ISAAC STEPHENS
Wellsprings Lutheran Services
Holt,MI
21
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Detail-oriented professional with excellent communication, interpersonal, and creative thinking skills. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the vacancy at your company. Frequently praised as hard-working by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals.
Work History
Family Preservation Worker
2 Years- Facilitated family assessments to identify strengths and needs.
- Developed individualized service plans to enhance family stability.
- Coordinated resources and community services for client support.
- Provided crisis intervention and conflict resolution strategies to families.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through client feedback and outcomes analysis.
- Collaborated with community resources to ensure the provision of essential services for at-risk families.
- Monitored client progress closely through regular evaluations, adjusting service plans as necessary to achieve optimal results.
Infantry Platoon Sergeant
2 Years- Directly supervised a team of non-commissioned officers to ensure platoon objectives were met.
- Facilitated coordination between higher headquarters staff elements and subordinate units regarding mission planning or execution.
- Monitored physical fitness levels within the platoon ensuring soldiers met standards set forth by regulations.
- Conducted effective after-action reviews to identify areas for improvement in training, operations, or tactics.
- Mentored junior NCOs on leadership principles while providing them with feedback on their performance per Army doctrine.
- Led by example in demonstrating professionalism at all times while interacting with peers or superiors.
Instructor
2 Years 5 Months- Helped students understand difficult concepts with hands-on learning and group projects.
- Facilitated group activities and discussions.
- Provided feedback to students to enhance academic growth.
- Encouraged active participation from all students through hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data and attendance records.
- Built trust and rapport with students by establishing clear boundaries and lines of communication.
- Encouraged student participation and challenged students to think critically.
Honor Guard Member
3 Years 6 Months- Applied knowledge of military customs and courtesies when conducting casket watch at funerals.
- Developed expertise in the use of firearms, sabers, flags, and other ceremonial items during military honors ceremonies.
- Incorporated effective communication techniques when briefing Honor Guard members on upcoming events and tasks.
- Conducted thorough inspections before each ceremony ensuring that all uniforms were properly fitted and pressed.
- Adapted quickly to changing conditions associated with outdoor ceremonies such as inclement weather or unexpected delays.
Drill Sergeant
2 Years 2 Months- Created reports summarizing training accomplishments and areas needing improvement.
- Utilized innovative methods for teaching complex topics in a simplified manner.
- Evaluated individual soldier’s strengths and weaknesses based on observed performance criteria.
- Instructed soldiers in basic military tactics, techniques, and procedures.
- Maintained records of individual soldier’s performance, attendance, and disciplinary actions.
- Provided leadership and guidance to personnel in all aspects of their development.
Weapons Squad Leader
1 Year 8 Months- Utilized problem-solving skills to resolve difficult issues that arose in the field quickly and efficiently.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of existing tactics and procedures used by squad members in various scenarios.
- Developed effective communication strategies between team members for improved mission success rate.
- Participated in planning sessions with senior officers regarding upcoming missions and operations.
- Supervised the preparation and maintenance of weapons systems for deployment.
Infantry Squad Leader
2 Years 6 Months- Monitored team morale and took corrective actions as needed to maintain high standards of discipline, exemplifying strong motivational capabilities.
- Developed and implemented tactical plans to achieve mission objectives, demonstrating strategic thinking abilities.
- Assessed risks associated with each situation and adjusted tactics accordingly, demonstrating adept risk assessment abilities.
- Ensured effective communication between team members by coordinating activities, and exhibiting superior organizational capabilities.
- Established checkpoints and provided area security.
- Utilized camouflage techniques to conceal weapons and personnel.
Infantry Team Leader
4 Years 2 Months- Led a team of infantry personnel in combat operations, demonstrating strong leadership and decision-making skills.
- Collaborated with other military branches to coordinate joint operations, utilizing interpersonal skills.
- Evaluated soldier readiness before deploying units into active duty assignments, displaying initiative and resourcefulness.
- Implemented new technology into the field unit’s daily operations, highlighting adaptability and innovation.
- Conducted security patrols to detect threats.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to changing environments and situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Criminal Justice
Skills
Time Management
Organizational Skills
Leadership Development
Decision Making
Multi-Tasking Capabilities
Workload prioritization
Verbal Reports
Weapons expertise
Overseeing training
Individualized service planning
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Certification
- Equal Opportunity Adviser
- Sexual Assault Victim Advocate
- Master Fitness Trainer
- Master Marksmanship Trainer
LANGUAGES
Arabic
Beginner
AWARDS
Army Achievement Award, Army Accommodation Award, Humanitarian Award, Army Good Conduct Award, NATO Award
Timeline
Family Preservation Worker
Wellsprings Lutheran Services
10.2024 - CurrentRead More
Infantry Platoon Sergeant
US ARMY
09.2022 - 09.2024Read More
Instructor
US ARMY
01.2020 - 06.2022Read More
Honor Guard Member
US ARMY
05.2016 - 11.2019Read More
Drill Sergeant
Dco 1/50 INF
01.2014 - 03.2016Read More
Weapons Squad Leader
Cco 1-14 INF
03.2012 - 11.2013Read More
Infantry Squad Leader
Cco 1-14 INF
06.2009 - 12.2011Read More
Infantry Team Leader
Aco 2-4 INF
01.2005 - 03.2009Read More
Everett High School
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Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) from Criminal Justice
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