Sheila Pruna-Hernandez
Sanford,FL
Summary
Compassionate Youth Care Worker with 31/2-years background working with unaccompanied childrens and as companion in order to prevent risky behaviors. Adept at preparing, completing daily accurate reports and implementing various behavior modification techniques. Communicative and reliable with commitment to fostering environment which facilitates learning and behavioral management of youth. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Youth Care Specialist
Caminos program
Deltona, FL
05.2021 - Current
- Facilitated group activities designed to teach life skills, such as communication, problem solving and conflict resolution.
- Collaborated with other professionals, such as social workers and teachers, to coordinate services for the youth.
- Provided guidance and support to help young people make positive lifestyle choices.
- Assisted clients in developing coping strategies for dealing with difficult situations.
- Conducted initial intake interview to obtain client information, including biographical data, medical history, presenting problem, legal status, and other pertinent information.
- Documented all patient contact activities in accordance with agency standards and regulations.
- Engaged in recreational activities with clients in order to build relationships and trust.
ESE Paraprofessional
Orange County Schools
Orlando, FL
09.2020 - 12.2021
- Supported students with disabilities in the classroom by providing instruction, guidance, and assistance.
- Provided individualized instruction for students with special needs according to their IEPs.
- Assisted in preparing materials for activities such as art projects, reading activities, and math games.
- Organized physical education classes and recreational activities for students with disabilities.
- Developed positive relationships with students to foster a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Encouraged appropriate behavior through verbal cues and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Assisted teachers in developing lesson plans that met the individual needs of each student with disabilities.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to ESE services and best practices.
- Observed classrooms during testing periods to ensure that all safety protocols were followed properly.
- Supervised lunchroom activities while ensuring all dietary restrictions were respected.
- Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities.
- Prepared instructional materials for specific classroom activities tailored to support student needs.
- Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers and pencils to students.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Sistema Universitario Ana G. Mendez: Universidad Ana G. Mendez - Campus Virtual
Cabo Rojo, PR05-2014
Skills
- Mental Health Support
- Educational Support
- Group and individual sessions
- Life Skills Instruction
- Youth supervision
- Recreational Activities
- Youth interviewing
- Adolescent Counseling
- Policy Development
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Professional
Certification
- CPI Training
- CPR Training
- FDLE Training
Timeline
Lead Youth Care Specialist
Caminos program
05.2021 - Current
ESE Paraprofessional
Orange County Schools
09.2020 - 12.2021
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Sistema Universitario Ana G. Mendez: Universidad Ana G. Mendez - Campus Virtual
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