Melissa Hughes
Canyon Lake,TX
Summary
Dedicated Professional who holds graduate level education in Human Services in the areas of Conflict Management and Mediation as well as Counseling.
Excel in training individuals from diverse backgrounds to attain levels of competency and proficiency through mentoring new team members, instilling confidence while providing hands on experience.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Intervention Specialist
Any Baby Can
08.2000 - Current
- Promote family engagement in the early intervention process by providing resources, education, and guidance on supporting their child''s development at home.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify children''s strengths and needs.
- Support families in navigating complex systems of care by offering information on available resources and facilitating connections with appropriate providers.
- Contribute to a positive work environment by collaborating closely with colleagues and sharing best practices, resulting in improved service delivery across the team.
- Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulations related to early intervention services, ensuring the highest quality of care for children and families.
- Advocate for children''s needs within various settings such as schools or community programs to promote inclusion and accessibility of services.
Cancer Information Specialist
American Cancer Society
02.1998 - 08.2000
- Assisted patrons with complex research inquiries, providing expert guidance and personalized support throughout the process.
- Served as Training Mentor to over 40 new cancer information specialists
Education
Master of Arts - Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2012
Master of Arts - Conflict Mediation
St. Edwards University
Austin, TX12.1997
Skills
Crisis intervention strategies
Flexible approach
Individualized assessment
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Family-Centered Approach
Parent Coaching and Support
Conflict Mediation
Teaching and Training
Organizational Skills
Special Education Knowledge
Child development expertise
Timeline
Early Intervention Specialist
Any Baby Can
08.2000 - Current
Cancer Information Specialist
American Cancer Society
02.1998 - 08.2000
Master of Arts - Counseling
Grand Canyon University
Master of Arts - Conflict Mediation
St. Edwards University