Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Languages
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Gay Say

Des Moines

Summary

Counselor with expertise in planning engaging activities and promoting teamwork. Strong communication skills, first aid knowledge, and safety compliance enhance client experiences in recreational environments. Demonstrated success in boosting youth confidence and skills in sports and arts and crafts while addressing mental and emotional health needs. Extensive experience in case management and developing effective plans to achieve client goals in long-term facilities and social services programs.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Counselor

The Bowery Misson
Bushkill
05.2024 - 08.2025
  • Planned engaging games and educational activities for diverse age groups.
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance service delivery and client care.
  • Facilitated team-building exercises to improve group dynamics among campers.
  • Organized daily recreational activities, including sports, arts, crafts, and outdoor games.
  • Provided first aid support to address health-related issues efficiently.
  • Maintained cleanliness and orderliness of camp facilities and equipment.
  • Assisted in meal preparation and cleanup during snack and lunch periods.
  • Communicated operational updates to Camp Director regarding changes.

Union Laborer

Cupertino Union
DesMoines
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical diagrams to ensure precise installations.
  • Assisted with installation of electrical wiring and fixtures in compliance with safety standards.
  • Operated hand and power tools for various installation and maintenance tasks.
  • Maintained organized work environments to uphold safety practices.
  • Supported team members in consistently completing projects within deadlines.
  • Documented daily tasks and progress for effective project tracking.
  • Measured, cut, and bent wire and conduit using appropriate tools.
  • Gathered necessary tools and equipment for each task to enhance efficiency.

Assembly Line Leader

HyVee Foods
Ankeny
05.2018 - 10.2021
  • Supervised assembly line operations to maintain efficient workflows and quality standards.
  • Monitored equipment performance, promptly reporting maintenance needs to minimize downtime.
  • Collaborated with management to resolve production challenges and optimize operational processes.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced production efficiency and reduced waste.
  • Conducted regular team meetings to communicate updates and reinforce performance goals.
  • Provided guidance and support to workers about their duties and responsibilities.
  • Developed strategies for enhancing quality control processes on the assembly line.
  • Monitored assembly line workers' efficiency to ensure maximum productivity levels.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hoover High School
Des Moines, IA
05-2018

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

Dmacc
Ankeny, IA

Skills

  • Activity planning
  • Team collaboration
  • First aid response
  • Client care
  • Program development
  • Safety compliance
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Problem solving
  • Leadership skills
  • Social work expertise
  • Effective communication
  • Bilingual in Karen and English
  • First aid certification
  • Volunteer management
  • Outdoor skills
  • Sports coaching
  • Active listening
  • Creative mindset
  • Life skills development
  • Relationship building
  • Compassionate communication
  • Youth mentorship
  • Decision-making
  • Team leadership
  • Team building
  • Physical fitness

Affiliations

  • sports
  • active listener
  • hand on works
  • coach
  • mentor

Languages

English
Full Professional
karen
Native/ Bilingual

Accomplishments

  • 1st place in basketball and soccer

Timeline

Counselor

The Bowery Misson
05.2024 - 08.2025

Union Laborer

Cupertino Union
01.2022 - 08.2022

Assembly Line Leader

HyVee Foods
05.2018 - 10.2021

High School Diploma -

Hoover High School

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice

Dmacc