Sarah McCleese
NorthKey Community Care
ALEXANDRIA
26
years of professional experience
Dedicated Child Care Coordinator with a strong focus on individualized care plans and effective communication. Known for fostering collaboration among families and professionals to enhance child well-being.
Results-driven Child Care Coordinator with over 12 years of experience in mental health services. Skilled in critical thinking, team collaboration, and developing partnerships to expand resources, ensuring children receive tailored support and care.
Empathetic professional with a proven track record in child care and case management. Expertise in organizational skills, adaptability, and facilitating communication among stakeholders, ensuring effective service delivery and positive outcomes for children and families.
Work History
Child Care Coordinator
12 Years 6 Months- Completed regular assessments to ensure child and family are obtaining appropriate mental health services to increase functioning in all domains.
- Developed partnerships with local organizations to expand resources available for families.
- Facilitated communication between parents, staff, and school personnel to foster collaboration.
- Mentored new coordinators, providing guidance on best practices in childcare management.
- Collaborated with families to create individualized care plans based on each child's needs, fostering positive relationships between parents and staff.
Adolescent Case Manager
10 Years 1 Month- Coordinated individual treatment plans for adolescents, ensuring personalized care and support.
- Developed crisis intervention strategies, effectively managing challenging behaviors in high-stress situations.
- Monitored progress of clients, adapting interventions based on evolving needs and feedback.
- Facilitated communication between families, schools, and community resources to enhance service delivery.
Child Care Worker
2 Years 1 Month- Developed and implemented age-appropriate educational programs fostering children's growth.
- Supervised daily activities to ensure safe and engaging environment for children.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address individual needs of children in care.
- Evaluated children's progress and adjusted programs based on developmental assessments.
Education
Master of Science of Human Behavior - Social Work
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
Skills
Patience and empathy
Child development
Parent engagement
Program development
Organizational skills
Crisis intervention
Reliability
Excellent communication
Critical thinking
Team collaboration
Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Child Care Coordinator
NorthKey Community Care
02.2014 - CurrentRead More
Adolescent Case Manager
Holly Hill Children's Services
01.2004 - 02.2014Read More
Child Care Worker
Diocesan Catholic Children's Home
09.2000 - 10.2002Read More
Capella University
Master of Science of Human Behavior from Social Work
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Morehead State University
Bachelor of Social Work from Social Work
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