Samantha Porcello
Saratoga Springs,USA
Summary
Dynamic Student and Family Services Coordinator at Franklin Community Center, adept in child and family advocacy and crisis intervention. Successfully built trusting relationships with families, enhancing engagement and stability. Expert in case coordination and community collaboration, ensuring access to vital resources for at-risk youth and families.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student and Family Services Coordinator
Franklin Community Center
09.2022 - Current
- Serve as a primary point of contact for students and families experiencing social, emotional, and economic challenges
- Coordinated and delivered services for at-risk youth and families, providing crisis intervention, referrals, and ongoing support to enhance well-being
- Advocated for children and families to access essential resources for housing stability, food security, mental health, and basic needs, ensuring comprehensive assistance
- Collaborate with schools, community agencies, and service providers to ensure continuity of care
- Built trusting relationships with families, promoting engagement and stability to achieve positive outcomes in their lives
- Support prevention and education initiatives aligned with New York State OASAS standards
- Maintain confidential records, documentation, and service tracking in compliance with organizational and state guidelines
Education
Bachelor of Science - human services and related fields
SUNY Empire State University
Saratoga Springs, NY05-2028
Skills
- Child and family advocacy
- Crisis intervention and support
- Youth development and prevention
- Case coordination and referral
- Service coordination
- Resource navigation
- Community and school collaboration
- Confidential documentation and record keeping
- Trauma-informed practice
- Communication and relationship building
Certification
New York State OASAS Training and Prevention Education, 30+hours, youth prevention, family engagement, risk reduction, community-based support services
Additional Information
Strong understanding of challenges facing children and families within community and school-based systems, Committed to public service and improving outcomes for vulnerable populations
Timeline
Student and Family Services Coordinator
Franklin Community Center
09.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - human services and related fields
SUNY Empire State University