Josephine Cummings
TOPEKA
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated social services professional with experience providing support to vulnerable populations. Seeking to apply my strong communication, problem solving, and crisis intervention skills to help improve the well-being and quality of life for individuals and families. Aiming to leverage my experience in advocacy and client support to make a positive impact.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Rural Education Development Volunteer
Peace Corps Zambia
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Red Volunteers in Zambia support teachers in primary and secondary schools in developing innovative English instruction while communicating in Ichibemba, the local language
- Promote research-based teaching practices targeting all learners in the classroom and build confidence in English instruction
- Worked with community members to raise awareness of the importance of education and work alongside counterparts towards an AIDS free generation by focusing on Prevention from Mother to Child testing along with care and treatment services for people living with HIV
Assistant Director
JCPRD
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Communicated verbally and through email correspondence with parents about students’ behavior and progress
- Worked alongside fellow teachers and promoted team building and correspondence to work as a successful team for the students
- Providing support by working one-on-one with students and groups to address behavioral, emotional, and social challenges
Intern
Journey to New Life
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Company Overview: Non-profit Organization
- Acquired the ability to work with case management clients who are reintegrating into society from incarceration who need access to reentry services
- Obtained skills in working with clients who may be facing mental health challenges or housing insecurity
- Facilitated meetings with clients about employee services such as interview tactics and job acquisition
- Non-profit Organization
Ambassador Visit Coordinator
Rockhurst University
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed strong interpersonal communication skills by conducting tours, answering questions, and providing guidance to prospective students and their families
- Provided a form of customer service, addressing needs and resolving concerns directly relevant to social services, where providing client support is at the core of the role
- Coordinated and managed group and individual campus visits, ensuring smooth logistics and a positive experience for visitors which created the ability to plan, organize and execute events
Intern
Shawnee County Sheriff’s Department
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with law enforcement to observe and assist in crisis intervention situations, providing initial support to individuals in distress
- Gained experience in handling sensitive information in compliance with legal and ethical guidelines ensuring confidentiality and respect for individuals’ privacy
- Observed and gained insight into how law enforcement interacts with individuals facing social issues such as homelessness and substance abuse
Education
BA - English & Criminal Justice
Rockhurst University
05.2024
Skills
- Collaboration
- Intercultural engagement
- Problem solving
- Field based instruction
- Monitor, learn, adapt, and report
- Exemplary communication skills
- Adept in Google PowerPoint
- Adept in Microsoft PowerPoint
- Adept in Microsoft Word
- Adept in Microsoft Excel
- Community development
Specialized Skills And Trainings
Adept in both Google and Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel, CPR & First Aid, 2023, Working knowledge of Ichibemba language, with basic speaking skills
Timeline
Rural Education Development Volunteer
Peace Corps Zambia
08.2024 - 03.2025
Assistant Director
JCPRD
08.2023 - 08.2024
Intern
Journey to New Life
05.2023 - 08.2023
Ambassador Visit Coordinator
Rockhurst University
08.2022 - 05.2023
Intern
Shawnee County Sheriff’s Department
05.2022 - 08.2022
BA - English & Criminal Justice
Rockhurst University
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