Evelynn Brown
Baraboo,WI
Summary
Youth prevention specialist with proven track record in developing and implementing effective programs. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving impactful results. Skilled in crisis intervention, mentoring, and community outreach. Highly adaptable and reliable team player, valued for problem-solving abilities and commitment to positive youth development.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cage Cashier
Ho-Chunk Gaming Wisconsin Dells
03.2025 - Current
- Verified large amounts of cash quickly, ensuring accuracy and reducing wait times for customers.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Streamlined cash operations for increased efficiency by maintaining accurate records of all transactions.
- Managed high volumes of currency, balancing accounts accurately at the end of each shift.
- Quickly and accurately counted drawers at start and end of each shift.
- Counted and recorded assigned funds and made exchanges of funds throughout shift.
- Provided support to other team members when needed, fostering a collaborative work environment conducive to optimal productivity.
- Utilized strong attention to detail in reviewing transactions, ensuring all entries were accurate and complete before submitting for approval.
- Enforced company standard operating procedures, gaming regulations, and Title 31 compliance.
- Maintained security of the cage area, safeguarding company assets from potential theft or fraud risks.
- Trained, mentored, and developed new cashiers with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions.
Youth Prevention Specialist
Forest County Potawatomi
08.2023 - 03.2025
- Designed substance abuse prevention programs to meet needs and interests of recipients.
- Organized community events highlighting the importance of mental health, well-being, and positive social connections among adolescents.
- Provided regular progress reports on program outcomes for funding entities, demonstrating measurable impact on participant development.
- Enhanced community awareness on substance abuse and other high-risk behaviors through public presentations and workshops.
- Developed comprehensive prevention programs for diverse groups of at-risk youth, addressing specific needs and challenges.
- Promoted a safe, inclusive environment where all individuals felt supported regardless of background or personal struggles.
- Assessed community resources to address factors through collection, organization and analysis of data.
- Implemented evidence-based curricula designed to foster resiliency and protective factors among youth exposed to risk.
- Improved youth engagement by incorporating interactive activities and relatable examples in prevention education.
- Coordinated with mental health professionals to address underlying trauma, stressors, or concerns that may contribute to high-risk behaviors in young populations.
- Empowered young people by teaching critical thinking skills and self-awareness techniques to resist negative influences effectively.
F.C.P. Tribal Talent Program
Forest County Potawatomi
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Economic Support Specialist
Forest County Potawatomi
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Boosted team morale by fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged collaboration among Economic Support Specialists.
- Increased team productivity through effective communication, sharing best practices, and providing ongoing feedback to colleagues.
- Delivered exceptional results in meeting program goals related to self-sufficiency, employment placement, and retention for clients served.
- Certified to facilitate Parenting Groups.
- C.P.R. Certified.
- Supervised visits between parents and children.
- Did home visits as needed.
- Assisted in transportation when needed.
Education
Junior Standing - Psychology
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI05-2027
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI05-2022
Skills
- Reliability and punctuality
- Professionalism and courtesy
- Cash handling
- Collaborative Problem-solving
- Data entry efficiency
- Positive youth development
- Youth counseling
- Mental health awareness
- Self-esteem building
Certification
- Youth & Adult Mental Health First Aid Training - Forest County Potawatomi, 2024.
- C.P.R. Certified.
- Certified to give Narcan.
- Certified to facilitate Parenting Groups.
Timeline
Cage Cashier
Ho-Chunk Gaming Wisconsin Dells
03.2025 - Current
Youth Prevention Specialist
Forest County Potawatomi
08.2023 - 03.2025
F.C.P. Tribal Talent Program
Forest County Potawatomi
01.2023 - 08.2023
Economic Support Specialist
Forest County Potawatomi
01.2023 - 08.2023
Junior Standing - Psychology
University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Milwaukee Area Technical College
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