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Charizma Jackson

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Attentive social service specialist with background providing professional observation, assessment and individualized services. Seasoned at teaching skills to boost quality of life and promote positive interactions. Focused on delivering and propelling seamless care through consultation with caregivers.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Development Counselor

Administration Of Children Services
07.2023 - 08.2024

• Work in a Detention center counseling youth ages 14-20
• Provide safe and secure supervision and care to youth who are in secure juvenile detention
• Manage conflict and youth behavior safely including using de-escalation and restraint techniques as
necessary
• Provide structure and engage youth in pro-social activities and behaviors
• Support youth in their efforts to develop new social, academic and vocational skills and interests

  • Provided crisis intervention services, effectively resolving conflicts and maintaining a safe environment for all participants.
  • Served as an advocate for at-risk youth within the community, connecting them with local resources and support networks.

After-School Program Director

Good Shepherds Services
06.2022 - 01.2023
  • Developed individualized learning plans for students, resulting in personalized support and increased achievement levels.
  • Implemented a comprehensive staff professional development plan, ensuring continuous improvement and growth in program quality.
  • Secured additional funding through grant writing efforts, enabling the expansion of services offered to students.
  • Improved overall student performance by providing targeted academic support in core subjects.
  • Coordinated staff and student activities to promote a safe and productive learning environment.

Assistant Program Director

Good Shepherds Services
08.2019 - 06.2022
  • Provided a safe space for students to discuss personal issues or concerns by establishing trust and maintaining confidentiality.
  • Managed attendance records and tracked student participation to ensure accurate reporting for grant requirements.
  • Facilitated workshops on topics such as conflict resolution, communication skills, and leadership development for program attendees.
  • Actively participated in staff meetings and professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and youth programming.
  • Established strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress.

Sub-paraprofessional

Department Of Education
03.2018 - 06.2022
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop and implement individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Supported school initiatives by participating in professional development opportunities and collaborating with colleagues on best practices for student growth and achievement.

Direct Care Counselor

Cerebral Palsy Association of New York State
02.2014 - 09.2020
  • Served as a liaison between clients, their families, and the treatment team, fostering strong communication channels and promoting collaborative care efforts.
  • Provided crisis intervention as needed, utilizing de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe environment for all involved parties.
  • Increased client engagement by consistently offering opportunities for recreation, skill-building activities, and social interaction within the facility or community setting.
  • Implemented behavior modification techniques effectively, resulting in improved client self-regulation abilities over time.
  • Arranged and helped with medications according to established schedule.

Education

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Borough of Manhattan Community College
New York, NY
06-2026

GED -

Dream Youth Build
Brooklyn, NY
07-2007

Skills

  • Youth Advocacy
  • Professional boundaries
  • Multicultural Competence
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Family engagement
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Excellent Communication

Timeline

Youth Development Counselor

Administration Of Children Services
07.2023 - 08.2024

After-School Program Director

Good Shepherds Services
06.2022 - 01.2023

Assistant Program Director

Good Shepherds Services
08.2019 - 06.2022

Sub-paraprofessional

Department Of Education
03.2018 - 06.2022

Direct Care Counselor

Cerebral Palsy Association of New York State
02.2014 - 09.2020

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Borough of Manhattan Community College

GED -

Dream Youth Build

Quote

How many ideas have there been in the history of the human race that were unthinkable ten years before they appeared?
Fyodor Dostoevsky
Charizma Jackson