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Dante Garnes

Providence,RI

Summary

Experienced counselor specializing in daily living skills, and coaching to promote independence. Skilled in enhancing adolescent mental health and social well-being through targeted support, with a proven ability to excel in high-pressure environments, and adapt to evolving needs.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Residential Counselor

Susan Wayne Center of Excellence
Thompson, CT
04.2023 - 02.2025
  • Provided emotional support, conflict resolution, and structured guidance to residents in need.
  • Developed individualized strategies to help residents achieve personal and programmatic success.
  • Conducted new resident orientations, and led educational workshops to enhance program engagement.
  • Responded to crisis situations quickly to maintain calm and immediately determine level of assistance needed.

Youth Program Coordinator

Trinity Academy of the Performing Arts
Providence, RI
01.2020 - 05.2023
  • Advised students on course selection and academic pathways.
  • Designed and delivered classroom guidance lessons focused on topics such as drug prevention, study skills, and college readiness.
  • Created monthly reports detailing program progress, successes, challenges and recommendations for improvement.

Administrative Assistant

Winn Residential
Woonsocket, RI
05.2017 - 01.2020
  • Maintained and organized administrative records, ensuring seamless workflow and efficiency.
  • Processed invoices for payment using accounting software applications.
  • synthesized information and to disseminate information throughout organization.

Education

Associates of Science - Psychology

University of Rhode Island
Kingstown, RI

Diploma -

Beacon Charter High School for the Arts
Woonsocket, RI

Skills

  • Event Planning & Coordination
  • De-escalation & Problem Solving Techniques
  • Data entry and record management
  • Time Management & Task Prioritization
  • Multitasking across multiple communication channels
  • Workshop facilitation & Program development

Certification

  • Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Certification
  • Trauma Informed Care (TIC) Certification

Timeline

Residential Counselor

Susan Wayne Center of Excellence
04.2023 - 02.2025

Youth Program Coordinator

Trinity Academy of the Performing Arts
01.2020 - 05.2023

Administrative Assistant

Winn Residential
05.2017 - 01.2020

Associates of Science - Psychology

University of Rhode Island

Diploma -

Beacon Charter High School for the Arts

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