Carter Mandel
La Crosse,WI
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at GSAFE, enhancing youth resilience and community engagement through innovative program development and empowerment strategies. Excelled in fostering collaboration and promoting problem-solving skills. Demonstrated expertise in student motivation and creative thinking, achieving significant advancements in client and student support. Specializing in mentoring and engagement with Black and Brown, LGBTQIA+, and Disabled youth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Mentor, At-Risk Youth
GSAFE
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for youth dealing with difficult issues.
- Determined needed and relevant interventions based on each client's cognitive abilities and current needs.
- Developed and implemented programs to engage and empower underserved populations.
- Facilitated outreach activities to build community awareness.
Council Member
GSAFE
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Fostered climate of collaboration between general public, city manager, and members of city council.
- Alerted constituents of government actions and programs by way of newsletters, personal appearances at town meetings and individual meetings.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
Fellow
Leaders Igniting Transformation
10.2020 - 06.2022
- Networked and built strong presence with peers to facilitate professional relationships.
- Offered guidance to students on academic and career planning to support professional goal setting.
- Delivered political subject matter expertise to government representatives and civic officials.
Barista
Grounded Patio Cafe
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Completed successful daily cash audits to correctly balance drawers at end of shifts.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
Server
Le Chateau
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
Logan High School
La Crosse, WI05.2024
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Problem-solving skills
- Creative Thinking
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Student Motivation
- Reading Comprehension
- Essay Writing
- Parent-Teacher Communication
Accomplishments
- Received a key to the city of La Crosse, WI for advocacy and accomplishments in regard to the LGBTQIA+ community.
- Awarded SOUPer of the year by La Crosse SOUP, for advocating and raising $1500 for the local homeless population to purchase winter coats.
- Honorable Mention in C-SPAN Student Cam competition for LGBTQIA+ student advocacy through a created documentary titled "We're Here, We're Queer, and we Need to Know More".
Timeline
Server
Le Chateau
05.2024 - 08.2024
Council Member
GSAFE
09.2023 - 04.2024
Mentor, At-Risk Youth
GSAFE
06.2023 - 07.2024
Barista
Grounded Patio Cafe
04.2023 - 08.2024
Fellow
Leaders Igniting Transformation
10.2020 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Logan High School