with YCWs and UACS.

Youth Care Worker

Casa Padre South West Keys
08.2018 - 11.2019
  • Provided direct care and support to youth in residential setting.
  • Facilitated individual and group activities promoting social skills and emotional well-being.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop personalized care plans for residents.
  • Monitored behavior and implemented interventions to ensure safety and compliance with policies.
  • Implemented behavior management techniques to support emotional and social development.
  • Monitored and documented resident progress, ensuring accurate records of behavioral changes.
  • Led crisis intervention sessions, effectively de-escalating challenging situations with residents.
  • Provided a safe and nurturing environment for at-risk youth through consistent supervision and positive reinforcement.
  • Delivered crisis intervention services when necessary, addressing urgent concerns promptly while maintaining safety for all involved parties.
  • Aided with crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and offering peer counseling.
  • Assisted in proper evacuation of youth during emergency situations such as inclement weather.
  • Maintained detailed records of each youth's progress and challenges to inform care strategies and interventions.
  • Ensured proper medication administration for individuals under my care according to doctors'' orders.
  • Assisted youth with obtaining resources such as food, clothing and shelter.
  • Completed clear and concise documentation of youth behavior and actions.

Education

No Degree - Social Work

Texas Southmost College
Brownsville
05.2027

Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant

Kaplan College
Brownsville
07.2010

Skills

Experienced human services professional with a strong background in program operations, crisis intervention, and supervisory leadership

Timeline

Escort Youth Care Worker

Upbring
02.2022 - 03.2026

Shift Supervisor

CHS Medical
04.2021 - 11.2021

Site Lead Supervisor

CHS Medical/ COBB Covid-19
04.2021 - 06.2021

Lead Youth Care Supervisor

CHS Medical`
01.2020 - 04.2021

Youth Care Worker

Casa Padre South West Keys
08.2018 - 11.2019

No Degree - Social Work

Texas Southmost College

Medical Assistant - Medical Assistant

Kaplan College
Mayra Medina