Selene Molina
Chicago,IL
Summary
Concerned Youth Care Worker experienced in working with children and youth ranging from early childhood through teenagers. Adept at guaranteeing adolescents are safe and well taken care of. Coping with crisis situations and empathizing with juveniles from different backgrounds. Talented in developing and implementing core plans to meet individualized needs of children and young adults. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Care Worker
Heartland Alliance Human Care
10.2023 - Current
- Assisted youth with obtaining resources such as food, clothing and shelter.
- Completed clear and concise documentation of youth behavior and actions.
- Utilized system model to teach youth life skills in accordance with individualized treatment plans.
- Aided with crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and offering peer counseling.
- Evaluated needs of youth and outlined measures to address.
- Attended Handle With Care trainings to enhance staff and youth safety during physical intervention.
- Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
- Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
Child Caregiver
Private Care
09.2010 - 09.2016
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play, and instruction.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Created and implemented diverse educational strategies to boost development.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to children during difficult times.
- Assisted in potty training and other daily hygiene activities to support child development.
- Worked with children to develop good cognitive, physical and language skills.
- Introduced children to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
Caseworker
Unity Immigration Law Office
05.2012 - 07.2016
- Maintained high level of client confidentiality, following strict guidelines, and recommendations.
- Monitored case progress for timely completion and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Assessed needs of each client and recommended appropriate services and resources.
- Offered support and direction to families and coordinated with court system and other community agencies for treatment.
- Conducted client intake interviews to determine client service need and eligibility.
- Assisted clients with immigration application completion to improve timeliness of case review and disposition.
- Contributed to client case file preparation and verified inclusion of required documentation.
- Interacted with telephone callers and answered questions about immigration attorneys' services.
- Monitored immigration law developments and procedural changes to improve client service quality and case outcomes.
- Filed correspondence and legal documents in correct client files and transmitted applicable documentation to courts and government agencies.
- Analyzed client documentation and history to determine eligibility for immigration-related benefits.
- Compiled client application packets and included relevant documentation to present strongest case for successful outcome.
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
- Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements, and managed firm administrative matters.
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
- Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
Education
No Degree - Radiology
Institute Of Radiology
Mexico04.2025
High School Diploma -
El Monte High School
El Monte, CA06.2010
Skills
- Resource Coordination
- Youth Advocacy
- Youth Supervision
- Active Listening
- Educational Support
- Problem Solving
- Mandated Reporting
- Crisis Intervention
- Resilience Building
- First Aid Certification
- Case Management
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Child Development
- Time Management
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Patient Advocacy
- Emotional Support
- Decision-Making
- Program Evaluation
- Life Skills Instruction
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- CPI Certified
- Medication Administration Training
- OSHA Training
- Behavior Management Training
- ORR Training
- DCFS Training
Timeline
Youth Care Worker
Heartland Alliance Human Care
10.2023 - Current
Caseworker
Unity Immigration Law Office
05.2012 - 07.2016
Child Caregiver
Private Care
09.2010 - 09.2016
No Degree - Radiology
Institute Of Radiology
High School Diploma -
El Monte High School
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- CPI Certified
- Medication Administration Training
- OSHA Training
- Behavior Management Training
- ORR Training
- DCFS Training
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