Jocelyn Watkins
Fort Myers,FL
Summary
Confident Student passionate about learning new skills. Ambitious and driven individual ready and willing to work hard and learn from professionals. Brings outstanding leadership and communication skills to professional and academic teams. Experienced in working with community-based projects as well as spiritual development of youth and young adults.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Overnight Camp Counselor
WinShape Camps for Girls
Rome , GA
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Supervised campers during daily activities and ensured the safety of all participants.
- Facilitated team-building activities to foster camaraderie among campers.
- Provided guidance and support to campers in overcoming obstacles related to social interaction, homesickness, and emotional distress.
- Ensured that campers followed established rules and regulations while at the overnight camp.
- Developed individual relationships with each camper to provide a safe environment for them to learn and grow in their spiritual development.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment used by campers and staff members during outdoor activities.
- Encouraged open communication between peers, counselors, and supervisors through group discussions and one-on-one conversations.
- Maintained a clean living area for the assigned cabin throughout the duration of stay at the overnight camp.
- Managed conflicts between individuals using positive reinforcement techniques instead of punitive measures.
- Supervised and led archery activities for campers.
- Led spiritual developing small groups for counselors and campers.
- Assisted with transporting and escorting program participants to, from and within program activity locations and on external trips.
Teacher Assistant
Southeastern University
Lakeland , FL
12.2021 - 04.2023
- Supported the professor by preparing materials, setting up digital content, and organizing supplies.
- Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and emails.
- Provided feedback on completed assignments or tests related to specific subject matter.
Camp Counselor
Winshape Camps
Rome , GA
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Organized and supervised camp activities such as archery, painting, worship sessions, and field games.
- Facilitated group problem-solving discussions to build positive relationships among campers.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure the safety of all campers in a variety of outdoor settings.
- Conducted pre-camp orientation sessions for volunteers and church partners.
- Assisted in developing weekly Biblical lesson plans for various age groups.
- Managed inventory of recreation and skill supplies such as sports equipment, field appliances, and indoor activities.
- Encouraged camper participation in recreational activities through an enthusiastic leadership style.
- Provided emotional support to campers dealing with homesickness or other issues related to being away from home.
- Led daily devotional gatherings for spiritual growth opportunities for all campers.
- Engaged children in painting, singing, sports activities, games and dances while maintaining safe environment.
- Established and built relationships with campers to ease fears in new environment.
- Explained principles, techniques and safety procedures and demonstrated use of materials and equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Florida Gulf Coast University
Fort Myers, FL08-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Southeastern University
Lakeland, FLSkills
- Emergency Response First Aid & CPR Certified
- Child Supervision
- Team Leadership
- Effective Communication
- Documentation and Reporting
- Program and Activity Planning
- Public Speaking
- Discipleship
- Community Service
Affiliations
- Youth and Young Adult Leader at First Assembly of God, Fort Myers 2023-Current
- Campus Wide Events Team Member at Southeastern University 2022-2023
- Department of Spiritual Formation Prayer Team Member 2022-2023
Timeline
Overnight Camp Counselor
WinShape Camps for Girls
05.2023 - 07.2023
Camp Counselor
Winshape Camps
05.2022 - 08.2022
Teacher Assistant
Southeastern University
12.2021 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Florida Gulf Coast University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication
Southeastern University
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