Kennedy R. Zachery
Powder Springs,Georgia
Summary
OBEJECTIVE: To pursue higher education by demonstrating current abilities in order to seek effective change as an accomplished member of the social work community.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Serving Bama Team Leader
The University Of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, Alabama
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Completed human resource operational requirements by recruiting, interviewing, and hiring employees.
- Led team of 10 members and oversaw their weekly community service volunteer locations.
- Assisted in planning and launching large-scale community service on campus events.
- Maintains volunteer attendance record, and distributed service hours.
Blount Hall Resident Assistant
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, Alabama
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
- Facilitated floor meetings to discuss concerns, review complaints and convey information about policy changes.
- Created and implemented social, educational and recreational programs for residents.
Camp Counselor
WinShape Camps For Girls
Young Harris, Georgia
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Supervised groups of middle school children in log cabins for sleepaway camp.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Taught various activities such as painting, calligraphy, and outdoor games.
D.C Fly In Participant
The University Of Alabama
, Washington, D.C
03.2022 - 03.2022
- Worked directly with The University of Alabama Social Work D.C Program Coordinator.
- Created an elevator pitch to be delivered in front of two senators advocating for the passing of the bill Sara's Law.
- Presented elevator pitch in front of Senators and gained their support for the passing of the bill Sara's Law.
Avanti Orientation Leader
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, Alabama
10.2019 - 10.2021
- Provided support and information to students and incoming freshmen visiting during recruitment events on campus.
- Organized presentations about campus resources and other pertinent information for incoming students.
- Built personal relationships with incoming students to promote positive experiences.
Education
Bachelors - Social Work
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05.2023
Skills
- Activities Oversight
- Issue Resolution
- Emergency Response
- Relationship Building
- Public Speaking
- Active Listening
- Group Activities
- Incident Reporting
- Reporting and Documentation
- Policy Enforcement
Volunteer Experience
Serving Bama Assistant Team Leader, 08/2021 to 05/2022
The University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa, Alabama
- Responsible for promoting awareness and soliciting volunteers for the community action team Serving Bama.
- Served at Wings of Grace ministries to package and distribute resources to members of the community.
- Communicated daily with Site Leader to maintain weekly schedule.
Al's Pals Mentor/Grade Leader, 01/2020 to 05/2022
The University of Alabama - Tuscaloosa, Alabama
- Responsible for providing mentoring and tutoring to elementary aged children in local schools in Tuscaloosa, Alabama
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
Timeline
Serving Bama Team Leader
The University Of Alabama
08.2022 - 05.2023
Camp Counselor
WinShape Camps For Girls
05.2022 - 07.2022
D.C Fly In Participant
The University Of Alabama
03.2022 - 03.2022
Blount Hall Resident Assistant
The University of Alabama
08.2021 - 05.2023
Avanti Orientation Leader
The University of Alabama
10.2019 - 10.2021
Bachelors - Social Work
The University of Alabama
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