Chantel Poston
Indianapolis,IN
Summary
Innovative professional with expertise in promoting academic, career and social development programs. Possesses excellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills. Trusted advisor goes extra mile to help individuals succeed.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Employment Specialist
Goodwill Ignite
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Motivated participants in the Goodwill Ignite program, providing certification training, paid work experiences, and employment placement for individuals aged 16-24
- Assisted with barrier removal, offered tools for success, and built relationships with students and families
- Managed caseloads effectively, addressing crises while fulfilling core responsibilities.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Empowered students through counseling and skill-building exercises.
Mission Coach and Mentor
Goodwill Commercial Services
03.2020 - 03.2022
- Managed, mentored, and coached a team of over 100 employees
- Provided a range of services, including transportation assistance, food and housing support, educational support, soft skills training, and mental health support
- Developed excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with strong interpersonal, organizational, and computer skills.
- Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity and respect.
- Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach/Teacher
Franklin College
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Assisted the head coach in recruiting, coaching, game preparation, and administrative duties
- Mentored and monitored student-athlete success and well-being
- Taught women’s strength and conditioning courses
- Facilitated the preparation and execution of recruiting efforts.
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
Assistant Women’s Basketball Varsity Coach
West Lafayette H.S
05.2014 - 05.2016
- Assisted the Head Coach in organizing, supervising, and evaluating in-season and summer practice sessions
- Created and implemented summer training programs for strength and conditioning
- Analyzed and prepared game film for opposing teams.
- Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
- Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity and respect.
- Monitored team practices to establish high level of performance.
Education
Master of Science - Athletic Administration
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, IN08.2022
Culinary Arts/ Nutrition
Art Institute of Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN01.2017
Bachelor of Arts in Health And Human Studies -
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN05.2013
Skills
- Team Building
- Employment Training
- Interview Coaching
- Problem Solving
- Soft Skills Development
- Time Management
- Career Assessment
- Youth Mentoring
- Career Counseling
- Community Outreach
- Workforce Development
- Conflict Resolution
- Individualized Service Planning
- Case Management
Awards
Recipient of a five-year, full-ride scholarship as a member of the Purdue Women’s Basketball team, developing a competitive mindset and excelling in high-pressure situations. Back-to-back Big Ten Titles as a Junior and Senior at Purdue University. Inducted into the Tennessee Basketball Hall of Fame. Certified Mental First-Aid Responder. Certified Credit Counselor.
Volunteer Experience
- Boys and Girls Club
- YMCA Youth Counselor
- 5k Cancer Walk
- Humane Society
Languages
ASL
Professional Working
Timeline
Youth Employment Specialist
Goodwill Ignite
11.2022 - 11.2023
Mission Coach and Mentor
Goodwill Commercial Services
03.2020 - 03.2022
Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach/Teacher
Franklin College
01.2016 - 01.2020
Assistant Women’s Basketball Varsity Coach
West Lafayette H.S
05.2014 - 05.2016
Master of Science - Athletic Administration
Indiana State University
Culinary Arts/ Nutrition
Art Institute of Indianapolis
Bachelor of Arts in Health And Human Studies -
Purdue University
Similar Profiles
Aidan SullivanAidan Sullivan
Peer Advisor at Ignite NationPeer Advisor at Ignite Nation
Ramonde CoyRamonde Coy
Nursing Assistant at Ignite Medical ResortsNursing Assistant at Ignite Medical Resorts
Steven CullisSteven Cullis
Senior Service Desk Specialist at Ignite TechnologySenior Service Desk Specialist at Ignite Technology
Jide AdeshiyanJide Adeshiyan
Associate Operations Manager at CSL PlasmaAssociate Operations Manager at CSL Plasma
Jordan StoneJordan Stone
Customer Service Representative at United AirlinesCustomer Service Representative at United Airlines