Quashon Rivers
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Support Volunteer
Collaborative Supportive Services Of New Jersey
Jersey City, New Jersey
01.2021 - 09.2023
- Provided one-on-one emotional and social support to individuals in need.
- Advised clients on available mental health resources within the local area.
- Participated in weekly team meetings with other Peer Support Volunteers and staff members to discuss client cases, share best practices, and brainstorm innovative solutions.
- Encouraged clients to participate in recreational activities that foster physical and emotional wellbeing.
- Established positive relationships with peers by demonstrating empathy and understanding during interactions.
Demolition Laborer
One Source Staffing
Union City, New Jersey
02.2019 - 04.2020
- Assisted in the demolition of buildings and other structures using hammers, crowbars, and other tools.
- Removed debris from job sites to designated areas for disposal or recycling.
- Unloaded and transported construction materials to job sites as needed.
- Prepared surfaces prior to demolition by removing existing fixtures and coverings safely.
- Maintained a clean worksite by disposing of trash regularly throughout the day.
- Cleaned up any messes created during the course of the job quickly and efficiently.
- Used protective gear such as hard hats, goggles, ear protection, respirators., when necessary.
Education
GED -
Penn Forster
Online ClassesSkills
- Peer Mentoring
- Motivational enhancement therapy
- Crisis Intervention
- De-Escalation Techniques
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Peer Support Volunteer
Collaborative Supportive Services Of New Jersey
01.2021 - 09.2023
Demolition Laborer
One Source Staffing
02.2019 - 04.2020
GED -
Penn Forster
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