Lila M. Peters
Carrboro,N.C.
Summary
Balanced school work with commitment as a scholarship athlete for Appalachian States women's cross country, indoor and outdoor track teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Work Intern
Triangle Disability and Autism Services
Morrisville, North Carolina
01.2025 - 05.2025
- For my spring field placement I interned at Triangle Disability and Autism Services (TDAS), primarily spending my time at the day program. The day program is for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and autism, where adults are supported both individually and in groups while doing activities such as exercise, life skills classes, and cooking and nutrition classes, all while working on personal goals. At the day program, I provided direct support to participants throughout the day, including anything from understanding instructions to a task, to calming down when overwhelmed and upset. My priority was to provide support in whatever form it was needed.
- Occasionally I worked with other TDAS programs, such as Supported Retirement, Project S.E.E (Supported Employment Experience, a program that employs high schoolers with IDD/autism, met with the mental health counselors, the human resources director and the compliance director, and helped with events. However, my primary responsibilities were at the building abilities day program, where I directly supported participants (adult individuals with IDD and/or autism), developed and taught vocational and civics lessons, took part in the DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) workgroup, and worked on projects such as policy development, assessments, and participant goal setting with my supervisor.
Direct Support Professional
Triangle Disability and Autism Services
Morrisville, North Carolina
09.2025 - Current
- My current responsibilities and priorities while working at the day program remain essentially the same as they were in my time as an intern. However, this position does not involve regularly working with programs outside of the day program, or projects for my supervisor. Each day I arrive to work committed to working with participants to achieve their goals. Grow their independence, and build their confidence.
Special Needs Counselor
Montreat
Montreat
06.2024 - 08.2024
- I worked as a one on one counselor for campers of all ages with special needs.
- Needs among campers have included (but not been limited to): severe ADHD, autism, apraxia, G.I issues, and fetal alcohol syndrome.
- I assisted kids in daily activities such as games, physical support, eating, daily life skills, socializing, and emotional regulation.
- I also worked to modify activities to be more accommodating to their needs. My ultimate goal in this job was to give campers an intrusive and integrated experience that made them feel embraced and supported. It was also important to me to build solid connections with their parents and assuring them through my actions, that their children were in good hands.
Nanny for special needs teenager
GT Independence
Carrboro
08.2023 - 03.2024
- I worked as a nanny for a 17 year old boy on the Autism Spectrum, and with Bardet-Biedl syndrome.
- My responsibilities included transporting him to and from school, feeding him and assisting him in using the restroom, washing hands, and completing other daily activities.
- I also accompanied him to his occupational therapy appointments, took him on walks, worked with him through meltdowns, and practiced school skills with him.
- I eventually resigned from this job in order to focus on school.
- Managed schedules, ensuring timely transportation to appointments and activities.
- Created an atmosphere of trust between myself and both the family and the young man I cared for.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social, and intellectual growth.
Senior High Supervisor
Montreat
Montreat
01.2021 - 01.2023
- As the Senior High supervisor, I was in charge of a camp group of high schoolers (completed grades 9-12) for 10 weeks each summer.
- I had anywhere between 10 and 65 campers a week, and supervised two assistant counselors as well.
- My responsibilities included but were not limited to: creating an activity schedule each week, getting and organizing supplies, attending supervisor meetings, leading activities such as swimming, capture the flag, and art.
- I kept track of all the campers' medical records as well, and had several campers with special needs.
- My skills for this job included organization, conflict resolution, meeting deadlines, enthusiasm, athletic ability, and creating and maintaining positive relationships with campers and co-workers. It was crucial to me that each camper felt valued, safe, and welcomed.
- Received both CPR and First Aid certification for this job.
Employee
Pulp Juice and Smoothie Bar
Chapel Hill
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Pulp opened in September of 2024 and I was part of the original staff hired before the opening.
- My duties included making smoothies, wraps, juices, and bowls, managing the cash register, doing dishes and cleaning the facility, and interacting with customers, which was my favorite part of the job. I appreciated the opportunity to brighten peoples days, even through short interactions.
- I was eventually promoted to shift lead, where I opened and closed the store, trained new employees, and supervised shifts along with my previous duties as a regular employee.
- I left in December to begin my current internship at Triangle Disability and Autism Services.
Education
Recreation Management, Special Education, Psychology, Social Work
Appalachian State University
Boone, N.C05.2025
Skills
- CPR Certified
- First Aid Certified
- Team leadership
- Emotional regulation
- Conflict resolution
- Communication
- Basic American Sign Language
Volunteer Experience
Executive board member, P.A.L.S club, Raleigh, N.C., 08/16-05/19, Assisting students in their school work, Guiding students through social interactions, Teaching important life skills, Fostering independence within each student, Engaging in out of school activities such as Unify Track and Special Olympics
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Triangle Disability and Autism Services
09.2025 - Current
Social Work Intern
Triangle Disability and Autism Services
01.2025 - 05.2025
Employee
Pulp Juice and Smoothie Bar
09.2024 - 12.2024
Special Needs Counselor
Montreat
06.2024 - 08.2024
Nanny for special needs teenager
GT Independence
08.2023 - 03.2024
Senior High Supervisor
Montreat
01.2021 - 01.2023
Recreation Management, Special Education, Psychology, Social Work
Appalachian State University