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Kahdija Myers

Charleston,WV

Summary

Proactive employer with four years delivering comprehensive counseling and supportive services to students.

Collaborated with school officials with mature discretion and judgment.

Recognized facilitating meaningful interactions in supportive environment.

Adept with counseling students on mental health, academics and interpersonal conflicts.

Driven to help students achieve success by providing guidance on career options, higher education choices and life planning. Attentive in identifying early warning signs of harmful behavior in students to provide preventive counseling.

Consistent in meeting the established goals of the counseling program.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Academic Advisor/Tutor

Upward Bound Program
05.2020 - Current
  • Answered student inquiries and resolved problems related to curriculum and course prerequisites.
  • Provided support and guidance to students experiencing academic and personal troubles.
  • Conducted academic advisement services for students on reoccurring basis to maintain educational progression.
  • Assisted students in selecting courses to align with interests and abilities.
  • Mentored students, offering advice and support on topic selection, appropriateness and academic value.
  • Assisted students with classwork

Server

O'Charley's/Texas Roadhouse
07.2019 - Current
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
  • Gained a significant amount of customer service experience and communication skills

Step By Step Strength Corps Mentor

Step By Step/Americorps
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Conducted individual and group counseling sessions involving at-risk youth regarding academic performance, behavioral issues, and mental health.
  • Collaborated alongside teachers and counselors to help students in need
  • Assisted Step By Step's summer program with elementary, middle, and high school students.
  • Academic coaching and advising with students regarding their educational progress and future goals.


Education

High School Diploma -

South Charleston High School
South Charleston, WV

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

West Virginia State University
Institute, WV
11.2020

Master of Science - Social Work

Marshall University
Huntington, WV
08.2022

Skills

  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Student Development
  • Academic Monitoring
  • Current Student Guidance
  • Student Performance Evaluation
  • Course Planning
  • Excellent Written and Oral Communication
  • Therapy and Counseling
  • Strategic Decision-Making
  • Behavior Modification
  • Academic Advising
  • Individual and Family Support

Timeline

Step By Step Strength Corps Mentor

Step By Step/Americorps
01.2022 - 12.2022

Academic Advisor/Tutor

Upward Bound Program
05.2020 - Current

Server

O'Charley's/Texas Roadhouse
07.2019 - Current

High School Diploma -

South Charleston High School

Bachelor of Science - Social Work

West Virginia State University

Master of Science - Social Work

Marshall University
Kahdija Myers