Sarah Booth
Glenwood,Illinois
Summary
With a proven track record at Glenwood Academy, I excel in childcare expertise and household management, ensuring a nurturing environment for children. My ability to foster relationships and provide academic support showcases my patience and empathy. Achievements include developing individualized plans and leading crisis interventions, significantly enhancing resident well-being and safety.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
House Parent
Glenwood Academy
Glenwood , Illinois
08.2005 - Current
- Tracked residents under general supervision and helped oversee day-to-day care.
- Directed emergency response and crisis interventions.
- Transported children safely from school or other appointments as required.
- Conferred with medical personnel to understand backgrounds and needs of residents.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and standards.
- Developed individualized service plans for each child based on their specific needs.
- Provided a safe, nurturing and supportive environment for children in need of care.
- Ensured that all house rules were followed by all residents living in the home.
- Monitored daily activities of children to ensure their safety.
- Assisted with the development and implementation of behavior plans to promote positive behaviors.
- Conducted regular rounds to keep residents and areas safe and secure.
- Developed and deepened relationships with residents and fellow staff.
- Coordinated special events such as field trips or holiday celebrations within the home environment.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed such as de-escalating aggressive behaviors or managing suicidal ideations.
- Maintained accurate records of each child's progress, behavior and interactions with others.
- Maintained home cleanliness and safety for optimal patient health.
- Chaperoned group-sponsored trips and social functions.
- Responded to crisis situations quickly to maintain calm and immediately determine level of assistance needed.
- Facilitated weekly educational workshops on topics such as personal hygiene, nutrition, conflict resolution.
- Fostered relationships with residents and worked with new residents to optimize acclimation and ease transition to new living environment.
- Led campus tours, new resident orientation and ongoing educational sessions.
- Led weekly meetings to address resident concerns and educate on changes to policies and procedures.
- Answered questions and addressed concerns from employees promptly through email, phone and in person.
- Managed household operations including budgeting, shopping for groceries and supplies and scheduling maintenance repairs.
- Communicated with staff to resolve problems with individual students.
- Adhered to state regulations regarding the supervision of youth in residential facilities.
- Worked collaboratively with case managers, therapists and other professionals involved in caring for the children.
- Developed relationships with families and community resources to support the needs of the children.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Benedictine University
Lisle, IL05-2005
Skills
- Cross-cultural sensitivity
- Patience and empathy
- Academic support
- Childcare expertise
- Household management
- Employee training
- Social skill building
- Progress tracking
- Schedule coordination
Timeline
House Parent
Glenwood Academy
08.2005 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Benedictine University
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