TOAMCA TILLMAN
Chicago,IL
Summary
Skilled in behavior management and youth advocacy, I excelled at Heartland Human Services by open discussions and promoting positive interactions among at-risk youth. My collaborative efforts in designing engaging activities and implementing educational support significantly enhanced youth development, showcasing my dedication to child welfare and mental health support.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Care Worker
Heartland Human Services
11.2023 - Current
- Manage and Provided guidance by facilitating open discussions with youth about feelings and experiences.
- Reported observations to supervisors for informing treatment plans and improving care strategies.
- Implemented behavior management techniques by addressing conflicts and promoting positive interactions.
- Designed engaging activities by collaborating with colleagues to meet diverse interests of youth.
- Improved communication skills among youths by encouraging group discussions and collaborative projects.
- Enhanced youth development by implementing structured activities and educational support.
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for at-risk youth through consistent supervision and positive reinforcement.
- Conducted regular safety checks and maintained facility cleanliness, ensuring a secure and hygienic environment for all program participants.
- Manage and Disturbing Medication,Therapy visits and Doctor Appointments
- Facilitate Court transportations.
- Supervise and Manage School Enrollment
- Point person ( Role of leadership and Supervise)
- Facilitated conflict resolution among program participants, fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding within the group setting.
Personal Care Assistant
Department of Human Services
11.2009 - 12.2023
- Employed automated medication dispensers to ensure accurate and timely administration of prescribed drugs.
- Manage and Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and heart rate, to track patient health status.
- Operated patient lifting devices to safely transfer individuals with mobility challenges.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance patient well-being and reduce feelings of isolation.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, sharing updates with family members and healthcare providers as necessary.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
Youth Care Worker
Chicago Youth Centers
05.2003 - 12.2009
- Implemented behavior management techniques by addressing conflicts and promoting positive interactions.
- Provided guidance by facilitating open discussions with youth about feelings and experiences.
- Identified signs of distress for timely intervention and prevention of escalation in challenging situations.
- Designed engaging activities by collaborating with colleagues to meet diverse interests of youth.
- Improved communication skills among youths by encouraging group discussions and collaborative projects.
- Conducted regular safety checks and maintained facility cleanliness, ensuring a secure and hygienic environment for all program participants.
- Coordinate Field trips and outdoor activity
- Evaluated needs of youth and outlined measures to address.
- Facilitated groups to address specific needs such as grief and loss, anger management and social skills.
Education
Early Childhood Care And Education
St. Augustine College
Chicago, ILHigh School Diploma -
Carl Schurz High School
Chicago, IL06-1998
Skills
- Youth supervision
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Self-care techniques
- Behavior management
- Mandated reporting
- Youth advocacy
- Child development
- Boundaries establishment
- Abuse identification
- Life skills teaching
- Mental health support
- Group and individual sessions
- Educational support
Languages
English
Timeline
Youth Care Worker
Heartland Human Services
11.2023 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Department of Human Services
11.2009 - 12.2023
Youth Care Worker
Chicago Youth Centers
05.2003 - 12.2009
Early Childhood Care And Education
St. Augustine College
High School Diploma -
Carl Schurz High School