JENNIFER DYKES
Brooklyn
Summary
Committed to youth advancement, highly effective at promoting behavioral and social development. Works well with staff, kids, families and the community to implement comprehensive support services. As well as proficient in updating documentation, producing reports, and tracking progress. Meticulous and methodical team player carefully maintaining constant progress through tireless oversight.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Youth Specialist
SCO Family of Services Brooklyn Youth Center
Brooklyn
11.2023 - 12.2024
- Develop community relationships and employment/intern opportunities for youth.
- Maintain up to date documentation of all services provided, including group notes and attendance.
- Develop regularly scheduled groups, workshops, seminars, and outings for youth.
- Develop method of tracking youth participation, in conjunction with supervisor.
Youth Development Counselor
St Johns Residence for Boys
09.2019 - 08.2022
- Provided safe and secure supervision and care to youths who were currently in NSD.
- Worked alongside a team to help juveniles enhance perspectives and reach developmental goals.
- Conducted conflict resolution meetings to maximize the use of de-escalation techniques.
- Assisted with Intakes, evaluations and follow ups.
Dean
School Professionals NYCDOE
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Assisted in emergency situations involving students and staff members.
- Assisted with entrance/dismissal, hall sweeps and cafeteria supervision.
- Conducted conferences with faculty members, students and/or guardians.
Paraprofessional
Department of Education
10.2016 - 06.2017
- Worked closely with the lead teacher to provide support and assistance for students with special needs.
- Assisted in the direct supervision of children (e.g., bus loading, classroom assignments, lunch, recess, bathroom, etc.).
- Maintained confidentiality regarding all children and staff members.
Home Health Aide
Allen Healthcare Services
04.2012 - 04.2015
- Worked with a team of medical professionals and primary care takers to create systems that aid patients back to everyday living.
- Monitored client conditions by observing their physical and mental health. Logged and notified the nursing supervisor of changes and unusual behaviors.
- Maintained a safe, secure and healthy patient environment by following security precautions; following prescribed dietary requirements and nutrition standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Touro College
Brooklyn, USA 09.2017 - 08.2020
Associate of Science - Psychology
Touro College
Brooklyn, USA 09.2015 - 06.2017
Skills
- Community engagement
- Workshop facilitation
- Family support
- Conflict resolution
- Youth mentoring
- Case management
Timeline
Youth Specialist
SCO Family of Services Brooklyn Youth Center
11.2023 - 12.2024
Dean
School Professionals NYCDOE
02.2022 - 06.2022
Youth Development Counselor
St Johns Residence for Boys
09.2019 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
Touro College
09.2017 - 08.2020
Paraprofessional
Department of Education
10.2016 - 06.2017
Associate of Science - Psychology
Touro College
09.2015 - 06.2017
Home Health Aide
Allen Healthcare Services
04.2012 - 04.2015