HALEY DIRKES-JACKS

Dedicated and compassionate Social Worker with comprehensive knowledge and experience with children, families, and populations with special needs. People-oriented leader who creates cohesive and efficient work environments.

Therapy Dog Handler, 02/2024 to current

Dogs on Duty, St. Louis, MO

• Travel to schools, assisted living facilities, universities, etc., to provide a therapeutic experience for a variety of populations

Classroom Reader, 01/23 to current

Ready Readers - St. Louis, MO

• Facilitate story time in multiple classrooms with diverse students, including relationship building, literacy skills, and classroom management
• Fundraised 246% of my team goal as a leader by utilizing networking and interpersonal skills

Big Sister, 2017 to 2020

Big Brothers Big Sisters - St. Louis, MO

• Developed a meaningful, supportive relationship with a Little Sister and planned engaging and developmentally appropriate outings and activities while collaborating with a Relationship Specialist to ensure enforcement of policies and maintenance of a healthy, secure relationship