Anastasia Hernandez
Whiting,IN
Summary
Personable and dedicated leader and organizational problem-solver with advanced supervisory, team building and customer service skills. Experience stepping into roles and quickly making positive changes to drive company success. Focused on using training, monitoring and morale-building techniques to maximize employee engagement and performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Director
Union League Boys & Girls Clubs
Chicago, IL
10.2022 - 10.2023
- Promoted a culture of collaboration among staff members through regular communication, feedback, and recognition.
- Facilitated meetings between internal teams to ensure alignment on initiatives.
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing creative solutions to challenging problems.
- Oversaw budgeting processes and ensured fiscal responsibility was maintained throughout the year.
- Collaborated with executive leadership team to develop long-term objectives that would drive success.
- Collaborated with community partners for resource integration
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development journey.
Club Director
Union League Boys & Girls Clubs
Chicago, IL
10.2018 - 10.2022
- Created and managed budgets for all club operations.
- Scheduled staff hours and developed training materials for new employees.
- Ensured compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to the operation of the club.
- Monitored employee performance and provided feedback on areas needing improvement or additional training.
- Maintained inventory of supplies necessary for day-to-day operations of the club.
- Developed policies and procedures that ensure safety at all times while maintaining an enjoyable atmosphere for members.
- Organized community outreach initiatives designed to increase awareness of the organization's mission.
Assistant Club Director
Union League Boys & Girls Clubs
Chicago, IL
01.2017 - 10.2018
- Managed the daily operations of the club including scheduling, programming and member concerns.
- Worked with the community and leaders to achieve attendance goals.
- Coordinated volunteers and implemented club events for community engagement.
- Supported staff in their daily interactions with club members to ensure the optimal club experience was being met.
- Assisted with the development of various marketing strategies to promote events and services offered by the club.
- Organized and coordinated special events such as birthday parties, holiday celebrations, and organization functions.
High School Counselor
Boone Grove High School
Valparaiso, IN
08.2014 - 01.2017
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, families, and community organizations
- Organized family nights with student, families, and faculty.
- Counseled students on academic, career and college planning options.
- Advised students on course selection, graduation requirements and post-secondary opportunities.
- Facilitated small group meetings to discuss social and emotional issues affecting the student body.
- Organized workshops for parents regarding college application processes.
- Created a comprehensive guidance curriculum for high school students.
- Developed relationships with colleges, universities and employers to provide resources for students.
- Collaborated with teachers to identify at-risk students who require additional support.
Arts & Crafts Specialist
Union League Boys & Girls Clubs
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Created local Summer Arts & Crafts program
- Managed supply inventory and maintained tidy workspaces
- Supported counselors with scheduled breaks.
Education
Master of Education, School Counseling -
Purdue University-Calument
01.2014
Bachelor of Liberal Arts, Psychology -
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
01.2008
Skills
- Facilities, operations, and program management
- Professional counseling
- Effective team leadership skills including staff training and development
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Budget management
- Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Team Building and Motivation
- Staff Management & Development
- Project & Program Management
- Operations Management
Certificates Awards Licenses
- 2021 ULBGC Inspirational Hero Award
- American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
- Youth Mental Health First Aid Certification
- SHERPA Coaching Certification
- Professional Educator's License, School Counseling 2014-2021
Affiliations
- Historian of the Mexican Patriotic Club of South Chicago
Accomplishments
- 2021 ULBGC Inspirational Hero Award
- 2018 MPC Educators Award
Certification
- American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/AED Certification
- Youth Mental Health First Aid Certification
- SHERPA Coaching Certification
- Professional Educator's License, School Counseling
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Director
Union League Boys & Girls Clubs
10.2022 - 10.2023
Club Director
Union League Boys & Girls Clubs
10.2018 - 10.2022
Assistant Club Director
Union League Boys & Girls Clubs
01.2017 - 10.2018
Arts & Crafts Specialist
Union League Boys & Girls Clubs
06.2016 - 08.2016
High School Counselor
Boone Grove High School
08.2014 - 01.2017
Master of Education, School Counseling -
Purdue University-Calument
Bachelor of Liberal Arts, Psychology -
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
- American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/AED Certification
- Youth Mental Health First Aid Certification
- SHERPA Coaching Certification
- Professional Educator's License, School Counseling
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