Charlene LeGrand
Los Angeles County
Lancaster
20
years of professional experience
Dedicated foster care provider with Los Angeles County, skilled in nutrition planning and positive reinforcement. Successfully supported children's emotional wellbeing and academic growth, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Advocated effectively in court, fostering stability and connection for children in care while maintaining open communication with support teams.
Professional caregiver prepared for responsibilities of providing nurturing and stable environments for foster children. Proven track record in managing diverse case loads and achieving positive outcomes for children under care. Reliable team collaborator with focus on adaptability and results. Well-versed in child development, crisis intervention, and family dynamics.
Work History
Foster Care Provider
7 Years- Provided stable, trauma-informed care supporting safety, daily routines, and emotional wellbeing for children in placement.
- Coordinated with social workers, therapists, and case teams to follow service plans and support permanency goals.
- Documented behavior, incidents, appointments, and progress notes to support accurate case records and court reporting.
- Maintained foster home compliance with county licensing, safety standards, and child welfare regulations.
- Guided children through transitions, supervised visits, and reunification preparation with consistent emotional support.
- Supported sibling connections and family engagement while reinforcing visitation schedules and case plan requirements.
- Maintained open communication with caseworkers and support teams to ensure that the needs of each child were being met effectively.
- Managed daily routines and schedules, fostering consistency and stability in the lives of foster children.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in foster care provision.
- Maintained accurate records of foster children''s progress, including medical appointments, medications, school achievements, and behavioral issues.
- Assisted foster children with completing homework assignments and improving their overall academic performance.
- Provided transportation to school, appointments, extracurricular activities, and family visits as needed.
- Advocated on behalf of each child in court hearings as necessary.
Child Care Provider
12 Years 6 Months- Supervised children's daily activities, ensuring safe, engaging care environment.
- Planned age-appropriate learning activities supporting social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Prepared meals and snacks following dietary needs and facility guidelines.
- Supported nap schedules, transitions, and behavior redirection with consistency.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Nutrition planning
Self-care awareness
Life skills teaching
Positive reinforcement
First aid and CPR
Timeline
Foster Care Provider
Los Angeles County
10.2019 - CurrentRead More
Child Care Provider
Charlene's Day Care
02.2007 - 08.2019Read More
Granada Hills High School
High School Diploma
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