Emily Thompson
West Bloomfield,MI
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with extensive experience in special needs care and educational roles, notably with JCC Day Camps. Excelled in providing emotional support and implementing group activities, enhancing social skills and independence among diverse populations. Proficient in first aid and CPR, demonstrating a commitment to safety and well-being.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Needs Caregiver
TheARC
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Worked with individuals with special needs to increase social skills and independence.
- Provided assistance to individuals with disabilities by helping with activities of daily living.
- Maintained confidentiality and privacy to protect individual's rights and well-being.
Unit Head
JCC Day Camps
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
Educator
Lululemon
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
- Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
Unit Head
JCC Day Camps
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Encouraged team building to increase camaraderie, trust and rapport.
- Monitored participation in recreational activities to provide assistance to participants.
Behavior Technician
Children's Therapy Corner
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Developed and implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
- Documented interventions, assessments and progress reports on database to enable tracking history and maintain consistent records.
Special Needs Camp Counselor
JCC Day Camps
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
- Monitored participation in recreational activities to provide assistance to participants.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Oakland Community College
Bloomfield Hills, MI08-2025
Skills
- First aid and CPR
- CPI
- Emotional support
- Non-verbal communication
- Group activity implementation
- Time management
- Issue identification and resolution
Timeline
Unit Head
JCC Day Camps
07.2024 - 09.2024
Educator
Lululemon
11.2023 - 06.2024
Special Needs Caregiver
TheARC
08.2023 - 12.2024
Unit Head
JCC Day Camps
07.2023 - 09.2023
Behavior Technician
Children's Therapy Corner
01.2023 - 06.2023
Special Needs Camp Counselor
JCC Day Camps
07.2022 - 09.2022
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Oakland Community College
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