Experienced professional seeking a position in a people-oriented organization. To utilize teaching, mentoring, and administrative skills to contribute to corporate goals. Thrive in challenging environments and motivated to acquire new skills for career growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
College Readiness Mentor
UW-Madison
10.2023 - Current
Implement social and emotional wellness activities that are prepared by PEOPLE Educational Content Specialists and Precollege Advisors
Educate students on college admissions process and scholarship requirements
Deliver supportive and knowledgeable mentoring to students with academic or personal concerns
Analyze student academic records to assess educational and career goals
Advocate for students to access available resources.
Program Coach
Stryv365
09.2023 - Current
Manage and lead activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and social areas
Organize and facilitate recreational activities to engage youth in positive, team-building experiences
Provide one on one and group mentoring sessions for youth while at school
Assist in identifying and reducing trauma barriers within youth
Participate in professional developments with local schools and other non profit organizations
Level ll Case Manager
St. Charles Youth & Family Services
02.2023 - 09.2024
Prepared all necessary documentation according to agency & children's court center time frames for all youth on caseload
Completed daily in-person community check-ins, including home and school visits, and document in appropriate system(s) per contract requirements
Maintained professional interactions with school staff to monitor daily school attendance, address school behavior, and the performance of each youth to improve the youth's functioning and behavior
Supported the family decision-making process to empower the youth and family to avoid further law violations or continued involvement in the Juvenile Justice System.
Facilitated individual and group sessions to promote positive behavior change for clients.
Vocational Instructor- Disability Services
Eisenhower "IKE" Center
11.2021 - 02.2023
Provided hands-on supervision, training and instruction to clients served and worked with other Work Services ancillary staff to ensure quality outcomes related to product, client services, program goals and objectives
Maintained, prepared, and submitted accurate and timely Weekly Production Reports and Clinical related paperwork and information as needed/requested
Ensured compliance with all Department of Labor/Wage an Hour standards with respect to client wages and payroll reporting requirements.
Observed and evaluated clients work to determine progress, provide feedback, and make suggestions for improvement.
Paraprofessional
Milwaukee Public Schools
01.2021 - 11.2021
Provided support for individual students inside and outside the classroom to enable them to fully participate
Supported students with emotional or behavior concerns and assisted them in developing appropriate social skills.
Worked with other professionals such as therapist, social workers, occupational and physical therapists
Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Assisted classroom teacher on reporting student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
Job Coach
Easterseals
01.2019 - 11.2019
Provided assistance and guidance to clients who need help with their everyday work activities or and new tasks
Monitored client progress and adjusted job coaching strategies to meet needs and navigate challenges
Discovered clients' motivation and helped develop their skills
Created and managed job search strategies for clients to improve job search success
Engaged in training participants in a meaningful way that advanced their knowledge in skills needed to obtain a job
Vocational Trainer
Easterseals
03.2018 - 01.2019
Helped people with disabilities learn, accommodate, and perform their work duties
Devised, planned and implemented job coaching strategies
Provided assistance and guidance to clients who need help with their everyday work activities or some new tasks
Discovered clients' motivation and help develop their skill
Engaged in training participants in a meaningful way that advanced their knowledge in skills needed to obtain a job.