Kendrick Hawkins
Hattiesburg,MS
Summary
Seasoned Camp Counselor with experience in leading, supervising, and mentoring diverse groups of campers. Possess strong skills in activity planning, problem-solving, and communication offering a harmonious camping environment. In previous roles, significantly improved camper satisfaction through innovative programs and initiatives. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Counselor
Salvation Army Employment Plus
Dallas, TX
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Organized and supervised camp activities such as swimming, canoeing, arts and crafts, hikes, and sports.
- Facilitated group problem-solving discussions to build positive relationships among campers.
- Developed individualized behavior management plans for campers with special needs.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure the safety of all campers in a variety of outdoor settings.
- Created an environment conducive to learning by implementing positive reinforcement strategies.
- Conducted pre-camp orientation sessions for new campers and parents.
- Assisted in developing weekly lesson plans for various age groups.
- Encouraged camper participation in recreational activities through enthusiastic leadership style.
- Provided emotional support to campers dealing with homesickness or other issues related to being away from home.
- Monitored camper behaviors during meals ensuring proper hygiene habits were followed.
- Inspected cabins daily to verify cleanliness standards were met according to health regulations.
- Led nightly devotional services for spiritual growth opportunities for all campers.
Cashier/Restaurant Waiter
Rotolos Pizzeria
Destrehan, LA
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
- Verified that customers were of legal age to purchase alcohol or tobacco products.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
- Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
Education
High School Diploma -
Destrehan High School
Destrehan, LA05-2023
Some College (No Degree) - Music Therapy
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MSSkills
- Group activity implementation
- Behavioral assessment
- Conservation and sustainability
- Health and wellness
- Camper support and assistance
- Water safety
- Child and adolescent mentoring
- Interpersonal and written communication
- CPR
- Group supervision and management
- Issue identification and resolution
- Group and individual instruction
- Conflict resolution and mediation
- Positive relationships
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
Timeline
Camp Counselor
Salvation Army Employment Plus
06.2024 - 07.2024
Cashier/Restaurant Waiter
Rotolos Pizzeria
03.2022 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Destrehan High School
Some College (No Degree) - Music Therapy
William Carey University
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