Lisa Gwyn
Pueblo,CO
Summary
Seasoned Transition Coach with comprehensive background in personal development and career planning. Possess strong skills in guiding individuals through significant life changes, equipped with the ability to lead sessions on goal-setting, job searching techniques, and interview preparation. Recognized for fostering positive change in clients' lives by helping them build their confidence and identify their skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Transition Coach
Pueblo School District 60
Pueblo, Colorado
12.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with educators to align resources with student goals.
- Mentored students in self-advocacy and decision-making skills.
- Engaged community partners to enhance student support networks.
- Offered emotional support throughout the transition process by providing encouragement and motivation.
Youth Mentor
Watercolor Recovery
02.2024 - Current
- Developed strong communication skills in youths by providing constructive feedback and regularly engaging them in reflective conversations about their progress.
- Introduced students to positive and creative outlets such as drawing and poetry.
- Provided academic support through tutoring sessions, contributing to improved grades and study habits among mentees.
- Provided guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for youth dealing with difficult issues.
Peer Recovery Coach
Hardbeauty
07.2022 - 04.2024
- Encouraged clients' sense of responsibility for their recovery journey by teaching them essential coping strategies and relapse prevention techniques.
- Facilitated connections to peer support groups, enhancing client networks for sustained recovery success.
- Coordinated referrals by gathering and providing information on relevant resources to support client recovery.
- Educated clients on healthy lifestyle choices, including nutrition, exercise, sleep hygiene, stress management, and mindfulness practices, to promote overall well-being.
Education
Youth Coaching Institute, LLC
11-2022
Choices Trainings
08-2022
High School Diploma -
R-5 High School
Grand Junction, CO05-2014
Skills
- Transition planning
- Employment assistance
- Community engagement
- Motivational interviewing
- Behavioral coaching
- Trauma-informed care
- Group facilitation
- Skill building
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Time management
- Stress management
- Reliability and dependability
- Emotional awareness
Timeline
Community Transition Coach
Pueblo School District 60
12.2024 - Current
Youth Mentor
Watercolor Recovery
02.2024 - Current
Peer Recovery Coach
Hardbeauty
07.2022 - 04.2024
Youth Coaching Institute, LLC
Choices Trainings
High School Diploma -
R-5 High School