Camryn Gaylor
Huntington Station,NY
Summary
Motivated Senior at John Jay College majoring in Human Services and Community Justice, driven by a strong passion for advocating for students' emotional and mental well-being. Eager to make a meaningful impact by addressing the needs of students lacking access to counseling services, with the ultimate goal of becoming a school counselor. Comprehensive coursework in Foundations of Human Services Counseling, Community-Based Approaches to Justice, Culture, Direct Service & Community Practice, and Advanced Interpersonal Counseling Skills has developed effective communication and advanced interpersonal skills to better serve underserved populations. Committed to fostering an inclusive environment that prioritizes mental health support and empowers students to thrive.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intern
Elmcor Youth & Adult Activities Inc.
Queens, NY
08.2025 - Current
- Executed tracking and management of attendance and activity sign-in sheets to ensure precise documentation of older adult program participation.
- Organized and led daily activities for older adult participants, focusing on exercise, arts, and recreational programs to enhance overall well-being.
- Facilitated effective communication with diverse populations by demonstrating cultural awareness and adapting approaches to individual differences.
- Actively pursued constructive criticism from supervisors and peers, focusing on skill refinement and professional advancement.
- Engaged with community members to build lasting relationships, facilitating outreach efforts and ensuring program satisfaction.
- Advocated for participants by documenting program feedback, contributing to the implementation of additional activities and community trips that increased engagement.
LGBTQ+ Resource Center Volunteer
John Jay College Of Criminal Justice
Manhattan, NY
10.2025 - 12.2025
- Guided students in accessing resources and support services from LGBTQ+ resource center while ensuring a safe and inclusive environment.
- Spread awareness on upcoming events and offered resources associated with the LGTBQ+ resource center
through a social media account with a following of 1,169 John Jay college students. - Strengthened interpersonal communication abilities through constant interaction with diverse populations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Services and Community Justice
John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY
Manhattan, New York05-2026
Highschool Diploma -
Northport High School
Northport, New York06-2022
Wilson Tech Certificate of Completion - Criminal Justice
Wilson Tech
Dix Hills, New York06-2022
Skills
- Interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Time management and organization
- Multicultural competence
- Effective team collaboration
- Experienced in software tools
- Innovative problem-solving
- Strong organizational abilities
Certification
- Mandated Reporter Training: Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Maltreatment, New York State Office of Children and Family Services — Completed August 2025
- Ethics in the Workplace, Elmcor Youth & Adult Activities - Completed August 2025
- Understanding HIPAA - Breach and Noncompliance, Elmcor Youth & Adult Activities - Completed August 2025
- Privacy and Confidentiality, Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI Program), Completed September 2025
- Informed Consent, Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI Program), Completed September 2025
- Assessing Risk, Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI Program), Completed September 2025
- History and Ethical Principles, Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative (CITI Program), Completed September 2025
- Suicide Prevention: Suicide Assessment and Response for
K12 Populations, Prevention Technology Transfer Center Network, Completed May 2025
Timeline
LGBTQ+ Resource Center Volunteer
John Jay College Of Criminal Justice
10.2025 - 12.2025
Intern
Elmcor Youth & Adult Activities Inc.
08.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Human Services and Community Justice
John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY
Highschool Diploma -
Northport High School
Wilson Tech Certificate of Completion - Criminal Justice
Wilson Tech