Douglas Dean Davis II
Northridge,CA
Summary
Recent graduate with a Bachelor in Social Work to seek and maintain part or full-time employment that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills. Eager to secure an entry-level social work position to gain experience, develop new skills, and be ready to help the team achieve its goal.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Vitamin/Health and Beauty Clerk
Sprouts Farmers Market
Granada Hills, CA
05.2014 - Current
- Educate customers in supplements, exercise, nutrition 8 years resulted higher achievement health and well-being goals.
- Develop strong rapport with customers, employees and create positive impression of Sprouts Market.
- Recommend, select, and help locate or obtain merchandise based on customer needs and desires.
- Approached each problem with fresh mind and analytical strategies to resolve concerns quickly.
- Offered each customer top-notch personal service to boost sales and customer satisfaction.
Intern Child Social Worker ( 422 Hours Total)
Los Angeles Department Of Children Family Services
Los Angeles , CA
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Investigated alleged abuse, neglect, abandonment of children to determine abusive or unsafe conditions.
- Utilized CWS/CMS application for effective, organized case management and prioritized appropriate intervention.
- Interviewed individuals, families to assess needs, risks, strengths and assisted families navigating government agencies.
- Maintained 10+ caseloads and legal documentation under supervision of field instructor.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
EBay Seller
EBay Inc
Northridge, CA
07.2012 - 02.2017
- Generated $15,000 sales per month by SEO marketing, networked wholesale investors, Power Seller status 2 years.
- Communicated with eBay customers daily, answered questions, resolved disputes, provided item details, utilized Paypal.
- Shipped average of 10 to 25 packages daily using USPS, domestically, internationally proficient in all aspects of shipping,
- Efficiently managed inventory of 500 items, with constant flow of units in and out of storage.
- Organized financial documents utilizing Excel spreadsheets for accurate record collection.
Early Childhood Educator
Stephen S. Wise Temple Early Childhood Center
Bel-Air, CA
06.2008 - 06.2012
- Observed, assessed 16 children annually to identify developmental issues and improve child strengths.
- Conducted parent conferences with written developmental assessments and addressed concerns.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, safe environments.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, memory development, and educational techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Cal State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles 06.2022
Associate of Arts - Child Development
Pierce Community College
Woodland Hills, Ca06.2019
Skills
- Los Angeles Pierce Community College
- Associates of Arts in Child Development
- Associates of Science Transfer in Child Development
- California State University, Los Angeles
- Bachelors of Arts in Social Work
Headline
Diligent Social Worker Seeking a Career in Child Protective Services, Behavioral Health, Medical, and School Social Work.
Hard Skills
- Analytical/Practical: Research orientated, assessment, and interview clients to solve complex problems.
- Technology: Skillfully navigate apps and software programs; proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Case Management: Prioritize planning, advocate, and monitor services on behalf of clients.
- Writing: Establish accountability, evidence of intervention, and record accurate information.
- Management: Coach, mentor, and educate people effectively to negotiate life challenges.
Soft Skills
- Communication: Proficient verbal and non-verbal skills and active listening to identify needs.
- Empathy: Understand experience and respond to emotional states with patience.
- Organization: Prioritize needs to manage workload and cortical tasks effectively.
- Cultural Sensitivity: Aware of cultural differences and similarities to respect and value individual worldviews.
- Advocacy: Promote social justice, and empower communities to thrive.
Timeline
Intern Child Social Worker ( 422 Hours Total)
Los Angeles Department Of Children Family Services
09.2021 - 05.2022
Vitamin/Health and Beauty Clerk
Sprouts Farmers Market
05.2014 - Current
EBay Seller
EBay Inc
07.2012 - 02.2017
Early Childhood Educator
Stephen S. Wise Temple Early Childhood Center
06.2008 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Cal State University, Los Angeles
Associate of Arts - Child Development
Pierce Community College