Joseph Williams
Southfield,MI
Summary
I am a dedicated and adaptable individual with hands-on experience in youth supervision, volunteer coordination, and food service, gained through roles as a camp counselor, food bank volunteer, bakery worker, and Eagle Scout project leader. I’m skilled in following safety protocols, providing first aid and CPR, working effectively with teams, and communicating clearly with both children and adults. I have built positive relations grounded in positive leadership, enabled youthdevelopment in life skills and self-esteem, and helped community service through daily service. I am pursuing Environmental Science and will be transferring to Michigan State University, where I plan to continueto participate actively in student organizations and continue academically and professionally developing.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Camp Counselor
Roeper Summer Day Camp
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Supervised daily activities for children aged five to twelve years.
- Facilitated engaging games and educational activities to promote teamwork.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed during outdoor and indoor events.
- Assisted with meal preparation and distribution during lunchtime routines.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment in various camp areas.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and concerns.
- Collaborated with fellow counselors to plan weekly schedules and events.
- Provided first aid support as needed, prioritizing camper health and safety.
- Coordinated and led group activities for campers and counselors.
- Established and built relationships with campers to ease fears in new environment.
- Encouraged camper participation in recreational activities through enthusiastic leadership style.
- Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities, games and field trips while maintaining safe environment.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure the safety of all campers in a variety of outdoor settings.
- Helped campers build confidence and self-esteem through consistent guidance and mentoring.
- Monitored activities matched to individual and group abilities to keep campers safe.
- Tracked attendance, checking off present individuals.
Food Bank Volunteer
Hartford Memorial Baptist Church
Detroit , Mi
05.2020 - 06.2025
- Sorted and organized food donations for efficient distribution.
- Assisted clients in selecting food items based on dietary needs.
- Collaborated with team members to restock shelves regularly.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of the food bank facility.
- Sorted and packaged items to be delivered to clients.
- Sorted and packed donated food items to ship to families in need.
- Maintained a clean and orderly workspace throughout shift.
- Collaborated with other volunteers to ensure efficient operation of the food bank.
- Provided assistance with loading and unloading of food donations as needed.
- Repackaged bulk donations into smaller portions for distribution.
- Packaged and loaded groceries into cars for clients.
- Unloaded packages and deliveries from food trucks and transported items to appropriate locations.
Bakery Worker
Eddie G’s Cookies
Southfield, Michigan
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bakery workspace.
- Assisted in packaging cookies for customer orders and deliveries.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production schedules efficiently.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure product quality and safety.
- Followed health codes and regulations regarding food handling procedures.
- Packaged bakery items and purchases in boxes and bags for customer carrying convenience.
- Cleaned baking equipment and utensils including mixing bowls, measuring cups, pans, trays, ovens and other tools used in the preparation of bakery items.
Eagle Scout Project Leader
D-Town Farm
Detroit, MI
10.2022 - 11.2022
- I instructed members of my troop in constructing five Bat Houses for D-Town Farm
- Coordinated volunteer efforts for community service initiatives at D-Town Farms.
- Managed logistics for materials and supplies needed for projects.
- Facilitated communication between volunteers and farm management teams.
- Oversaw project timelines to ensure tasks were completed efficiently.
- Supervised volunteers during project implementation.
Education
Bachelor of Environmental Science - Science
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI 08.2023 - 05.2025
Ernest W Seaholm Highschool
Birmingham, MISkills
- Activity supervision
- Safety protocol adherence
- Team collaboration
- First aid support
- Food safety compliance
- Volunteer coordination
- Effective communication
- Life skills development
- CPR
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Positive relationships
- Food safety practices
- Problem solving
Accomplishments
- Eagle Scout Rank
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Roeper Summer Day Camp
06.2024 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Environmental Science - Science
Grand Valley State University
08.2023 - 05.2025
Bakery Worker
Eddie G’s Cookies
05.2023 - 08.2023
Eagle Scout Project Leader
D-Town Farm
10.2022 - 11.2022
Food Bank Volunteer
Hartford Memorial Baptist Church
05.2020 - 06.2025
Ernest W Seaholm Highschool