Denzel Nwanguma
Camarillo,California
Summary
Compassionate mental health professional with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Grand Canyon University. Over five years of experience providing direct care and support to at-risk youth. Skilled in implementing effective intervention strategies and therapeutic programs to promote emotional well-being and behavioral improvement. Adept at leadership, crisis intervention, and fostering positive youth development, eager to leverage these skills and passion for helping individuals to contribute positively to the organization.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Care Coordinator I,II,III Lead Care Coordinator
Newport Healthcare
02.2022 - Current
- Performed highly complex and specialized tasks, contributing significantly to achieving team and organizational goals through expert-level work and strategic initiatives.
- Operated with minimal supervision, exercising broad independent judgment to drive projects forward, solve critical issues, and meet departmental objectives efficiently.
- Mentored team members and served as a preceptor for new hires and interns, providing advanced training and guidance to enhance team competencies and foster professional growth.
- Assisted department leadership in daily operations, including scheduling and managing special projects, demonstrating proactive leadership and exceptional organizational skills.
Youth Development Specialist/Behavariol Specialist
Casa Pacifica Centers for Children & Families
11.2021 - 02.2024
- Designed and implemented goal-setting frameworks that enabled at-risk youth to achieve personal and academic targets, fostering measurable improvements in behavior and performance.
- Supervised youth in a dynamic environment, ensuring their safety and security through vigilant oversight and proactive engagement, thereby creating a supportive atmosphere for all age groups.
- Utilized cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques to help clients identify and change detrimental habits, resulting in significant positive behavior changes and enhanced life skills.
- Developed and executed comprehensive programs featuring diverse activities and motivational guest speakers, which enriched youth experiences and facilitated personal growth and resilience.
Front Desk/Front Desk Manager
Comfort Suites
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Customer service, Communication skills, Trained new employees Responsible for customer issues and resolving them
- Developed loyal and highly satisfied customer base through proactive management of team customer service strategies
- Strengthened merchandising and promotional strategies to drive customer engagement and boost sales
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments, planning and coordinating in-house and outsourced resources.
Education
Bachelors - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2021
Associates Of Art Degree: Psychology -
College of The Canyons
Valencia, CA05.2019
Skills
- Leadership
- Problem Solving Skills
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Clinical Knowledge
- Crisis Intervention
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
Care Coordinator I,II,III Lead Care Coordinator
Newport Healthcare
02.2022 - Current
Youth Development Specialist/Behavariol Specialist
Casa Pacifica Centers for Children & Families
11.2021 - 02.2024
Front Desk/Front Desk Manager
Comfort Suites
06.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelors - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Associates Of Art Degree: Psychology -
College of The Canyons