SHIRLEY

WILLIAMS

YOUTH CARE SPECIALIST

912-***-****

ad4ve0@r.postjobfree.com

Statesboro, Ga 30461

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SKILLS

• Empathy and Compassion

• Conflict Resolution

• Program Development

• Group Facilitation

• Active Listening

• Problem Solving

• Positive Reinforcement

• Educational Support

• Self-Care Techniques

• Mental Health Support

• Behavior Management

• Professional Boundaries

• First Aid and CPR

• Medication Administration

Driven Youth Care Specialist with over six years at AMI Kids, adept in behavioral management and mental health support. Leveraged group facilitation and problem-solving skills to develop youth programs, achieving significant improvements in client well-being. Proven track record in medication administration and educational support, ensuring comprehensive care.

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Youth Care Specialist

AMI Kids, Sylvania, Ga

Kitchen Manager

Screven County Hospital, Sylvania, Ga

EXPERIENCE

September 2017 - December 2023

• Worked in child and adolescent residential institutions. Counseled students whose behavior, school progress, or mental or physical impairment indicated need for assistance, diagnosing students' problems and arranging for needed services.

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• Provided support in such areas as grief, stress and chemical dependency. Consulted with parents, teachers and other school personnel to determine causes of problems, such as truancy, and misbehavior and to implement solutions.

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Taught skills and monitored youth behavior to meet objectives of individualized service plan.

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Attended to youth medical and physical conditions to enhance health and well-

• being.

Assessed and monitored youth skills and progress to determine skill development needs and priorities.

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Utilized company vehicles to transport youth to and from school, appointments and outings.

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• Monitored activities to maintain safe living and learning environment for youth.

• Served as role model by demonstrating appropriate examples for youth. Monitored client medication schedules to ensure adherence to treatment protocols.

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Organized recreational activities designed to encourage healthy lifestyle choices

• among adolescents.

Facilitated group activities designed to promote communication skills, problem solving abilities, and self-esteem.

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April 2015 - August 2017

• Trained new staff in kitchen operations, procedures and food prep standards. Kitchen Supervisor

CCA Prison, MILLEN, Ga

Dietary Director

Eagle Health and Rehab, statesboro, Ga

Maintained accurate inventory of all food items, supplies and equipment to ensure efficient operations.

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• Verified daily prep lists to confirm correct amount of prepared products.

• Followed sanitation and food safety standards to prevent illnesses.

• Observed safe temperature storage of all food products to prevent spoilage. Oversaw ordering process from suppliers in order to maintain adequate stock

• levels at all times.

• Scheduled employee calendar, keeping shifts properly staffed. Performed troubleshooting activities when necessary to resolve any operational issues within the kitchen area quickly and effectively.

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• Implemented cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses. December 2011 - April 2015

• Monitored inventory levels to reduce waste and maximize cost savings.

• Supervised kitchen staff by training, counseling and disciplining. Oversaw prep work to maintain food quality, plate presentation and sanitation

• standards.

Managed and supervised a team of 20+ kitchen staff, ensuring they had clear direction and tasks.

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Evaluated condition and cleanliness of kitchen areas, delegating tasks to meet company standards.

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Ensured quality control by inspecting all food products before serving to

• customers.

• Rotated food products to minimize spoilage and waste. Utilized problem-solving skills to quickly resolve any issues that arose during meal service times.

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Inspected and sampled food for proper taste, color combination and overall

• presentation to maintain appeal.

October 2011 - November 2014

Supervised the preparation of meals ensuring that they meet all safety standards.

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Maintained accurate records of patient diets using computerized software programs.

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Reviewed menus regularly to determine if any modifications are needed due to

• changing dietary needs or preferences.

Trained staff members on appropriate sanitation practices when handling food items.

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Assessed nutritional status of patients by collecting data through observation, interviews, medical records review and laboratory results.

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Evaluated performance of kitchen personnel in order to identify areas for

• improvement.

Youth Care Specialist

AMI Kids, Sylvania, Ga

Consulted with physicians and health care personnel to determine nutritional needs and diet restrictions of patient and client.

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Monitored food service operations to ensure conformance to nutritional, safety,

• sanitation and quality standards.

April 2009 - September 2011

Monitored client medication schedules to ensure adherence to treatment protocols.

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Promoted cultural competency by respecting the values and beliefs of each individual client served.

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Assisted in creating a safe learning environment for youth by modeling

• appropriate behaviors.

Collaborated with other professionals to ensure that all client needs are met in a timely manner.

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Provided crisis intervention services, including de-escalation techniques and conflict resolution strategies.

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Facilitated group activities designed to promote communication skills, problem

• solving abilities, and self-esteem.

• Served as role model by demonstrating appropriate examples for youth. High School Diploma

Jenkins County High, Millen Ga

EDUCATION

June 1993

GPA 3.8

CERTIFICATIONS

• Safeserve

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