Amanda Blischke
Wauwatosa
Summary
Compassionate and motivated BSW student with experience supporting youth in community settings. Skilled in communication, organization, and creating safe, supportive environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth and Family Specialist Intern
Walker's Point Youth & Family Center
Milwaukee, WI
01.2026 - Current
- Supported youth ages 11-17 in a crisis shelter
- Assisted with client intakes and documentation
- Encouraged youth participation in group activities
- Collaborated with staff to support client care
Center Store Clerk
Festival Foods
West Allis, WI
01.2026 - Current
- Maintained, organized, and stocked merchandise displays to enhance shopping experience.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and provided exceptional service.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure store cleanliness and safety standards.
Childcare Provider
The Parenting Network
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
05.2023 - Current
- Supervised children's activities, ensuring safety and fostering a positive environment.
- Coordinated group activities to enhance teamwork and social skills.
- Assisted children in developing communication, social, and problem-solving skills.
- Supported children with special needs by adapting activities to accommodate diverse requirements.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and overall well-being.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of play areas and learning spaces.
Dog Sitter
Self-employeed
New Berlin and Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
08.2021 - Current
- Engaged dogs in exercise and play activities to promote well-being.
- Delivered attentive care during daily sitting assignments.
- Administered medications and managed feeding schedules to ensure optimal health.
- Monitored health and behavior changes, reporting concerns promptly to owners.
- Maintained regular communication with pet owners about their dog's behavior.
- Established strong relationships with pet owners through consistent updates.
- Enforced good behavior and manners while walking dogs.
Cashier
Woodman's Food Market
Waukesha, Wisconsin
07.2021 - 08.2025
- Processed customer transactions efficiently at busy checkout stations.
- Handled cash, credit, and digital payments in accordance with established policies.
- Operated cash register and POS system for payment processing.
- Resolved customer issues related to checkout processes and equipment usage.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Monitored self-checkout area to ensure compliance with store policies.
- Completed tasks designated by management.
Service Desk Lead
Steins Garden & Gifts
Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
05.2020 - 06.2021
- Resolved customer complaints regarding refunds or exchanges promptly and professionally.
- Trained new hires on cash handling procedures, company policies, and customer service standards.
- Oversaw cash register operations, ensuring accurate cash transactions and efficient return processing.
- Maintained an organized checkout area by regularly restocking supplies.
Volunteer
Feeding America
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
10.2020 - 11.2020
- Collaborated with volunteers to foster a positive work environment.
- Sorted and packaged food items for distribution to partner agencies efficiently.
- Fulfilled tasks promptly to meet team goals. based on supervisors' guidance.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in warehouse throughout operations.
Education
Bachelor's of Social Work -
University of Milwaukee Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WISome College (No Degree) - Social Work
Waukesha County Technical College
Pewaukee, WISome College (No Degree) - Radiology
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WISkills
- Youth engagement strategies
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Crisis intervention
- Client documentation
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Active Listening
- Empathy skills
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Youth and Family Specialist Intern
Walker's Point Youth & Family Center
01.2026 - Current
Center Store Clerk
Festival Foods
01.2026 - Current
Childcare Provider
The Parenting Network
05.2023 - Current
Dog Sitter
Self-employeed
08.2021 - Current
Cashier
Woodman's Food Market
07.2021 - 08.2025
Volunteer
Feeding America
10.2020 - 11.2020
Service Desk Lead
Steins Garden & Gifts
05.2020 - 06.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Radiology
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Bachelor's of Social Work -
University of Milwaukee Wisconsin
Some College (No Degree) - Social Work
Waukesha County Technical College