Engaging Adolescent Counselor mentoring at-risk youth on appropriate behaviors. Team-oriented professional observing safety protocols to protect children in field situations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean of Students
Eagle Academy For Young Men
10.2022 - Current
Coordinated transitional services for youth of diverse backgrounds.
Developed individual and group programs to encourage prosocial behaviors.
Created and facilitated recreation and education activities for youths to engage in groups in safe environment.
Oversaw disciplinary processes with fairness and consistency while adhering to institutional policies.
Promoted a positive campus culture by fostering collaboration among faculty, staff, and students.
Violence Prevention Specialist
Life Camp INC
10.2022 - Current
Conducted workshops on conflict resolution techniques, empowering participants to handle disputes peacefully and constructively.
Provided support for individuals affected by violence by offering counseling services and referrals to appropriate agencies.
Coordinated multidisciplinary teams focused on addressing the root causes of violence within the community.
Served as a liaison between law enforcement agencies and the community, bridging gaps in communication to facilitate more effective collaboration in violence prevention efforts.
Youth Counselor
Baisley Park Tenant Association
07.2013 - Current
Assisting New York City housing residents
Planning family day activities
Managed transportation for youth to participate in newly founded program from The Hood to The Woods in Upstate New York
Distributing life saving PPE mask with Basiley housing youth program during height of the pandemic
Established services and helped with weekly food pantry
Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist youth in recognizing and redirecting poor habits
Delivery Associate and Operations Supervisor
Raymour & Flanigan Furniture
07.2013 - 03.2020
Fostered positive working relationships with customers by responding to questions and concerns.
Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
Managed daily transportation of materials, freight and goods using trucks with capacities of more than 80lbs.
Led associate focus groups and meetings to obtain suggestions, address concerns or issues and foster positive relations among team members and management.
Processed inbound and outbound shipments with high accuracy and efficiency by effectively directing associate teams and managing inventory processes.
Enforced regulatory and company policy compliance to improve workplace and employee safety and readiness.
Youth Group Leader
YMCA
09.2010 - 06.2013
Supervised youth in sports and life skills in an intermediate school setting
Educated potential participants on available services and processes to engage in program.
Mentoring young men , homework monitoring, team building
Managed small youth group of boys from ages 11-17
Worked with clients to improve life choices and maximize benefits of programs
Educational Counselor for Youth
NYC Parks & Recreation
06.2002 - 01.2007
Provided support and guidance to students experiencing academic and personal troubles.
Investigated complaints and worked with students, parents and teachers on finding positive resolutions.
Facilitated academic and cognitive assessments to provide resource referrals according to individualized needs.
Education
Masters - Educational Psychology
TUW-Turo University
Vallejo, CA
06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Studying Psychology
TUW – Turo University, Turo University Worldwide
Vallejo, CA
01.2022
Diploma -
Half Hollows Hills High School
Melville, NY
2003
Skills
Order picking and processing
Familiarity with DOT regulations
Problem resolution
Stationary surveillance
MS Office
Customer Service
Store Management
Communication Skills
Activity Planning
Youth Mentoring
Youth Psychology
Youth Behavior Management
Team collaboration
Additional Information
References Available Upon Request
Timeline
Dean of Students
Eagle Academy For Young Men
10.2022 - Current
Violence Prevention Specialist
Life Camp INC
10.2022 - Current
Youth Counselor
Baisley Park Tenant Association
07.2013 - Current
Delivery Associate and Operations Supervisor
Raymour & Flanigan Furniture
07.2013 - 03.2020
Youth Group Leader
YMCA
09.2010 - 06.2013
Educational Counselor for Youth
NYC Parks & Recreation
06.2002 - 01.2007
Masters - Educational Psychology
TUW-Turo University
Bachelor of Science - Studying Psychology
TUW – Turo University, Turo University Worldwide
Diploma -
Half Hollows Hills High School
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