Professional with strong foundation in youth development, prepared to make significant impact. Known for fostering collaborative environments, adapting to changing needs, and achieving measurable results. Expertise includes mentoring, program planning, and community outreach, combined with compassionate approach and excellent communication skills. Reliable and driven to support team goals and youth success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Development Professional
Boys And Girls Club Of Central Iowa
04.2022 - Current
Provided support and guidance to youth, helping them overcome personal challenges and achieve their goals.
Promoted positive behavior among youth by modeling healthy relationships, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits, and coping mechanisms.
Supervised youth and maintained security for each child under care.
Increased participant engagement through the creation of a welcoming and inclusive environment for all youth members.
Implemented effective strategies for managing challenging behaviors while maintaining a safe and supportive atmosphere within our programs.
Improved communication skills among participants by facilitating group activities and fostering open dialogue.
Helped set appropriate goals and plans to achieve targets.
CNA
Broadlawns Medical Center
12.2023 - 01.2025
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
Participated in ongoing educational opportunities in order to stay up-to-date on best practices in nursing care.
Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
Toddler Teacher
Westside Kids Day Care Inc
11.2021 - 02.2022
Assisted in maintaining a clean, organized classroom that met required health and safety standards according to state regulations.
Created a safe, nurturing environment that fostered creativity, curiosity, and exploration among toddlers.
Led small group activities designed to enhance language skills, fine motor abilities, and problem-solving techniques among toddlers.
Provided structured daily routines that balanced physical activity, cognitive development, social-emotional growth, and rest periods.
Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.