Youth Care Worker
Crittenton Center, Sioux City, IA January 2024 - Present
- Interned with Crittenton Center case workers (January 2026 - April 2026)
- Promote services and implement strategies and activities that are consistent with JCS’s Model of Practice, DHS’s Family-Centered Model of Practice, Child Welfare Model of Practice, and Guiding Principles with the goal of promoting each Child’s Safety, Permanency, and Well-Being.
- Provide direct care for youth, including participation in recreational activities, various housekeeping functions and other daily activities which may include: hygiene, peer relationships, adult relationships, money management, school homework, room cleaning, laundry, chores, etc.
- Provide transportation, as necessary, for residents on a regular and emergency basis.
- Record/document resident progress as directed.
- Trained in CPI restraints.
Childcare Provider
Sanford Community Center, Sioux City, IA April 2023 - December 2023
- Provided transportation and supervision to elementary aged children, as well as support and encourage academics and personal development.
- Handled payments and guardian questions, cleaned and maintained the facility, and occasionally worked with DHS to ensure safety for some children.
- Communicated effectively with children, families and other support staff.
- Interacted extensively with children from various cultures, backgrounds and circumstances.
- Trained in CPR/First Aid as well as Medication Administration.
Swim Instructor, Swim America, Laramie, WY Summers 2021 & 2022
- Instructed children in swim and stroke techniques.
- Implemented strategies to ease fear of the water, as well as water safety.
