Patricia Starks
About Patricia Starks
Patricia Starks is a Collaborative Support Specialist with extensive experience in social services, having worked at Villa of Hope and Hillside Family of Agencies in Rochester, New York. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from the State University of New York at Fredonia and has been involved in various roles supporting youth and families since the mid-1990s.
Work at Villa of Hope
Patricia Starks has been employed at Villa of Hope since 2013. She currently holds the position of Collaborative Support Specialist, where she provides essential support to individuals in need. In addition to this role, she serves as a Juvenile Reporting Center Counselor and Curfew Check Tracker. Her responsibilities include monitoring compliance with curfews and supporting youth in their development. Prior to her current roles, she worked as a Case Manager for the Community Apartment Program at Villa of Hope for six months in 2012.
Education and Expertise
Patricia Starks completed her Bachelor of Arts degree at the State University of New York at Fredonia from 1990 to 1994. She furthered her education at Roberts Wesleyan College, where she studied from 2015 to 2017. Her educational background equips her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her roles in social services and support.
Background in Social Services
Patricia Starks has extensive experience in social services, having worked at Hillside Family of Agencies from 1994 to 2011. During her tenure, she served as a Supervisor for the Appleton Group Home and Lovejoy Group Home, overseeing operations and staff. Additionally, she worked as a Visiting Friend in Preventive Services for one year in 1995. This background has contributed to her expertise in providing collaborative support to individuals and families.
Professional Experience at Hillside Family of Agencies
At Hillside Family of Agencies, Patricia Starks held multiple roles over 17 years. As a Supervisor of the Appleton and Lovejoy Group Homes, she managed staff and ensured the well-being of residents. Her experience in preventive services as a Visiting Friend further developed her skills in supporting vulnerable populations. This extensive experience laid the foundation for her current work at Villa of Hope.