To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing strong interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Providing positive interaction with public in a fun fast paced fun environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Specialist
Search Child & Family Services
10.2016 - 10.2023
Worked one on one with youth with behavioral and mental health issues.
Developed trusting relationships with families by building rapport, demonstrating empathy, and maintaining
Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
Improved communication within families by facilitating open discussions and teaching effective communication techniques.
Supported children''s academic success by collaborating with school officials to address educational needs and challenges.
Collaborated with school personnel, parents and mental health providers to maintain comprehensive and integrated approach to student services.
Maintained accurate case records, ensuring efficient documentation for ongoing monitoring and progress evaluation.
Evaluated the effectiveness of intervention strategies through regular progress reviews, adjusting approaches as needed for optimal outcomes.
Developed and implemented strategies to reduce and prevent
Visited home environments to help clients develop comprehensive life, technical and job skills.
Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication
Strengthened family relationships through tailored interventions and conflict resolution strategies.
Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for families in crisis situations.
Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Skills
Parenting skills
Interpersonal Relationships
Service planning
Self-care strategies
Behavioral support
Role Modeling
Mental health awareness
Microsoft Office Suite
Coaching
Home visits
Client documentation
MS Office
Written Communication
Conflict Resolution
Military Service
United States Air Force: 4/1988-4/1992; Dental technician/Field Medic, Honorable Discharge
United Coast Guard: 4/1992-5/1998; Fireman: search & rescue, law enforcement; Marine Science Technician: vessel Inspections, pollution response and prevention,
2nd year practicum student at Child and Family Services Slave Lake/ Northwest Child and Family Services High Prairie2nd year practicum student at Child and Family Services Slave Lake/ Northwest Child and Family Services High Prairie
Protective Services Worker at Jobs and Family Services - Child Protection ServicesProtective Services Worker at Jobs and Family Services - Child Protection Services
Certified Peer Support Specialist Supervisor at Catholic Community Services- Child and Family ServicesCertified Peer Support Specialist Supervisor at Catholic Community Services- Child and Family Services