Tina Da Silva
Brantford,ON
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Foster Care Provider at Child and Family Services of Grand Erie, skilled in child development and effective communication. Successfully advocated for children's rights, fostering emotional growth and stability. Leveraged positive reinforcement techniques to reduce problem behaviors, ensuring a nurturing environment for medically fragile children.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Foster Care Provider
Child and Family Services of Grand Erie
Brantford, ON
08.2006 - Current
- Delivered empathetic care to children in foster settings.
- Developed individualized care plans based on children's needs and circumstances.
- Facilitated communication between children, biological families, and social workers.
- Monitored emotional and behavioral development of each child in care.
- Advocated for children's rights and welfare during case reviews and meetings.
- 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.
- Cared for medically fragile children in need of extensive support.
- Maintained accurate records of foster children''s progress, including medical appointments, medications, school achievements, and behavioral issues.
- Reduced problem behaviors with positive reinforcement and supportive techniques.
Receptionist
Reliable Home Improvements
Brantford, ON
06.2007 - 08.2014
- Greeted visitors and clients, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere.
- Managed multi-line phone system, directing calls to appropriate personnel.
- Scheduled appointments and maintained calendar for office staff.
- Processed incoming and outgoing mail efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Castle Frank Highschool
Toronto, ON06.1992
Skills
- Life skills teaching
- Positive reinforcement
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Child development
- Boundaries setting
- Family support
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
Timeline
Receptionist
Reliable Home Improvements
06.2007 - 08.2014
Foster Care Provider
Child and Family Services of Grand Erie
08.2006 - Current
High School Diploma -
Castle Frank Highschool