David Chaney
Chesapeake,Suffolk, Virginia
Summary
Dedicated professional provides exceptional professional care and implements appropriate interventions. Utilizes variety of resources to identify unique needs and assist vulnerable populations. Adept at establishing strong rapport with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreation Specialist
City of Chesapeake Parks Recreation & Tourism
07.2005 - Current
- Supervises staff, including interviewing, training, assigning and evaluating work, counseling, and disciplining
- Assists in the planning and scheduling of recreational activities, programs, field trips, and special events; supervises activities and program participants, ensuring compliance with center rules and regulations
- Interacts with the public in person and by telephone to provide information, and handle requests, concerns, and complaints relating to the area of responsibility
- Oversees and monitors expenditures for area of responsibility; provides fiscal data for preparation of the annual budget; prepares and submits deposits to the City Treasurer’s Office
- Gathers and maintains information to support periodic and special reports documenting activities and events for area of responsibility
- Maintains record system for assigned area; processes daily paperwork including reports, requisitions, and personnel information
- Monitors and assists with maintenance of facility; submits work orders as needed
- Performs public relations, creating flyers, memos, letters, and/or contracts for City-wide programs
- Coordinates purchasing of supplies and equipment
- Monitors and supervises issues recreation identification cards
- Performs routine office tasks such as typing, filing, telephoning, faxing, and photocopying
- Attends or conducts staff meetings to exchange information.
- Implemented community outreach programs to promote mental health awareness.
Children’s Counselor
Chesapeake Juvenile Services
11.2005 - 07.2007
- Supervise the daily activities of residents
- Facilitate life skills, chemical dependency, and anger management groups
- Respond to crisis situations and de-escalate bizarre and aggressive behavior
- Supervise substitute counselors and student interns
- Maintain progress reports for case management files
- Utilize the behavior modification system
- Counsel residents with mental illnesses and conduct disorders
- Maintained confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
- Wrote reports on residents and maintained required paperwork.
- Provided comprehensive assessment, goal setting and service plans.
- Educated residents and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
- Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for residents.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care for residents.
Recreation Activities Leader
City of Portsmouth Parks & Recreation
06.2002 - 09.2005
- Directed the Summer Galaxy Program for youth
- Coordinated holiday programs and routine recreational activities
- Planned activities for the senior citizens and visually impaired adults
- Managed Healthy Choices Food Program
- Supervised Adult Basketball Night
- Operated 15 passenger van to transport the visually impaired to outings
- Collected and recorded revenue and fees
- Attended interagency meetings and networked to create community partnerships.
- Assisted patrons in identifying community resources and connecting with appropriate services.
- Educated patrons and families on mental health, wellness and recovery topics.
Recreation Instructor I
City of Richmond Parks & Recreation
01.1997 - 01.2003
- Implemented and managed youth soccer and basketball programs
- Organized games and instructed center recreational activities
- Developed monthly activities and programs
- Directed the Adult Wheelchair Basketball League Program
- Supervised part-time and volunteer staff
- Created monthly calendar and promoted center events
- Managed reservations and booking for center use
- Attended interagency meetings and networked to create community partnerships.
Youth Counselor
Henrico County Parks and Recreation
01.1996 - 01.1997
- Supervised activities for autistic and physically challenged youth
- Served as Head Basketball coach for youth league
- Promoted community and cultural awareness
Youth Counselor
Garfield F. Childs Memorial Fund
09.1995 - 04.1996
- Supervised “at-risk” teenaged youth after school
- Provided extensive field work and in-home services for participants
- Mentored and tutored teenage students in homework study
- Facilitated support groups, life skills and anger management groups
Education
Criminal Justice
Virginia Commonwealth University
1998
Advanced Studies Diploma -
Canterbury Preparatory High School
1993
Skills
- Technical Skills
- Proficient in
- Microsoft Office programs, internet services, exceptional organizational skills, strong interpersonal skills, and outstanding communication skills
- Legal Standards
- Emotional Support
- Critical Thinking
- Training Courses
- Social Support
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 10 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
Adult First Aid and CPR, 2020
Additional Information
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Trained in the following:
Security Awareness
Mental Health First Aid
Workplace Violence Prevention
Chemical Spill
Ethics In Action
Effective Supervisory
Run Hide Fight Training
City of Chesapeake Leader Development Program
Timeline
Children’s Counselor
Chesapeake Juvenile Services
11.2005 - 07.2007
Recreation Specialist
City of Chesapeake Parks Recreation & Tourism
07.2005 - Current
Recreation Activities Leader
City of Portsmouth Parks & Recreation
06.2002 - 09.2005
Recreation Instructor I
City of Richmond Parks & Recreation
01.1997 - 01.2003
Youth Counselor
Henrico County Parks and Recreation
01.1996 - 01.1997
Youth Counselor
Garfield F. Childs Memorial Fund
09.1995 - 04.1996
Criminal Justice
Virginia Commonwealth University
Advanced Studies Diploma -
Canterbury Preparatory High School