Breana Barber
Westfield
Summary
Reliable and adaptable professional with a strong background in community service and athletics. Known for effective communication and organizational skills, contributing to successful outreach initiatives and team cohesion.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
Westfield Police Department - Cadet Program
Westfield, MA
12.2023 - Current
- Assisted in community outreach initiatives to promote safety awareness and crime prevention.
- Collaborated with law enforcement personnel to support event coordination and overview.
- Engaged with local residents to offer support and engage the community.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
Volleyball Player
Westfield High School & Pioneer Valley Juniors
Westfield, MA
01.2023 - Current
- Developed teamwork and communication skills through collaborative practice sessions and competitive matches.
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting strategies based on opponent strengths and weaknesses during games.
- Enhanced personal performance through dedicated training, focusing on skill refinement and fitness improvement.
- Mentored younger athletes, fostering their development in technical skills and game understanding.
- Analyzed match footage to identify areas for individual and team performance enhancement.
- Led team meetings to discuss strategies, setting goals for upcoming competitions and improving overall cohesion.
- Attended all practices with willingness to learn, work hard and improve abilities.
- Developed strong relationships with fellow athletes, fostering camaraderie that translated into cohesive teamwork during competitive play.
- Consistently demonstrated commitment to self-improvement through participation in off-season training camps and clinics.
- Utilized physical resilience and mental fortitude to earn roster spot on Varsity team.
Youth Advisory Commissioner
City of Westfield
Westfield, MA
04.2023 - 02.2026
- Facilitated youth engagement initiatives to enhance community involvement and representation.
- Developed and implemented programs addressing youth needs and interests, increasing participation rates.
- Collaborated with local organizations to promote resources and services available for youth development.
- Provided strategic recommendations to city officials based on feedback from youth constituents.
- Evaluated local policies and recommended changes that positively impacted youth well-being and opportunities within the community.
- Organized special events that promoted civic engagement among young people, inspiring future community leaders.
- Worked closely with city staff to incorporate youth perspectives into planning processes, making projects more inclusive of all age groups.
- Facilitated open dialogue between youth and local government officials, fostering a sense of trust and understanding.
- Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
Education
High School Diploma -
Westfield High School
Westfield06-2027
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Community service
- Massachusetts Driver's license
- Friendly and outgoing
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability
Certification
- Basic Life Support Training - certified 11/2025 & expires 11/2027
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Volunteer Work
- Youth Development Programs
- Reading
- Strategy Games
- Mindfulness Practices
- I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles
- Committed to improving personal fitness through regular participation in volleyball
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Playing Sports
- Video Gaming
Timeline
Volunteer
Westfield Police Department - Cadet Program
12.2023 - Current
Youth Advisory Commissioner
City of Westfield
04.2023 - 02.2026
Volleyball Player
Westfield High School & Pioneer Valley Juniors
01.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Westfield High School