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Marquita Myles

DeKalb

Summary

Dynamic Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant with a proven track record at 4C/Community Coordinated Child Care, skilled in trauma-informed care and relationship building. Enhanced social-emotional development strategies for childcare providers, resulting in improved child outcomes. Adept at case management and fostering collaborative environments to support diverse communities.

Mental health professional with comprehensive background in providing effective mental health support and consultation. Proven track record of enhancing client outcomes through evidence-based practices. Reliable team collaborator with focus on achieving positive results and adapting to evolving needs. Skilled in client assessments and therapeutic interventions.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant

4C/ Community Coordinated Child Care
11.2022 - Current

Facilitate delivery of training to the ECE community, either by providing the training directly or arranging for other competent trainers to do so.

Establish and maintain ongoing supportive relationships with childcare providers in the communities we serve.

Provide program-level mental health consultation and technical assistance to childcare providers (both licensed and non-licensed) in communities

Provide ongoing support for childcare staff to enhance interactions with the children and parents they serve.

Assist ECE providers in designing setting-based intervention strategies to enhance children’s social-emotional development and mitigate behavioral disruptions.

Provide mental health consultation regarding particular children with mild social-emotional challenges, including administering screening and assessment tools as warranted.

Maintain all records as needed on a daily basis, including records necessary for program evaluation. Assists in the gathering of data and preparation of reports required by regulatory agencies and/or necessary for program evaluation.

Facilitate trauma-informed collaborative relationships with providers that demonstrate care, respect, cultural competence, and developmental sensitivity.

Educate providers about the risk and protective factors associated with trauma/childhood adversity, and healthy child development and assist them with developing tools/strategies to strengthen development.

Employment Specialist

Goodwill Industries
02.2019 - 10.2022
  • Assisted clients with completing job applications and submitting resumes to improve interview chances.
  • Established strong relationships with local employers to match clients with suitable job opportunities.
  • Provided ongoing support and guidance for clients during their job search, leading to increased confidence and motivation.
  • Enhanced client employability by conducting thorough assessments and identifying individual strengths and weaknesses.
  • Tracked client progress through detailed case notes and regular follow-ups, ensuring efficient service delivery.
  • Assessed individuals to identify skills, strengths and interests for job placement.
  • Updated client records to reflect personal information, qualifications and career aspirations.
  • Developed relationships with diverse businesses to develop competitive and permanent job opportunities for consumers.
  • Worked closely with government agencies such as workforce centers or vocational rehabilitation teams to maximize client resources and support.
  • Provided regular updates on clients'' progress to internal team members, ensuring a cohesive approach to service delivery and timely intervention when necessary.
  • Assisted clients in accessing additional resources such as training programs, educational courses, or financial assistance when needed.

Child Welfare Specialist

Lutheran Social Services Of IL
03.2015 - 06.2018
  • Advocated for the best interests of children during court proceedings, presenting clear recommendations based on thorough evaluations.
  • Maintained accurate records of client interactions, service referrals, case plan progressions in adherence to agency standards for quality assurance purposes.
  • Coordinated closely with schools, medical providers, therapists, and other relevant professionals to ensure comprehensive support for children in care.
  • Strengthened client engagement by utilizing trauma-informed practices when engaging with children and families experiencing adversity.
  • Increased access to resources for struggling families by connecting them with relevant community organizations and programs.
  • Facilitated successful adoption placements by completing detailed assessments and matching children with appropriate adoptive families.
  • Reduced risk factors for child abuse and neglect by providing timely interventions and supportive services to at-risk families.
  • Enhanced family reunification rates through diligent monitoring and support of parent-child visitations.
  • Continuously updated professional knowledge and skills by attending trainings, conferences, and workshops related to child welfare best practices.
  • Assisted in the placement of children into safe, nurturing foster homes by conducting comprehensive home studies.
  • Enhanced public awareness of child welfare issues through community presentations and participation in local events promoting child safety and wellbeing.

Teacher Aide

Founder Elmenetary
01.2017 - 05.2018
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Fostered positive learning environment that encouraged student curiosity and critical thinking.
  • Increased parental involvement in students' education by organizing regular communication and events.
  • Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.

Education

Master of Science - Higher Education

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL
12-2017

Skills

  • Multicultural competence
  • Self-care strategies
  • Building rapport
  • Confidential records
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Organizational skills
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Relationship building
  • Case management proficiency

Timeline

Early Childhood Mental Health Consultant

4C/ Community Coordinated Child Care
11.2022 - Current

Employment Specialist

Goodwill Industries
02.2019 - 10.2022

Teacher Aide

Founder Elmenetary
01.2017 - 05.2018

Child Welfare Specialist

Lutheran Social Services Of IL
03.2015 - 06.2018

Master of Science - Higher Education

Northern Illinois University
Marquita Myles