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Patty Williams

Memphis,TN
Patty Williams

Summary

Dedicated Foster Care Provider at Meritian, skilled in nutrition planning and life skills teaching. Successfully enhanced the well-being of children by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and creative problem-solving techniques. Advocated for children's needs in court, ensuring their voices were heard and fostering a nurturing environment that promoted emotional and educational growth.

Overview

27
years of professional experience

Work History

Meritian

Foster Care Provider
06.1998 - 10.2024

Job overview

  • Provided nurturing care and support for children in foster placements.
  • Assisted with daily routines, ensuring safety and comfort for each child.
  • Collaborated with social workers to facilitate communication regarding individual needs.
  • Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of foster care protocols.
  • Maintained open communication with caseworkers and support teams to ensure that the needs of each child were being met effectively.
  • Managed daily routines and schedules, fostering consistency and stability in the lives of foster children.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in foster care provision.
  • Cared for medically fragile children in need of extensive support.
  • Maintained accurate records of foster children''s progress, including medical appointments, medications, school achievements, and behavioral issues.
  • Reduced problem behaviors with positive reinforcement and supportive techniques.
  • Established clear boundaries within the home environment that promoted respect for themselves and others.
  • Prepared and maintained individual beds and personal space for foster children.
  • Assisted foster children with completing homework assignments and improving their overall academic performance.
  • Offered extensive care to troubled older children without likelihood of adoption.
  • Collaborated with caseworkers and support teams to ensure proper care for each individual child in the foster system.
  • Assisted children through recovery from difficult home or school situations.
  • Enhanced the well-being of foster children by providing a safe, nurturing environment and addressing emotional, social, and educational needs.
  • Implemented creative problem-solving techniques to address challenging behaviors exhibited by some foster children while maintaining a supportive atmosphere within the home setting.
  • Provided transportation to school, appointments, extracurricular activities, and family visits as needed.
  • Helped reunify birth families through coordinated visitation strategies.
  • Advocated on behalf of each child in court hearings as necessary.

Education

Flager Career Institute
Saint Augustine, FL

No Degree from Respiratory Therapy

University Overview

Hillcrest Highschool
Memphis, TN

High School Diploma
05-1983

University Overview

Skills

  • Nutrition planning
  • Self-care awareness
  • Life skills teaching
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Activity planning

Interests

  • Cooking
  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Youth Development Programs
  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
  • Creating digital artwork using software like Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate
  • I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
  • Strategy Games
  • Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills

Additional Information

Additional Information

References:

Robin Jackson
Baby Sitter
Phone: 1-662-688-4579
Email: robinjackson1234@att.net
Relationship: Cousin

Willie Dean Cole
Retired
Phone: 901-765-8186
Email: williecole58@gmail.com
Relationship: Family friend

Darien Cole
Federal Express
Phone: 901-747-6371
Email: coolshot12349@gmail.com
Relationship: Son

Erica McKissack
Retired
Phone: 928-247-1342
Email: anuoutlook@yahoo.com
Relationship: Family friend

Timeline

Foster Care Provider
Meritian
06.1998 - 10.2024
Flager Career Institute
No Degree from Respiratory Therapy
Hillcrest Highschool
High School Diploma

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