Dynamic JJ Youth Advocate Coordinator with a proven track record at Eliot Community Human Services, adept in conflict management and program planning. Excelled in developing positive environments and enhancing team performance through effective training and critical thinking. Bilingual in English/Spanish, significantly improved staff and youth relations, ensuring safety and compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
JJ Youth Advocate Coordinator
Eliot Community Human Services
09.2007 - Current
Daily coordination of direct-care staff and youth in executing the plan of the day in accordance with program, DYS, DEEC and ECHS policies and procedures.
Participate ni the development and implementation of Individual Service Plans of youth.
Develop a positive program environment for the youth and staff.
Assign and/or facilitate daily groups.
Submit timely, complete, legible and accurate documentation as required.
Safely transport residents to activities, appointments, school, work, and visits.
Conduct documented supervision of assigned staff.
Ensure safety and security of the program including security checks.
Maintain an evaluative awareness of program culture through ongoing observation, participation and assessment. Report serious incidents to on-site supervisor or on-call staff.
Conduct and submit staff supervisions and performance evaluations in a timely fashion.
Provide routine feedback and guidance ot staff recommend employee disciplinary or corrective action plans.
Participate in the training of new program staff.
Assist with the development of program and staff schedules. Ensure that all documentation is completed by the end of shift in accordance with regulatory and ECHS policy and procedures.
Responsible for promoting and upholding the principles of Corporate Compliance and the ECHS Corporate Compliance program. Adhere to all ECHS policies and procedures including the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality, and HIPPA.
Obtain and maintain current certifications in CPR, First Aid, CPI, Suicide Prevention.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Quinsigamond Community College
Worcester, MA
05.2007
Skills
Microsoft office
Document Review
Conflict Management
Program Planning
Safety Monitoring
Listening skill
Critical Thinking
Behavioral support
Relationship Building
Bilingual English/Spanish
Policy Analyses
Data Collection
Timeline
JJ Youth Advocate Coordinator
Eliot Community Human Services
09.2007 - Current
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Quinsigamond Community College
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