Jerry (Jay) Wakefield
Hockley
Summary
Communicative individual with strong understanding of dynamics of children home life to handle challenging situations with empathy and efficiency. Experienced in guiding and helping residents meet academic and personal goals. Knack for building relationships and helping students navigate challenges of life.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Houseparent
Boys And Girls Country Of Houston
08.2022 - Current
- Assisted residents in setting personal goals, while offering guidance on overcoming challenges to achieve desired outcomes.
- Mentored and coached students to foster positive relationships and encourage successful academic achievement.
- Contributed insights during team meetings about resident needs, progress, challenges, and potential solutions for improved outcomes.
- Monitored student behavior and responded to disciplinary issues in accordance with established policies.
- Facilitated family involvement in resident life by coordinating visits, updates, and special events to strengthen familial connections.
- Enhanced the quality of life for all residents by organizing engaging activities and events tailored to individual interests.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of resident progress toward treatment plan goals, adjusting strategies as needed for optimal results.
- Promoted culture of respect and understanding among students.
- Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
- Collaborated with fellow staff members for smooth transitions and continuity of care between shifts and during changes in residence.
- Completed detailed documentation for each resident''s file regarding behavioral observations, incidents reports, progress notes, and other pertinent information.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to maintain a harmonious living environment for all residents.
- Promoted a sense of belonging among residents by fostering a positive group dynamic that emphasized mutual respect, empathy, and understanding.
Houseparent
Cookson Hills Christian, School
05.2021 - Current
- Lived on campus as a full time employee of the non-pro t organization
- My duties include living with and assisting children who are placed in the custody of the organization by government organizations or by family members, helping with preparing menus, cooking, cleaning, daily devotionals, campus lawn work, campus maintenance, and campus safety.
Associate
Oklahoma Baptist, Homes For Children
11.2019 - 11.2020
- Lived on campus as a full time employee of the non-pro t organization
- My duties include living with and assisting children who are placed in the custody of the organization by government organizations or by family members, helping with preparing menus, cooking, cleaning, daily devotionals, campus lawn work, campus maintenance, and campus safety.
Real Estate Agent
Red
11.2017 - 11.2019
- Worked as the only full time real estate agent for the company in my region
- During my time with Red n I completed numerous transaction for both buyers and sellers
- I was responsible for helping them nd homes and selling their homes, walking them through the entire process
- My duties included making and receiving all of the phone calls for the region, scheduling home tours for buyers, scheduling in home meetings for sellers, scheduling inspections and closings, all follow up with current, past, and potential customers.
Real Estate Agent
Keller Williams Realty
08.2014 - 11.2017
- Worked as a full time real estate agent for the largest real estate brokerage in the world
- During that time I have assisted numerous transactions for those buying, selling, and investing in real estate
- My duties were making and receiving phone calls pertaining to real estate, keeping and working a database of friends, clients, and real estate leads, running the marketing of homes for sale, showing clients homes, coordinating every step of the real estate transactions, and running the accounting for the business.
Education
Residential Real Estate
Oklahoma Real Estate Academy
Tulsa04.2017
High School Diploma -
East Central High School
Tulsa05.1992
Skills
- Managing Aggressive Behavior
- Training Love and Logic
- Experience With Trauma Based Training
- Strong Written and Oral Communications
- Highly Motivated to Expand Knowledge
- Resourceful Problem Solver
- Extremely Reliable
Certification
- Managing Aggressive Behavior Training Love and Logic
- First Aid EMS Safety (November 18, 2023)
Timeline
Houseparent
Boys And Girls Country Of Houston
08.2022 - Current
Houseparent
Cookson Hills Christian, School
05.2021 - Current
Associate
Oklahoma Baptist, Homes For Children
11.2019 - 11.2020
Real Estate Agent
Red
11.2017 - 11.2019
Real Estate Agent
Keller Williams Realty
08.2014 - 11.2017
Residential Real Estate
Oklahoma Real Estate Academy
High School Diploma -
East Central High School
- Managing Aggressive Behavior Training Love and Logic
- First Aid EMS Safety (November 18, 2023)
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