Leah Smith
Westfield,IN
Summary
Dynamic and organized professional with experience, where I developed community engagement initiatives. Skilled in communication and volunteer recruitment, I effectively utilized technology to enhance program delivery and foster connections among diverse groups. Passionate about supporting others and creating inclusive environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Internship
Charis Counseling Center
Orlando, FL
06.2023 - 08.2023
- I apprenticed under multiple registered therapists in the counseling setting and assisted them with daily admin and interpersonal tasks.
Campus Activities Board
Cedarville University
Cedarville, OH
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Organized and coordinated events for the student body.
- Approved campus wide themes and activities for over 4,000 students.
- Implemented and oversaw the setups and teardown of university equipment.
Special Needs Nanny
Self Employed
Saint Cloud, FL
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Utilized therapeutic communication to de-escalate conflict in children with post-trauma responses.
Advocacy
Gospel City Church
Granger, IN
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Advocated for and supported adolescents weekly through counseling.
- Assisted the counselor in supporting the counselee.
Students Connections Director
Gospel City Church
Granger, IN
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Connected with students to get them involved in church ministry.
- Developed community engagement initiatives to foster connections among church members.
Children’s Ministry Assistant
Gospel City Church
Granger, IN
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Managed over 400 children each Sunday throughout 12 classroom sizes, planned activities for ages 2–5th grade, and supported children who struggled in the classroom setting.
- Coordinated over 30 volunteers and equipped them with the resources needed to serve.
- Created a classroom for children with special needs and recruited volunteers with specific training.
- Improved the organization of the curriculum.
- Coordinated weekly children's ministry activities and lessons for diverse age groups.
Education
BS - Psychology
Cedarville University
Cedarville, OH05.2024
Skills
- Hospitality
- Communication
- Leadership
- Volunteer recruitment
- Organization
- Technology skills
Accomplishments
- Dean’s List
- President Scholar Award
- Cedarville Excellence Award
- President’s Ministry Impact Scholarship
Activities
- AMG International missions trip member to Peru, 01/23 - 05/23
- Deans List, 2022 - 2023
Timeline
Internship
Charis Counseling Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
Campus Activities Board
Cedarville University
09.2022 - 05.2023
Special Needs Nanny
Self Employed
06.2022 - 08.2022
Advocacy
Gospel City Church
01.2020 - 01.2021
Students Connections Director
Gospel City Church
01.2020 - 01.2021
Children’s Ministry Assistant
Gospel City Church
01.2019 - 01.2021
BS - Psychology
Cedarville University