Description
The majority of my life has been dedicated to assisting young people in enhancing their potential, while guiding and encouraging them toward their dreams. Making a difference in the lives of our youth has been a most rewarding experience and it is through this experience that my unyielding passing for making a difference in the lives of those most vulnerable was developed. My pursuit in higher education has been with an abiding focus on curriculum that would be the most advantageous to young people, as they develop towards adulthood. I am a skilled professional with a successful track record collaborating with families, students and court administrators in developing strategies, establishing goals and seeking resources, that lead to change and positive results. Adept in problem solving, conflict resolution and the issues that affect today's youth. Knowledgeable and experienced in the assessment of the psychosocial development t of children and the influences of family, community and cultural difference, as they interact with the judicial and educational system. Collaborating with family and school staff to develop daily routines to support and enhance performance, improve attendance and minimize tardiness. Assist parents in crisis intervention, learning behavioral modification strategies, making referrals to outpatient treatment services and servicing as a liaison between families and court stipulated youth.