NIQUITA HAMPTON
Joliet,IL
Summary
I am seeking full-time employment at a job that allows me to utilize my communication and people skills, while being able showcase my work ethic and persistence that I have gained through my previous work experiences. My reliability and professional demeanor coupled with my educational background and dedication. I am adequate in any job which allows working well with others, not only benefiting myself and the company. I am very enthusiastic, personable, and always eager to learn new skills. Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Support Specialist/ Engagement Coordinator
Childcare Resources &Referral
10.2022 - Current
- Complete Intake documents with Families
- Enrolled Children into Early Headstart/ Preschool for All Programs
- Collaborate with Community Resources/ Partner Sites
- Input Documents and Information in COPA system.
Child Protection Specialist
DCFS
Joliet, IL
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Receive and investigates reports of alleged child abuse/neglect within mandated time limit
- Select, summarizes, and presents case materials for transfer to permanency caseworker
- Interview clients and professional to obtain information purpose of findings on allegations
- Coordinate the placement of children in substitute care facilities
Family Advocate II
Easterseals
Hillside, IL
02.2019 - 04.2022
- Implement the Baby Talk model and curriculum to fidelity for families enrolled in PI program.
- Participate in Enrollment/Recruitment campaign, annual self-assessment, community assessment and PIR
- Accompany and support families at IEP/IFSP meetings and through the process ofc enrolling child in services.
- Schedule Screening review team and social emotional review team meeting with parents and team
Specialist in Program Excellence
Henry Booth House
Chicago, IL
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Monitor COPA, sites, reports and content area, conduct monthly review of PIR data for children, family and sites.
- Provide training and technical assistance to Community site staff for Head Start content area.
- Participates in community boards, civic organizations, ECE councils, advisory groups.
- Conduct educational activities and presentations to organizations, community groups, schools and general public.
Preschool Head Start Teacher Associate
Catholic Charities Head Start
Joliet, IL
12.2009 - 04.2018
- Participates in the Case Management staffing with prepare notes.
- Conduct ongoing child assessment per program year.
- Participate in daily team meetings and share information with classroom and staff.
- Collaboration with teacher develop weekly lesson plans, include individual goals and goals for child's Individual Education program.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Human Services /Child Family Welfare -
Kaplan University
09.2016
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel & PowerPoint
- Fax Machine
- Family Dynamics
- Child abuse and neglect dynamics
- Community Resources
- Client Advocacy
- Case Management
- Family case plans
- Eligibility Requirements
- Eligibility assessments
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Family Support
- Goal Setting
- Family services
- Child Development
- Problem-solving abilities
References
References are available upon request
Timeline
Family Support Specialist/ Engagement Coordinator
Childcare Resources &Referral
10.2022 - Current
Child Protection Specialist
DCFS
04.2022 - 10.2022
Family Advocate II
Easterseals
02.2019 - 04.2022
Specialist in Program Excellence
Henry Booth House
06.2018 - 01.2019
Preschool Head Start Teacher Associate
Catholic Charities Head Start
12.2009 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science in Human Services /Child Family Welfare -
Kaplan University