Natalie Contreras
Stanfield
Summary
Compassionate Family Support Specialist with over 11 years of experience coordinating resources, advocating for clients, and facilitating community workshops. Proven ability to enhance family engagement and foster positive relationships.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Support Specialist
Umatilla-Morrow Education Services District
Hermiston
07.2014 - Current
- Facilitated communication between families and educational staff, improving collaboration and outcomes.
- Collaborated with social service agencies to provide comprehensive support to families.
- Coordinated workshops that enhanced parenting skills and increased family engagement.
- Assisted families in accessing educational resources and support services.
- Educated parents on child development milestones and positive discipline techniques.
- Assisted with the development of parenting skills and strategies for families.
- Managed parent support groups addressing topics such as positive discipline and parenting styles.
- Educated clients and families on tools to communicate better and negotiate issues for improved family relationships.
- Encouraged families to participate in recreational activities that promote bonding.
- Collaborated with community partners to provide families with essential resources and support.
- Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics and needs.
- Established positive relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy and understanding.
- Maintained detailed records of client interactions, progress, and outcomes.
- Participated in weekly staff meetings to discuss caseloads and best practices.
- Advised on public benefits such as food stamps, housing subsidies, Medicaid.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Multidisciplinary Studies
Eastern Oregon University
La Grande, OR06-2011
Skills
- Client advocacy
- Case management
- Educational program development
- Resource coordination
- Community outreach
- Cross-agency collaboration
- Holistic support services
- Parent engagement strategies
- Workshop facilitation
- Child development
- Assessments
- Trauma-informed care
- Evidence-based practice
- Community resources
- Community referrals
- Substance abuse prevention
- Parenting education
- Parenting skills
- Resilience building
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Multicultural awareness
- Effective communication
- Interpersonal communication
- Active listening
- Empowerment techniques
- Conflict resolution
- Self-awareness
- Interpersonal relationships
- Multicultural awareness
- Excellent communication
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Family Support Specialist
Umatilla-Morrow Education Services District
07.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Multidisciplinary Studies
Eastern Oregon University