Genesis de Maria Contreras

Dedicated Team Leader with expertise in quality assurance initiatives, issue resolution and interpersonal communication. Proficient with project management, personnel training and production scheduling. Sets example for work ethic, punctuality and quality. Motivated Team Lead possessing excellent leadership and planning abilities. Focused on delivering high-quality products on tight schedules. Monitors, trains, and encourages employees to improve skills and meet demanding targets. History of successfully developing and managing strong teams through proactive training and issue management. People-oriented team leader successful in monitoring performance, delegating work and motivating members. Versed in managing daily direction and team communication. Collaborative and resourceful professional dedicated to identifying needs to develop and deliver creative solutions.

• American Counseling Association (ACA)
• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)

• NYS Mandated Reporter, New York State Office of Mental Health, 02/01/25
• Certification in Problem Gambling, NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports, 02/01/25
• OCD in Adults: Symptoms, Assessment and Introduction to First Line Treatments, NOCD, 02/01/25
• Certification in Gambling Related Harm Among Veterans, NYS Office of Addiction Services and Supports, 11/01/25, 0367
• CITI Program – Social-Behavioral Researchers, CITI Program, 03/01/22, 47813563, 03/01/26
• Certified Peer Educator, Le Moyne College
• Adult and Pediatric First Aid / CPR / AED, American Red Cross, 06/01/18, GW8ZND

• Cura Personalis Award – Student Development, Le Moyne College, 2024, Presented to a senior who has significantly contributed to the quality of life of those around them through individualized care, respect for others' unique circumstances, and the empowerment of peers; criteria include good academic standing and demonstrated commitment to motivating and uplifting the campus community
• Dean's List Senior Recipient Award, Le Moyne College, 2024, Recognized for maintaining Dean's List standing across both the fall and spring semesters of the senior year, reflecting sustained academic excellence throughout undergraduate study

• Ignatian Q Conference, 2024, St. Louis, MO, Attended national conference creating community, developing spirituality, and affirming humanity for LGBTQ+ students at Jesuit institutions across the AJCU
• Creating Change Conference – National LGBTQ Task Force, 2023, San Francisco, CA, Participated in the nation's premier LGBTQ political leadership and skills-building conference, engaging in advocacy training and networking sessions
• Graduate Student Retreat, Syracuse, NY

• Commencement Speaker, Le Moyne College – Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony, Syracuse, NY, 05/01/24, Selected to deliver the undergraduate commencement address, representing the graduating class of 2024 at Le Moyne College
• Graduate Student Representative – General Board, Le Moyne College Student Government Association, Syracuse, NY, 05/01/25, Present, Advocated for graduate student interests at the institutional level, including securing grandfathering protections for graduate assistants affected by tuition assistance policy changes; Led wellness programming initiatives and developed a graduate assistantship master list to support graduate student navigation of campus resources
• Board Member – Vice President, Le Moyne College Kicks & Caps, 09/01/25, Present
• Board Member – Vice President, Le Moyne College Women's Club Rugby, 08/01/20, Present
• Player, Le Moyne College Women's Club Lacrosse, 03/01/22, 05/01/24
• Runner – NCAA Division II Student-Athlete, Le Moyne College XC/Track & Field, 07/01/20, 09/01/21
• Board Member – President, Ritmo Tropical, 09/01/20, 05/01/24
• Board Member – President, Spanish Club, 09/01/22, 05/01/24
• Board Member – Secretary, PRISM, 09/01/20, 05/01/24
• Member, El Progreso, 09/01/20, Present