Regina Haines
Indian Trail,NC
Summary
Resume Addendum
Experienced foster care educator with a proven track record in training and mentoring foster parents. An advocate contributing to positive outcomes for foster parents and children in foster care. Ready to enhance my knowledge and strengths for families and children.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Foster Parent Co-Teacher
Youth And Family Services Of Mecklenburg
Charlotte, NC
12.2016 - 04.2023
- Taught parents how to promote a positive living environment.
- Trained and/or assessed prospective foster or adoptive parents.
- Mentored new foster parents on best practices and policies.
- Maintained accurate records of my children in foster care.
- Arranged opportunities for interaction outside the home, parties, games, etc.
- Coach parents on effective child-rearing strategies and choices.
- Engaged with schools to support my children facing academic or social challenges.
- Two to three times a year. I co-taught, TIPS-MAPP and Trauma-Informed classes for potential foster parents with a licensed social worker.
Foster Parent and Foster Parent Mentor
Foster Village Charlotte
Charlotte, NC
07.2012 - 01.2022
- Provided support and mentorship to new foster parents of different ages through the Foster Village Charlotte.
- Coached foster parents on best practices for providing foster care.
- Adhered to state policies regarding licensing requirements and regulations related to foster care services.
- Attended court hearings to advocate for the best interests of the children.
- Provided safe, nurturing, and stable environment for foster children, ensuring their well-being.
- Advocated for children's educational and special needs.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities related to foster care services.
- A foster parent for over 10 years.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Child Welfare
NC DSS Child Welfare Services
Charlotte, NCSkills
- Training development
- Child advocacy
- TIPS-MAPP
Certification
Model Approach to Partnerships in Parenting (TIPS-MAPP)
Timeline
Foster Parent Co-Teacher
Youth And Family Services Of Mecklenburg
12.2016 - 04.2023
Foster Parent and Foster Parent Mentor
Foster Village Charlotte
07.2012 - 01.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Child Welfare
NC DSS Child Welfare Services