BRYNNA WAGESTER
Oklahoma City,OK
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director (Court Advocate 2019-2021)
YWCA Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City, OK
01.2019 - Current
- Provided Crisis Intervention services to clients who were victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, or harassment, or seeking a protective order.
- Educated clients on court proceedings and how to navigate the legal system in regard to a Victim Protection Order, Divorce/Paternity action, and Criminal Proceedings.
- Provided emotional support and advocacy for victims in court proceedings
- Developed a rapport with clients through conversation, active listening, and consistency of care.
- Maintained detailed records of all interactions with clients and court proceedings and transcribed notes on court dockets for reference in client’s cases.
- Collaborated with senior leadership to set long-term objectives for the company.
- Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored staff members, volunteers, and interns.
- Conducted and participated in regular meetings with various agencies to review progress on strategic initiatives and collaboration efforts.
- Developed departmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with company standards.
- Established relationships with court staff, law enforcement, attorneys, social workers, and partner agencies across the state to ensure well rounded advocacy services for clients.
- Maintained relationships with the Domestic Violence Unit of the Oklahoma City Police Department and acted as a liaison between OCPD and the YWCA including receiving and providing servies to 100 referrals per month.
AmeriCorps Vista, Art Director and Classroom Behavior Manager
Our House Shelter Summer Program
Little Rock, Arkansas
05.2017 - 08.2019
- Developed visual art curriculum for ages four through eighteen.
- Managed and provided specialized support for children in a classroom setting that exhibited behavior issues such as ADHD, ODD, and Autism.
- Created a safe, nurturing environment for children by providing appropriate supervision of their activities.
- Provided guidance for parents on child development issues.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to impact the local homeless or near-homeless children.
Undergraduate Assistantship
Oklahoma City University Psychology Department
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Assisted department faculty with administrative duties including uploading student data and social media marketing.
- Supported departmental processes related to student recruitment including new student panels and orientation activities.
- Assisted with faculty research and engaged in literature searches.
- Developed graduate studies handbook for incoming graduate students.
Head Executive Member and Orientation Day Coordinator
Oklahoma City University
Oklahoma City, OK
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Worked on behalf of Oklahoma City University to welcome new students by facilitating group discussions, engaging new students in the campus community, and acting as a student leader and ambassador for the university.
- Created and led interactive trainings for over 200 orientation leaders.
Tutor for Student Academic Services
Oklahoma City University
Oklahoma City, OK
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Tutored students for APA writing, MLA writing, and academic planning.
- Provided comprehensive feedback regarding paper formatting, writing style, topic formation, grammar, and fluency.
- Developed lesson plans tailored to the needs of each student including utilizing academic planners, scheduling, and time management strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Oklahoma City University
Oklahoma City 05.2021
Skills
- Staff Development
- Legal and Regulatory Compliance
- Strategic Planning
- Charismatic Leader
- Verbal and written communication
- Client liaison and advocacy
- Crisis Assessment
Awards Presentations
- 2021, YWCA Volunteer of the Year
- 2020, Social Science Research Competition, First Place
Certification
- Crisis Services Training - 36 hours
- Mandated Reporter Training - 8 hours
- Strangulation Training - 72 hours
- 2022 Continuing Education Credits - 20 hours
- 2023 Continuing Education Credits - 40 hours
- 2024 Continuing Education Credits - 16 hours
Timeline
Head Executive Member and Orientation Day Coordinator
Oklahoma City University
05.2019 - 05.2021
Director (Court Advocate 2019-2021)
YWCA Oklahoma City
01.2019 - Current
Tutor for Student Academic Services
Oklahoma City University
08.2018 - 08.2021
Undergraduate Assistantship
Oklahoma City University Psychology Department
08.2017 - 05.2021
AmeriCorps Vista, Art Director and Classroom Behavior Manager
Our House Shelter Summer Program
05.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Oklahoma City University
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