Ruby Logan
Bowie,MD
Summary
Dedicated professional with a passion for social services and program development. I possess extensive experience in advocating for the social well-being of individuals and families. Demonstrated expertise in providing guidance, support, and assistance. I exhibit strong communication and management skills, with a commitment to cultivate better opportunities for individuals and families.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Intervention Service Coordinator
Office Of The State Superintendent Of Education
Washington, DC
12.2017 - 11.2023
- Adhered to the federally mandated timelines for prompt assessment, evaluation, service delivery, and Part B transition as outlined in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
- Managed a substantial and diverse caseload, consistently handling between 60 and 80 cases simultaneously.
- Improved child outcomes by closely monitoring progress and adjusting intervention strategies as needed.
- Provided ongoing support and guidance to families throughout the early intervention process, fostering trust and rapport.
- Conducted home visits and family interviews to gather relevant data and information to ascertain the child's and family's requirements.
- Identified program trends, accomplishments, and best practices, as well as areas for improvement and concerns.
- Collaborated with and leveraged community resources to make appropriate referrals and establish connections for services beyond early intervention.
Community Resource Advocate
Prince George's County Department Of Social Services
Landover, MD
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Offered family support and services in a community school setting through the Community Resource Advocate Program at Prince George's County Public Schools.
- Supported a diverse student population of approximately 480 at a Title I School.
- Engaged in comprehensive school-wide initiatives aimed at recognizing and effectively addressing the diverse interests and demands of both students and their parents.
- Completed and analyzed assessments of students' and parents' needs using the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) assessment tool.
- Served as a liaison between the program and social service program operations to promote new and crosscutting initiatives.
- Identified, implemented, and managed the provision of all prescribed referrals made to families.
- Facilitated community outreach efforts involving stakeholders to connect students and parents to community-based services.
Educational Support Specialist
Advocates For Justice And Education, Inc.
Washington, DC
04.2013 - 04.2016
- Offered direct advocacy to clients by formulating strategies to tackle educational concerns, as well as educating them about their child's educational rights.
- Facilitated training sessions and workshops for parents, youths, and professionals, conducting an average of two to four trainings per month.
- Provided information to clients regarding their school placement options for their child, ensuring that each child received a Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).
- Extended support to clients during Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), Individual Education Program (IEP), and other school-related meetings.
- Conducted client intake assessments through the community telephone line.
- Contributed to the agency's quarterly newsletters, website, and other publications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Pedology (Study of Children And Child Development)
Bowie State University
Bowie, MDSkills
- Family Support
- Interviewing skills
- Assessment skills
- Policy understanding
- Individualized Planning
- Resource Identification
- Progress Monitoring
- Cognitive Development
- Community Outreach
- Special Education expertise
- Written and verbal communication
- Data Analysis
Timeline
Early Intervention Service Coordinator
Office Of The State Superintendent Of Education
12.2017 - 11.2023
Community Resource Advocate
Prince George's County Department Of Social Services
08.2016 - 05.2017
Educational Support Specialist
Advocates For Justice And Education, Inc.
04.2013 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Science - Pedology (Study of Children And Child Development)
Bowie State University