David Muniz
White Plains,NY
Summary
Professional youth care provider skilled in creating safe and supportive environments for adolescents. Strong focus on team collaboration, achieving measurable results, and adapting to changing needs. Competent in crisis intervention, behavioral management, and communication. Recognized for reliability, empathy, and proactive approach to youth development.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Care Specialist
The Childrens Village
Dobbs Ferry, NY
06.2013 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for youth, addressing emotional and behavioral needs.
- Facilitated group activities to promote social skills, teamwork, and conflict resolution among residents.
- Monitored daily living activities, ensuring safety and compliance with program standards and regulations.
- Trained new staff on crisis intervention techniques and effective communication strategies with youth.
- Mentored junior staff, providing guidance on best practices for engaging with diverse youth populations.
- Enhanced youth development by implementing engaging and interactive activities tailored to individual needs.
- Developed life skills training curriculum to empower youths in making responsible decisions and preparing for independent living.
- Implemented effective behavior modification techniques, resulting in improved self-regulation among participating youths.
- Aided with crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and offering peer counseling.
Amazon Delivery Driver
BLMS Shipping
Mahwah, NJ
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Operated delivery vehicle efficiently, ensuring timely arrival at various destinations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed loading and unloading of packages, optimizing space and reducing damage risk.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate routes and address delivery issues.
- Adapted quickly to changing schedules and priorities while meeting customer expectations.
- Provided exceptional customer service during deliveries, fostering positive relationships with clients.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
Education
High School Diploma -
White Plains High School
White Plains, NYNo Degree - Criminal Justice
Westchester Community College
Valhalla, NY09-2020
HVAC Technician - HVAC
Boces Of Westchester
Valhalla, NY03-2015
Skills
- Professional boundaries
- Self-care techniques
- Positive reinforcement
- Mental health support
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Behavior management
- Life skills instruction
- Records management
- Youth intake
- Plan of action development
- Skill assessment
- Academic observation
- Trauma-informed care
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Client documentation
- Conflict resolution
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Amazon Delivery Driver
BLMS Shipping
08.2020 - 12.2020
Youth Care Specialist
The Childrens Village
06.2013 - Current
High School Diploma -
White Plains High School
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Westchester Community College
HVAC Technician - HVAC
Boces Of Westchester