JaCara Fields
Memphis,TN
Summary
Passionate Naturalist knowledgeable about Memphis City Park’s equipment conditions and environmental concerns. Adept at teaching people of all ages how to enjoy and care for local areas. Ready to bring 2 years of related experience to dynamic new role with room for advancement.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Park Ranger
City of Memphis
08.2022 - Current
- Interacted pleasantly with visitors and promoted park rules, regulations and safety measures to educate and inform.
- Trained new park rangers and team members in all operations and policies while offering mentorship and assistance with duties.
- Directed incoming and outgoing traffic during special events and identified available parking areas for drivers.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
Family Engagement Specialist
Porter Leath
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Conducted outreach to families and other community partners to identify ways to address social, emotional and behavioral needs.
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
- Maintained detailed case histories, metrics and reports to meet strict standards.
Summer Day Camp Counselor
City of Memphis
04.2019 - 07.2021
- Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environment by supervising activity of campers
- Planned, organized, facilitated, and promoted diverse recreational programs
- Implemented and developed programs to promote physical fitness, teamwork and healthy living.
- Developed and monitored budgets for recreational activities.
Social Work Counselor
Greenhouse Ministries
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Coordinated and supervised public food drives that provided over meals for over 200 families.
- Facilitated group counseling sessions to support and encourage client growth.
- Facilitated individual and group sessions to promote positive behavior change for clients.
- Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
Education
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
12.2020
Skills
- Park supervision
- Facility Patrols
- Environmental education
- Resource Navigation
- Safety Planning
- Case Needs Assessments
Volunteer Experience
- Ann Campbell’s Learning Center, Supervising toddles with learning disabilities, 08/2017, 12/2017, Murfreesboro, TN
- Douglass Community Center, Tutoring minors of the community, 04/2016, 07/2016, Memphis, TN
Training
- Topics in Social Work: Family Violence
- Topics in Social Work: Professional Writing
Timeline
Park Ranger - City of Memphis
08.2022 - Current
Family Engagement Specialist - Porter Leath
08.2021 - 05.2022
Social Work Counselor - Greenhouse Ministries
01.2020 - 01.2021
Summer Day Camp Counselor - City of Memphis
04.2019 - 07.2021
Middle Tennessee State University - Bachelor of Social Work, Social Work
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