Antoine Green
Flint
Summary
Skilled youth development professional with proven track record in mentoring and guiding young individuals. Expertise in creating engaging programs, fostering supportive environment, and collaborating with teams to achieve impactful outcomes. Known for adaptability, reliability, and strong communication skills. Dedicated to empowering youth and driving positive change. Experienced with youth counseling and program development, ensuring well-being and growth of young individuals. Utilizes effective communication and conflict resolution to address needs of diverse youth populations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Detention Youth Specialist
Saginaw Juvenile Detention Center
08.2024 - Current
- Planned and executed activities to promote skill and talent development.
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
- Maintained detailed records of each participant''s progress throughout their involvement in the program, enabling accurate reporting on overall results achieved over time.
- Enhanced program effectiveness by collaborating with fellow Youth Specialists to develop innovative strategies and approaches.
- Facilitated opportunities for participants to showcase their talents and achievements through art exhibitions, performances, and public speaking engagements, boosting self-confidence and personal development.
- Offered constructive feedback to minors under care regarding specific actions, behaviors, and words.
- Observed individual behaviors and suspect actions, and reported issues to supervisory staff.
- Enhanced communication skills by facilitating workshops focused on active listening, constructive feedback, and respectful dialogue.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, connecting youths with appropriate resources to assist them during difficult times.
- Promoted a positive environment for personal growth and development through consistent encouragement and support.
- Improved youth engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions in program sessions.
- Developed individualized plans for at-risk youth, resulting in increased self-esteem and improved behavior patterns.
- Fostered an environment of trust by maintaining open lines of communication with both participants and their families regarding program goals, expectations, and progress updates.
- Maintained safety and security of youth under care.
- Delivered informative presentations to various audiences, promoting awareness of youth-related issues and advocating for necessary changes in policy or practice.
- Established strong relationships with community partners to provide additional resources and opportunities for youth participants.
- Organized successful events that fostered a sense of unity among diverse groups of youths, promoting cultural understanding and empathy.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for clients.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping skills and improve communication.
Youth Specialist
Whaley Children's Center
01.2022 - 08.2024
- Promoted a positive environment for personal growth and development through consistent encouragement and support.
- Designed comprehensive evaluation tools that allowed for the accurate measurement of program success while identifying areas needing improvement or reevaluation.
- Spearheaded volunteer recruitment efforts to ensure adequate support for programs and events while providing valuable experiences for community members.
- Collaborated with other social service agencies to refer youths for additional support services as needed, ensuring holistic care for each individual''s needs.
- Utilized effective conflict resolution techniques to address behavioral issues and promote a safe and inclusive atmosphere.
- Increased collaboration between peers by implementing team-building exercises and group projects, fostering a sense of camaraderie within the program.
- Maintained documentation and records of training activities and group events.
- Applied crisis intervention methods to de-escalate potentially dangerous scenarios.
- Monitored participant progress through regular assessments, making necessary adjustments to ensure continued improvement.
- Delivered youth transitional assistance in areas of education, life skills and career development.
- Organized and attended meetings, trainings and conferences with foster parents to deliver information on youth progress.
- Created and facilitated recreation and education activities for youths to engage in groups in safe environment.
- Guided youths through admission and orientation tasks to speed up enrollment processes.
- Coordinated transitional services for youth of diverse backgrounds.
- Accommodated youths with academic and vocational trainings to deliver information on future career opportunities.
- Designed individualized independent youth living plans to help youngsters learn self-reliance.
- Developed individual and group programs to encourage prosocial behaviors.
- Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
- Assisted clients in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for clients.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
- Monitored clients' progress to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with community resources for successful referrals.
- Conducted home visits to assess clients' home environment and provide support.
Daycare Center Supervisor
Tiny Prints Child Care
01.2017 - 06.2023
- Coordinated with other department supervisors to achieve smooth workflow across all areas of the center.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure the highest level of service for clients.
- Assisted in the hiring process by conducting interviews, reviewing resumes, and selecting top candidates for open positions within the center.
- Improved employee morale and engagement by developing team-building activities and encouraging open communication among staff members.
- Fostered a positive work environment through effective leadership skills and clear communication with employees.
- Allocated resources strategically to meet deadlines effectively while staying within budget constraints.
- Maintained accurate records on employee hours worked, leave taken, overtime accrued as well as inventory levels.
- Implemented staff development programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge, increasing overall performance.
- Continuously monitored industry trends to stay current on best practices related to center supervision.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by empowering employees to identify inefficiencies in their respective departments.
- Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices for efficient task completion and excellent customer service.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas for improvement and offering constructive feedback for career development purposes.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, ensuring timely delivery of materials necessary for daily operations.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations regarding workplace safety and employment laws.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by streamlining processes, implementing new procedures, and providing ongoing training to staff members.
- Managed daily operations in a fast-paced environment while ensuring adherence to safety regulations.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI06-2026
High School Diploma -
Flint Northern High School
Flint, MI06-2008
Skills
- Positive youth development
- Youth engagement
- Safety awareness
- Family support
- Behavior management
- Safety
- Activity planning
- Crisis intervention
- Suicide prevention
- Life skills training
- Bullying prevention
- Crisis response
- Substance abuse prevention
- Mental health awareness
- Youth mentoring
- Trauma-informed care
- Problem-solving
Timeline
Detention Youth Specialist
Saginaw Juvenile Detention Center
08.2024 - Current
Youth Specialist
Whaley Children's Center
01.2022 - 08.2024
Daycare Center Supervisor
Tiny Prints Child Care
01.2017 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Sports Management
Michigan State University
High School Diploma -
Flint Northern High School
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