HENRIETTA CHILTON
Jackson Heights
Summary
Dynamic Emergency Medical Technician with the New York State Department of Health, adept at critical decision-making and calm under pressure. Enhanced patient outcomes through effective airway management and vital signs assessment, while fostering community trust and collaboration. Committed to continuous education and compliance with industry standards, ensuring optimal emergency care delivery. Offering genuine passion for working with children and dedication to fostering fun and safe environment. Brings understanding of basic child psychology and first aid, along with ability to quickly learn and implement camp guidelines and activities. Ready to use and develop communication and leadership skills in coaching/ counselor role.
Organized childcare professional with proven track record of creating fun and secure environment for children. Expertise in planning and executing variety of activities that engage and educate, while maintaining focus on safety and well-being. Highly collaborative and results-driven, reliable in adapting to changing needs and fostering teamwork.
Approached each day and unique challenges with enthusiasm, patience, and humor.
High-energy Recreational Leader adept at developing exciting calendar events to maximize budgetary resources while fulfilling community desires. Talented problem-solver with personable and open style.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Summer Camp Counselor
Super Kickers
New York, NY
07.2025 - Current
- Led daily activities and structured programs to engage campers in diverse sports and recreational activities.
- Mentored junior counselors, fostering teamwork and enhancing leadership skills among staff members.
- Developed safety protocols ensuring a secure environment during all camp activities and events.
- Collaborated with parents to address concerns, providing feedback on camper progress and experiences.
- Facilitated team-building exercises that promoted social skills and cooperation among campers of varying ages.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Administered first aid quickly to provide health and safety to campers.
- Developed strong rapport with parents by addressing concerns promptly and professionally during pick-up and drop-off times.
- Increased team cohesion with implementation of daily debrief sessions for staff.
Emergency Medical Technician
New York State Department of Health
New York, NY
06.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently assessing and addressing medical emergencies in high-pressure situations.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Fostered strong relationships with local community organizations to support health and safety initiatives, increasing public trust and engagement.
- Maintained a safe environment for all involved parties by adhering to strict safety measures during emergency situations.
Camp Counselor
Hashomer Hatzair
New York, NY
06.2023 - Current
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp’s core values.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Ensured smooth transitions between activities by efficiently managing time and resources throughout each day.
- Promoted camper growth through individualized attention, mentorship, and skill-building opportunities.
- Maximized camper enjoyment by adapting programs to accommodate diverse interests and abilities.
- Kept accurate records of each camper’s medical information, dietary restrictions, and emergency contacts as part of maintaining a safe environment for all participants.
- Developed strong relationships with co-counselors that resulted in seamless teamwork during challenging situations or emergencies.
- Led conflict resolution efforts among campers, fostering a positive atmosphere conducive to personal development.
Education
High School Diploma -
Academy of American Studies
Long Island City, NY06-2025
Skills
- Basic life support
- Critical decision-making skills
- Vital sign assessment
- Bleeding control
- Diabetic emergencies
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Compassion and empathy
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- CPR and first aid
- Vital signs monitoring
- Airway management
- Emergency management
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Clear communication
- Calm under pressure
- Stress management
- Role modeling
- Child supervision
- Decision-making
- Safety guidelines
Timeline
Summer Camp Counselor
Super Kickers
07.2025 - Current
Emergency Medical Technician
New York State Department of Health
06.2024 - Current
Camp Counselor
Hashomer Hatzair
06.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Academy of American Studies