Joshua Nelson
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Empathetic Youth Worker passionate about providing meaningful support and services to clients. Excellent communicator bringing 4-5 years of comprehensive experience developing and implementing core programs to meet needs for self-development and to implement more social emotional learning for children. commended for modeling and teaching life skills and promoting diversity by exposing clients to multicultural experiences. Enthusiastic Youth Worker skilled in supporting emotional, social and personal growth of young individuals. Offering 4-5 years of experience in clinical and behavioral roles.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Worker
Dream Charter School
07.2021 - Current
- Established trusting relationships with young people through empathetic listening and genuine interest in their lives outside of program hours.
- Promoted a safe, inclusive environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing positive behaviors among participants.
- Completed necessary reports and documentation to maintain thorough, accurate case records.
- Provided individualized support for at-risk youth, resulting in increased self-esteem and positive behavior changes.
Athletic Coach
Dream Charter School
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Developed athletes'' physical fitness levels, incorporating strength, flexibility, and endurance training.
- Monitored student players' compliance with satisfactory academic performance standards.
- Analyzed player skills to accurately assign players to teams and provide training for improvement.
Student Teacher
NYC Summer Youth Employment
07.2013 - 08.2013
- Helped and supported children with food distribution
- Assisted Teachers with games and programs for children activity including outdoor activities
- Completed NYS Office of Children and Family Services Certificate for Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Maltreatment.
Crew Member
Shake Shack
02.2020 - 04.2020
- Took orders, prepared meals.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
Crew Member
McDonalds
05.2019 - 10.2019
- Back up maintenance
- Sweep, mop, wipe down lobby
- Cashier
- Stock Up Freezer, fridge and dry products.
Janitor
College Work Study
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Empty trash
- Sweep, mop and scrubbed floors.
Crew Member
Dollar General
07.2018 - 08.2018
- Completely put items away in certain aisle
- Cashier
- Sweep and Mop store.
Dishwasher
College Work Study
01.2017 - 05.2017
- Empty trash
- Wash dishes, rinse and put away
- Sweep and mop floors.
Call Representative
Alorica
07.2016 - 08.2016
- Refill Medications for prescribers
- Assist each customers one call at a time.
Office Intern
Onboard Informatics
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Helped research school data
- Audit Reporting Contacts
- Invoice listing.
Office Intern
Archie Comic Books
06.2012 - 08.2012
- Stack comic books in organized manner
- Design Posters and Flyers for President of the Company
- Followed instructions given by senior management.
Office Helper
Nelson Consultancy
07.2010 - 08.2010
- Assist local Radio Station with Internet Statistics and Research
- Performed Office filing alphabetically and chronologically
- Followed instructions given by senior management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Recreation Wellness And Sports
Chowan University
Murfreesboro, NC05.2020
New York Military Academy (NYMA)
Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY06.2013
Skills
- Mentoring abilities
- Youth supervision
- Positive Reinforcement
- Social skill development
- Emotional Support
- Behavior Modeling
- Problem-Solving
- Relationship Building
References
Available Upon Request
Community Service
- 2013 -2014 Fixed and repaired college outdoor basketball court.
- 2012 - 2013 (Staff Sergeant) NYC Columbus Day Parade, Memorial Day Parade, Red Cross Blood Drive, Senior Mentor, Volunteer, Presbyterian church, Varsity Basketball, Varsity Football, and Varsity Baseball.
- 2011-2012 Corporal (Acting Platoon Sergeant) Monitor and check uniforms, barrack rooms and chores for 8th grade unit.
- 2012 Set up retail store (Clothes, Jewelry, Shoes) – Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY
- 2012 Participant - Open Mic Night - Spoken Word – NYMA, Cornwall –on- Hudson, NY
- 2012 Touring Families for school Open House – NYMA, Cornwall -on -Hudson, NY
- 2011 Set up concession stand and sell to public – NYMA, Cornwall on Hudson, NY
- 2011 Garbage pickup along Hiking Trails - Newburgh, NY
- 2010 Special Olympics, Bronx, New York: Attended High School field trip to assist wheel chair bound students playing basketball.
Timeline
Athletic Coach
Dream Charter School
06.2023 - 08.2024
Youth Worker
Dream Charter School
07.2021 - Current
Crew Member
Shake Shack
02.2020 - 04.2020
Crew Member
McDonalds
05.2019 - 10.2019
Janitor
College Work Study
09.2018 - 05.2019
Crew Member
Dollar General
07.2018 - 08.2018
Dishwasher
College Work Study
01.2017 - 05.2017
Call Representative
Alorica
07.2016 - 08.2016
Office Intern
Onboard Informatics
06.2015 - 08.2015
Student Teacher
NYC Summer Youth Employment
07.2013 - 08.2013
Office Intern
Archie Comic Books
06.2012 - 08.2012
Office Helper
Nelson Consultancy
07.2010 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Recreation Wellness And Sports
Chowan University
New York Military Academy (NYMA)