Liam Matthews
Www.linkedin.com/in/liam-matthews-b1367b352.,NC
Summary
Dynamic professional with experience at Southeastern YMCA, excelling in sports management and effective communication. Proven ability to counsel student-athletes and facilitate individualized goals as a Personal Caregiver. Skilled in patient care and crisis management, ensuring safety and well-being while achieving significant progress in client development.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Caregiver
Autism Society of North Carolina-Social Rec
Wilmington, NC
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Facilitated progress toward individualized goals, established in collaboration with families and care teams, resulting in notable achievements.
- Managed challenging behaviors and crises with patience, understanding, and effective strategies.
- Provided compassionate care and supervision to individuals with special needs for more than 40 excursions, ensuring their safety and well-being.
Volunteer Special Education Assitant
Oasis NC
Wilmington , NC
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Facilitated social interactions between special needs children and their peers through structured activities such as group games or field trips.
- Enhanced behavior through modification and positive reinforcement techniques, reducing teacher distraction.
- Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs, creating a more diverse and inclusive learning environment.
Athletic Staff Member
Southeastern YMCA
Wilmington, NC
08.2020 - 08.2024
- Officiated 5 to 6 games and managed the setup and breakdown of soccer fields each Saturday for multiple seasons.
- Counseled student-athletes by offering assistance in both sports and personal development
- Clarified rules and resolved disputes between coaches, players, and spectators, strengthening cohesion in the program.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Exercise Science
College of Charleston
Charleston SC05-2028
Skills
- Patient care and client support
- Sports management
- Goal setting and achievement
- Word and PowerPoint certified
- CPR certified
- AutoCAD certified
Exercise Experience
- 10+ years of recreational or club/school soccer
- Attends the gym 4-5 times a week
Timeline
Personal Caregiver
Autism Society of North Carolina-Social Rec
05.2024 - 08.2025
Volunteer Special Education Assitant
Oasis NC
08.2022 - 11.2023
Athletic Staff Member
Southeastern YMCA
08.2020 - 08.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Exercise Science
College of Charleston
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