Motivated Youth Worker offering experience in clinical and behavioral roles. Adept at supporting emotional, social and personal growth of young individuals. Highly motivated team player with passion for helping others. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support. Experienced in delivering guidance and education on various topics such as academics, behavior management and technology.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Paraprofessional
Lamar Cisd
08.2022 - 08.2023
Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills to parents.
Tailored lesson plans for students with emotional and cognitive disabilities.
Administered tests and assessments to evaluate student progress and performance.
Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
Took part in professional development workshops to boost skills.
Youth Support Worker
Oak Grove Center For Education Treatment & The Arts
01.2019 - 10.2020
Used calm, positive and encouraging approach with youth.
Directed activities to promote growth in mental, emotional and educational areas.
Modeled positive behavior for residents by providing leadership and positive interactions.
Completed progress notes for each resident and noted pertinent information in client file.
Encouraged participants to develop leadership and self-esteem skills through group discussions.
Offered key emotional support to special needs youth.
Provided comprehensive assistance in multi-disciplinary environment.
Applied clinical and behavioral knowledge to maintain safety during crisis moments.
Supervised youth recreational activities and facilitated workshops surrounding self-development, education and employment.
Built and maintained strong relationships with patients by successfully resolving issues and responding promptly to phone inquiries.
Observed safety protocols to minimize accidents and spread of disease.
Maintained confidential patient documentation to prevent data compromise and comply with HIPAA regulations.
Answered questions and responded to inquiries to deliver high level of service to patients.
Recommended improved life choices to enhance client outcomes.
Loss Prevention Supervisor
Khols Department Store
11.2010 - 08.2011
Monitored and supervised customer's activities in store to detect signs of attempted theft.
Responded calmly and promptly to emergency conditions, safety hazards and threats to life or property.
Documented evidence of attempted theft and recovered merchandise for use in loss prevention report generation.
Served as team lead for safety and loss prevention operations, teaching fellow employees various methods to prevent theft.
Prepared and reviewed paperwork associated with audits, shortage control programs, apprehensions and disposition.
Supported theft prosecution by appearing in court hearings to provide eyewitness testimony, offering honest and comprehensive account of events.
Monitored loss prevention operations to minimize impact of shrink and identify theft and fraud.
Monitored loss prevention operations to reduce impact of loss and identify theft and fraud.
Education
Teachers of Tomorrow
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Westwood College - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA
12.2011
Skills
Special Needs Familiarity
Activity Implementation
Behavioral Interventions Expertise
Program Support
Maintaining Client Records
Relationship Building
Report Preparation
Childcare Support
Attention to Detail
Collaboration and Teamwork
Verbal and Written Communication
Behavior Support
Youth Advocacy
Problem Solving
Reintegration Techniques
Affiliations
Volunteer Childcare for Cornerstone Christian church, children ages 1-3.
Certification
Statement of eligibility Special education ec-12
Timeline
Paraprofessional
Lamar Cisd
08.2022 - 08.2023
Youth Support Worker
Oak Grove Center For Education Treatment & The Arts