Darrell Joyner
Portsmouth
Summary
Highly motivated professional with experience in providing comprehensive social services for children and families. Proven ability to assess and develop care plans to help families in need. Passionate about helping children and families overcome challenging life situations and providing support to help reach full potential.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Support Specialist
C Waldo Scott Center
Newport News, VA
03.2023 - Current
- Evaluated program effectiveness through data collection, analysis, and reporting activities.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when interacting with families from diverse backgrounds.
- Maintained accurate records on client interactions, progress notes and other documentation in accordance with agency policies.
- Engaged in outreach efforts within the local community by attending resource fairs or speaking engagements aimed at increasing awareness about available services.
- Worked with individuals with developmental disabilities and linking those individuals to services.
Outreach Specialist
Job Corps Center
Norfolk, VA
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Developed and implemented outreach strategies to engage target communities effectively.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance program visibility and participation.
- Maintained solid pipeline of candidates to keep program full and operating at peak capacity for maximum effectiveness.
- Established partnerships with local organizations to expand outreach efforts and resources available.
- Recorded, transcribed and maintained confidential client information into applicant tracking system and database.
- Managed a caseload of clients, providing personalized support and guidance throughout their journey to access vital resources.
Program Facilitator
C Waldo Scott Center
Newport News, VA
09.2020 - 03.2023
- Responsible for coordinating, implementing, and evaluating groups, activities related to the Virginia Foundation for Healthy Youth (VFHY).
- Utilize verbal and written communication skills with diverse population.
- Coordinated program activities and developed strategies to ensure successful implementation of program objectives.
- Maintained accurate records of program activities including participant attendance, evaluation forms, administrative tasks.
Care Provider
Department of Defense
Portsmouth, VA
06.2014 - 06.2021
- Conducted home visits on a regular basis to assess the health status of patients in their own homes.
- Provided compassionate care and support to elderly patients, ensuring their safety and comfort.
- Performed housekeeping duties when necessary including laundry service, cleaning up spills or tidying rooms.
- Coordinated medical appointments and transportation services for patients in need of specialist care.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Human Services
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA, US01.2020
Associate Of Science - Social Sciences
Tidewater Community College
Portsmouth, VA, US01.2017
Skills
- Communications Strategies
- Community Outreach Programs
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- CERTIFICATIONS CPR
- Child Development
- Social work
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Task prioritization
Certification
CPR Certification
Timeline
Outreach Specialist
Job Corps Center
01.2025 - 07.2025
Family Support Specialist
C Waldo Scott Center
03.2023 - Current
Program Facilitator
C Waldo Scott Center
09.2020 - 03.2023
Care Provider
Department of Defense
06.2014 - 06.2021
Associate Of Science - Social Sciences
Tidewater Community College
Bachelor Of Science - Human Services
Old Dominion University