Braeden Rushing

Throughout 900 service hours, emphasis was placed on implementing environmental and urban projects surrounding conservation, restoration, and green construction

• Restoring living shorelines through spartina planting, oyster recycling, bag builds, and MWR placement/manufacturing
• Working alongside SCDNR (Shellfish research and SCORE teams), Charleston Waterkeeper, Charleston Parks Conservancy, and other environmental non-profits to organize and complete large scale service projects and grants
• Improving water quality by participating in shoreline stabilization projects and monitoring aquatic life.
• Strengthening team dynamics through effective communication skills, fostering a positive work culture amongst Conservation Crew Members.
• Educating community members about environmental stewardship through engaging outreach events and presentations.
• Providing valuable feedback and suggestions during project debriefs, contributing to ongoing improvements in program operations and effectiveness.
• Gaining hands-on experience using various tools and equipment for habitat management tasks such as chainsaws, prescribed fire equipment, GPS units, and surveying instruments.

Working as a trained behavioral therapist for children on the autism spectrum ranging in age from 3-18 years old

• Implementing a daily schedule and organizing educational materials.
• Creating a fun and safe learning environment.
• Running targets and collecting/compiling data
• Reducing challenging behaviors by conducting functional behavior assessments and developing appropriate interventions.
• Responding effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.
• Displaying sensitivity to cultural and linguistic needs of clients and families served.

• Honing the ability to memorize many recipes, multitask, and work efficiently as part of a team to accomplish a common goal.
• Training new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
• Maintaining a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
• Promoting a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.

• Confidently handling animals of different temperaments and sizes for visits.
• Cleaning and maintaining kennel areas for optimized hygiene, including cages, runs and yards.
• Providing exceptional customer service to pet owners, addressing concerns and answering questions regarding the care of their pets.
• Performing pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies, and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
• Monitoring animal behavior closely, identifying potential issues and reporting them to facility management for further evaluation.
• Organizing and managing the boarding needs of 20+ dogs, 10+ cats, and bunnies while keeping a clean environment