Khalfani Peters
Stroudsburg,PA
Summary
Compassionate Church Youth Leader with a proven track record of leading youth groups efficiently and productively. Specialized in developing engaging programs, fostering strong community relationships, and mentoring young individuals to achieve personal growth. Excel in communication, leadership, and organizational skills, ensuring impactful guidance and support for youth in spiritual and personal development contexts.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Church Youth Leader
Church of the City, PIB New Jersey
Elizabeth, NJ
09.2024 - Current
- Facilitated discussion groups with teenage members on various topics related to faith and life.
- Coached and mentored youth in developing leadership skills.
- Created a safe environment for youth to express their opinions and beliefs.
- Provided guidance to teens on how to apply Christian values to everyday life.
- Collaborated with parents and guardians of teens in order to ensure their safety while attending church functions.
- Led discussions and facilitated games and activities to demonstrate values and morality.
- Fostered relationships with students, and provided counseling on personal and spiritual issues.
- Mentored, instructed and supervised participating youths through collaborative efforts with like-minded, creative and inspirational team members.
- Supported older youth in making positive behavior choices and took appropriate disciplinary measures.
- Collaborated with youth pastors to establish program objectives and achieve outcome goals.
- Promoted positive interactions between volunteers and older youth by strictly following safety guidelines.
- Implemented conflict resolution techniques to manage disputes among youth, promoting a positive group dynamic.
Behavioral Health Technician
Step By Step, Inc.
East Stroudsburg, PA
03.2024 - Current
- Assessed patient behavior, reactions and responses to treatment plans.
- Monitored patient safety in all areas of the facility.
- Developed individualized therapeutic plans for patients based on their mental health needs.
- Conducted one-on-one counseling sessions with patients and families.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress and treatments received.
- Educated family members on techniques to support a patient's recovery process.
- Observed patients' behaviors during recreational activities and outings.
- Encouraged positive interactions between other Behavioral Health Technicians and clients and patients.
- Participated in weekly case management meetings to discuss individualized treatment plans for each client and patient.
- Organized daily activities such as arts and crafts, games, music therapy., that promote healthy coping skills.
- Provided emotional support to clients and patients dealing with difficult situations.
- Responded promptly to any emergency situations that may arise within the facility.
- Documented behavioral incidents to keep accurate records.
- Documented patient behavior, interventions completed and patient response to interventions.
- Completed patient reports daily and submitted to management for evaluation.
- Maintained client and employee areas in good working order and with adequate supplies.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
- Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
- Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
- Assisted patients improve social relationships and engagement.
- Developed basic strategies to promote patient safety, wellness and independence.
- Cultivated relationships with patients, discussing ways to help improve overall health while alleviating self-harm practices.
- Influenced patients' behavior with interaction, counseling or instruction.
- Contacted patients' relatives to coordinate family visits and conferences.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stroudsburg High School
Stroudsburg, PA06-2021
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Northampton Community College
TannersvilleSome College (No Degree) - Mental Health
Alison Education
Stroudsburg, PASkills
- First-aid and CPR
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Collaborative mindset
- Preaching
- Sermons preparation
- Stress Management
- Strong Role Model
- Active Listening
- Conflict Resolution
- Time Management
- Relationship Building
- Enforcing Rules
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Biblical Knowledge
- Teaching and instruction
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Service Leadership
- Work Prioritization
- Strong Work Ethic
- Emotional Support
- Data Analysis
- Records Management
- Spiritual counseling
- Youth Mentoring
Affiliations
- Singer & Musician
- Artist
- Enthusiastic Reader
- Soccer & Basketball Player
- Karate Black Belt
Accomplishments
- Youth Leader at Church
- Server in Kid's Ministry at Church
- Server in Evangelism Ministry at Church
- Senpai in Karate
- Leader in Young Men's Ministry
Languages
Portuguese
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Church Youth Leader
Church of the City, PIB New Jersey
09.2024 - Current
Behavioral Health Technician
Step By Step, Inc.
03.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Stroudsburg High School
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Northampton Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Mental Health
Alison Education
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