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Isabella Romano

Jersey City,NJ

Summary

Accomplished Mental Health Support Worker and seasoned Basketball Referee with a proven track record in crisis intervention and coaching experience from Conscious Care and Nunawading Basketball Centre. Expert in employing de-escalation techniques and fostering sportsmanship, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving skills and cultural sensitivity. Achieved significant improvements in client and athlete development through innovative strategies and effective communication. Community Service Volunteer with background working in service-based programs and nonprofits with Special Olympics New Jersey. Highly energetic, friendly and tireless in supporting others. Highly motivated and eager to learn.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Olympics Volunteer Basketball Coach

Special Olympics New Jersey
12.2023 - Current
  • Promoted sportsmanship, teamwork, and respect among players both on and off the court.
  • Enhanced player skills through personalized coaching and feedback.
  • Built strong, cohesive teams by fostering a positive and supportive environment.
  • Adjusted coaching style according to each athlete''s learning style to maximize potential improvement.
  • Developed strong relationships with athletes'' parents to encourage open communication and collaboration regarding player development.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
  • Participated in fundraising events, helping team bring in funds to pay for travel and other expenses.

Mental Health Support Worker

Conscious Care
05.2019 - 12.2019
  • Provided complex crisis intervention and stabilization to patients in psychological distress.
  • Evaluated patients based on mental and physical parameters discovered through interviews and standardized assessments.
  • Provided clients with recommendations to community resources.
  • Monitored client progress and provided feedback to families and treatment team members.
  • Developed and implemented activities to help clients develop social and independent living skills.
  • Delivered individualized services to clients working through issues such as mental illness and substance abuse.
  • Documented client progress in confidential files.
  • Collaborated with medical and clinical personnel to coordinate and implement client services.
  • Assisted in development and implementation of relapse prevention strategies.

Basketball Referee Supervisor

Nunawading Basketball Centre
05.2017 - 12.2019
  • Identified player infractions and determined appropriate penalties.
  • Maintained standardized expectations of fairness concerning penalties and acts not adhering to required sportsmanship.
  • Consulted with officiating team to discuss violations and play problems, coordinate responses and implement resolutions.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship among players.
  • Educated athletes, coaches and fellow officials about game rules and regulations.
  • Inspected sporting equipment for compliance with safety and event regulations.
  • Investigated and reported on any misconduct of players or coaches.
  • Made judgment calls on unsportsmanlike behavior and other violations.
  • Communicated with fans, coaches, players, and other umpires.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.

Basketball Referee Coach

Nunawading Basketball Centre
10.2016 - 12.2019
  • Reviewed and studied rulebooks to maintain current knowledge of updates and changes.
  • Educated athletes, coaches and fellow officials about game rules and regulations.
  • Explained and taught regulations and rules to players and coaches.
  • Trained and mentored new referees and other sports officials.
  • Used video replay equipment to review controversial plays.
  • Examined game tapes to assess and provide feedback on performance of officials.

Basketball Referee

Nunawading Basketball Centre
01.2014 - 12.2019
  • Worked at competitive athletic basketball games, tournaments and special sporting events.
  • Instructed players and coaches on basketball game rules.
  • Refereed basketball at various levels.
  • Called game violations with confidence and integrity while officiating basketball games.
  • Controlled game flow to maintain safe and fair environment.
  • Examined game tapes to assess and provide feedback on performance of officials.
  • Promoted good sportsmanship among players.
  • Reviewed and studied rulebooks to maintain current knowledge of updates and changes.
  • Handled high-stress situations using superior calming techniques with basketball players, coaches and fans.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
12.2024

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ
05.2024

Skills

  • Coaching experience
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Education Support
  • Problem-Solving
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Client Advocacy
  • Cultural Sensitivity
  • Documentation skills
  • Boundary Setting
  • Building rapport
  • De-Escalation Techniques
  • Intake Assessment

Certification

  • Licensed Registered Nurse - July 2024
  • Certificate of Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Australian Online Courses - April 2021
  • Certificate IV in Mental Health, Swinburne University - May 2019
  • Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work, Swinburne University - May 2019

Timeline

Special Olympics Volunteer Basketball Coach

Special Olympics New Jersey
12.2023 - Current

Mental Health Support Worker

Conscious Care
05.2019 - 12.2019

Basketball Referee Supervisor

Nunawading Basketball Centre
05.2017 - 12.2019

Basketball Referee Coach

Nunawading Basketball Centre
10.2016 - 12.2019

Basketball Referee

Nunawading Basketball Centre
01.2014 - 12.2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Capella University

Associate of Applied Science - Nursing

Bergen Community College

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