Open To Work
GERARDO HORTA
SOUTH GATE
Summary
Dedicated youth care professional skilled in crisis intervention and developmental assessments. Known for creating engaging learning environments and collaborating with parents and educators to support youth in achieving positive outcomes.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
After-School Site Coordinator
L.A.'s BEST/BTB /LAUSD
Los Angeles
02.1999 - Current
- Coordinated engaging daily activities for students in after-school programs to foster learning and social interaction.
- Supervised staff and volunteers to ensure program effectiveness and safety.
- Communicated with parents to provide updates on student progress and program events.
- Collaborated with teachers to align after-school activities with classroom objectives.
- Delivered services and resources tailored to each child's individual needs through thorough assessments.
- Utilized technology such as online databases or software applications to track data related to student progress in the after-school program.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff members to discuss changes or updates needed within the program.
- Collaborated with school faculty, staff, parents, and guardians to ensure successful outcomes for participants.
- Maintained accurate attendance records and progress reports, enabling informed decisions on student development and program effectiveness.
- Managed daily program logistics, optimizing activity scheduling and materials preparation to enhance program flow and student engagement.
- Managed program budget, including tracking expenses and purchasing supplies.
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning experiences.
Youth Care Worker
Florence Crittenton Services
Fullerton
12.2017 - 03.2026
- Provided emotional support to youth in crisis situations.
- Provided crisis intervention services, including de-escalation techniques to ensure safety for all involved.
- Facilitated youths' transition from care to independent living or family reunification, fostering self-sufficiency and resilience.
- Developed and implemented behavior management strategies, leading to improved behavioral outcomes for youth.
- Collaborated in team meetings to assess progress and develop targeted interventions for youths in care.
- Maintained detailed records of youths' progress, incidents, and daily activities.
- Administered medication to clients under supervision of healthcare professionals. under the guidance of healthcare professionals.
- Monitored the physical environment to ensure safety of clients and staff.
- Engaged in continuous professional development to stay informed on best care practices.
Education
Associate of Arts - Humanities
East Los Angeles College
Monterey Park, CA08-2012
Skills
- Lesson planning
- Developmental assessments
- Crisis intervention
- Child development
- Program management
- Conflict resolution
- Data management
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- CPR/ First Aid
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteSalary Range
$45000/yr - $85000/yrTimeline
Youth Care Worker
Florence Crittenton Services
12.2017 - 03.2026
After-School Site Coordinator
L.A.'s BEST/BTB /LAUSD
02.1999 - Current
Associate of Arts - Humanities
East Los Angeles College