Yesika De La Cruz
Port St Lucie
Summary
Professional youth care provider skilled in creating safe and supportive environments for adolescents. Strong focus on team collaboration, achieving measurable results, and adapting to changing needs. Competent in crisis intervention, behavioral management, and communication. Recognized for reliability, empathy, and proactive approach to youth development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Care Specialist
U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
West Palm Beach, FL
06.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for youth to promote personal growth and stability.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to enhance communication skills and foster peer relationships.
- Monitored and documented behavioral changes, ensuring accurate reporting for team assessments.
- Led crisis intervention strategies, maintaining safety and emotional well-being of all clients involved.
- Trained new staff on best practices in youth care, enhancing service delivery standards across the team.
- Analyzed program effectiveness through participant feedback, driving improvements in service offerings.
- Established positive relationships with families, providing resources and support to encourage client success.
- Enhanced youth development by implementing engaging and interactive activities tailored to individual needs.
Nursing Assistant CNA
MorseLife
West Palm Beach, FL
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Licenciada En Trabajo Social
Universidad Metropolitana
Colombia06-2009
Skills
- Professional boundaries
- Self-care techniques
- Positive reinforcement
- Mental health support
- Multicultural sensitivity
- First aid and CPR
- Behavior management
- Life skills instruction
- Recreational activities
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Youth Care Specialist
U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants
06.2023 - Current
Nursing Assistant CNA
MorseLife
01.2019 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Licenciada En Trabajo Social
Universidad Metropolitana