Jessica Horton
High Point,NC
Summary
Compassionate leader with a diverse background in youth mentoring and program development. Known for fostering inclusive environments and empowering young people to achieve personal growth and community engagement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Counselor
Macs Village LLC
Thomasville, NC
06.2025 - Current
- Provided support to residents in daily living activities, fostering independence and personal growth.
- Assisted in implementing individualized care plans, ensuring needs were met consistently.
- Developed strong rapport with residents through empathetic listening and compassionate communication strategies.
- Documented resident progress and incidents accurately for ongoing evaluation of care strategies.
Youth Advisor
Temple Memorial Baptist Church
High Point, NC
05.2023 - 12.2025
- Developed and implemented youth engagement programs to foster community involvement.
- Facilitated workshops on life skills, leadership, and conflict resolution.
- Created opportunities for youth members to showcase their talents through performances or exhibitions during community events.
- Organized successful fundraising events to secure financial resources for program operations, scholarships, and special initiatives.
- Empowered young people to take ownership of their personal growth by providing guidance on goal setting and decision-making processes.
- Provided individualized support to struggling youth members through mentorship relationships and personalized guidance plans.
Youth President
Womens Baptist Home and Foreign Missionary Auxiliary of North Carolina
Raleigh, NC
08.2023 - 07.2025
- Led community outreach initiatives to engage youth in mission activities.
- Coordinated events fostering spiritual growth and leadership among participants.
- Cultivated partnerships with local organizations to enhance mission impact.
- Facilitated workshops emphasizing community service and social responsibility among youth.
- Collaborated with other youth leaders to create joint initiatives, increasing overall impact on the community.
Dance Instructor
The Studio
Greensboro, NC
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Designed and implemented engaging dance lesson plans for diverse student groups.
- Demonstrated effective teaching techniques to enhance students' technical skills and performance quality.
- Facilitated a positive, inclusive classroom environment that encouraged creativity and self-expression.
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC05-2027
Skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Boundaries establishment
- Creativity
- Client transportation
- Progress monitoring
- Youth engagement
- Networking and relationship building
- Mentoring and coaching
Timeline
Residential Counselor
Macs Village LLC
06.2025 - Current
Youth President
Womens Baptist Home and Foreign Missionary Auxiliary of North Carolina
08.2023 - 07.2025
Dance Instructor
The Studio
08.2023 - 05.2025
Youth Advisor
Temple Memorial Baptist Church
05.2023 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
North Carolina A&T State University