Elliott Sinnwell
Charles City
Summary
Experienced with resident support and care, focusing on creating safe and nurturing environment. Utilizes conflict resolution and crisis intervention to address resident issues. Track record of building strong community relationships and enhancing resident satisfaction.
Experienced with operating heavy machinery and performing manual labor tasks efficiently. Utilizes problem-solving skills to address on-site challenges and ensure project continuity. Knowledge of safety protocols and team collaboration, contributing to successful project outcomes.
Experienced with strategic planning, leadership, and resource management. Utilizes effective decision-making to lead teams and manage operations. Track record of adapting to and overcoming complex challenges.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Counselor
North Iowa Juvenile Detention Center
05.2022 - Current
- Evaluated resident progress to identify areas of improvement and provide feedback.
- Supervised a team of residential counselors while managing a 24-hour residential facility for juveniles who are court-ordered to be there.
- Provided swift and knowledgeable emergency support in line with crisis protocols.
- Delivered frequent summaries on resident progression and regression in treatment to provide recommendations toward plans for success.
- Enforced safety policies and procedures to drive the safety and well-being of clients.
- Coordinated with other professionals to develop interdisciplinary treatment plans.
- Monitored residents’ behavior and responded to disciplinary issues per established policies.
- Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal, and social skills.
Infantry Motarman/11C
US Army National Guard
08.2019 - Current
- Assisted in operations across multiple countries in the Middle East during Operation Inherent Resolve and Operation Epic Fury from May 2025 to May 2026. Supported mission objectives by collaborating with diverse teams to achieve operational goals. Provided logistical support to ensure smooth execution of tasks.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize squad efficiency.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
- Coordinated with allied forces to achieve mission objectives. Established defensive positions to protect against enemy forces.
- Conducted routine inspections and diagnostics on equipment to identify and resolve mechanical issues.
- Executed directives from the command center with necessary timeliness and efficiency.
- Installed, operated, and maintained field communications equipment.
- Produced reports on equipment status, incidences, personnel readiness, and intelligence for superiors.
- Responding to emergencies with speed, efficiency, and knowledgeable assistance.
- Established defensive positions during hostile engagements.
- Operated and maintained military vehicles, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.
- Performed as a fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry-dismounted battle drills.
- Analyzed terrain to identify advantageous positions for operations. Trained in the use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
Laborer
City of Cedar Falls
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Assisted in landscape maintenance, including planting and irrigation tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to execute road repair and maintenance activities.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
Delivery/Repair
Furniture Barn
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Disconnected and reconstructed furniture by removing headboards from bed frames, unscrewing mirrors from dressers, and reassembling tables.
- Maintained a clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure them throughout transportation.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off trucks for fast shipment.
- Arranged items at the destination according to customer requests and instructions.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking, and distributing merchandise. Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls, IA05-2025
AAS - Police Science
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA05-2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Charles City High School
Charles City, IA05-2020
Skills
- Professional boundaries
- Client advocacy
- Psychosocial evaluation
- Therapeutic techniques
- Safety rules and regulations
- Willingness to learn
- Attention to detail
- Cultural awareness
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
Timeline
Laborer
City of Cedar Falls
05.2024 - 08.2024
Resident Counselor
North Iowa Juvenile Detention Center
05.2022 - Current
Infantry Motarman/11C
US Army National Guard
08.2019 - Current
Delivery/Repair
Furniture Barn
06.2018 - 08.2019
AAS - Police Science
Hawkeye Community College
High School Diploma - undefined
Charles City High School
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Northern Iowa