- Swimming
- Reading
- Video Games
- Building Lego Sets
- Modifying Electronic Systems
Josiah Penn
Jamestown
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Anne Carlsen Center, adept in athlete training and fostering positive reinforcement. Excelled in enhancing community engagement and building resilient teams. Skilled in ADL support and group leadership, significantly contributing to client and student development.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Anne Carlsen Center
05.2023 - 08.2025
- Provide care for children, teens, and young adults with physical and mental disabilities, such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication management.
- Helped clients get active in community events and outings, assist with chores, and other various activities, as well as assisting clients in commuting to work, therapy, and appointments.
- Encouraged good habits, build basic life skills, and helped create relationships with peers.
Assistant Swim Coach
Jamestown Public School District
11.2024 - Current
- Helped students learn proper swimming technique in multiple different stroke types to increase abilities and build stamina to compete in swim meets.
- Assisted head coach in setting up meets, event entries, and preparing for swim meets, including working with timing hardware and swim meet computer systems. Communicated with other teams, coaches, and facilities to help set up meets.
- Built team culture, helped swimmers to learn responsibility and resilience, and encouraged swimmers to work hard.
Camp Counselor
Inspiration Point Christian Camp & Retreat Center
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Led groups of campers in daily Bible studies, devotions, and faith based discussions, fostering spiritual growth and community.
- Organized and facilitated a variety of activities, including sports, arts and crafts, and team-building exercises, promoting Christian values and teamwork.
Lifeguard
Bismarck Parks And Recreation
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Monitored pools and surrounding areas for adherence to safety protocols.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Jamestown
Jamestown, ND05-2025
High School Diploma -
Bismarck High School
Bismarck, ND05-2021
Skills
- Athlete training
- Positive reinforcement techniques
- Practices management
- Team-building activities
- ADL support
- Client documentation
- Transportation
- Activity planning
- Group leadership
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Interests
Timeline
Assistant Swim Coach
Jamestown Public School District
11.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Anne Carlsen Center
05.2023 - 08.2025
Camp Counselor
Inspiration Point Christian Camp & Retreat Center
05.2022 - 08.2022
Lifeguard
Bismarck Parks And Recreation
05.2019 - 08.2021
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
University of Jamestown
High School Diploma -
Bismarck High School
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