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Marlen Bell

Marlen Bell

Columbus OH,OH

Summary

Dynamic Youth Leader with a strong work ethic at YMCA Child Development Center, fostering personal growth through mentorship and youth engagement. Skilled in program planning and crisis management, I successfully organized impactful workshops and activities, enhancing community involvement and support for young individuals. Committed to empowering youth and building lasting relationships.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Youth Leader

YMCA Child Development Center
11.2023 - Current
  • Served as a positive role model for young individuals, demonstrating responsible decision-making skills and ethical behavior.
  • Collaborated with other Youth Leaders to create a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
  • Encouraged youth to explore talents and interests, and assisted in developing individualized plans to foster personal growth.
  • Developed rapport with young participants, providing support and guidance in their personal challenges.
  • Mentored young individuals, emphasizing the importance of goal-setting and selfimprovement.
  • Enhanced youth engagement by incorporating interactive games and team-building activities.
  • Coached, instructed and supervised participating youths through collaborative efforts with like-minded, creative, and poised team members.
  • Maintained good relationships with parents through regular communication and active participation in planned activities.
  • Mentored and coached youth in developing communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Coordinated and led weekly youth meetings, facilitating conversations and activities to promote team building and leadership development.
  • Participated in regular meetings with leadership team to discuss strategies, challenges and successes.
  • Assisted youth in recognizing strengths and weaknesses, and guided development of personal and professional goals.
  • Empowered young people by offering them opportunities to lead group discussions or present on topics they were passionate about.
  • Organized group activities and outings for youth and led weekly Bible study meetings.
  • Organized successful fundraising events, securing resources for youth programs.
  • Delivered engaging presentations on topics relevant to adolescent development and leadership skills.
  • Organized and facilitated youth retreats and workshops to promote personal growth and self-awareness.
  • Provided emotional support for struggling youths, including one-on-one mentoring sessions where appropriate.
  • Recruited new members through targeted outreach efforts such as school visits or social media campaigns.
  • Coordinated volunteer opportunities for participating youths, fostering a sense of community involvement and responsibility.

Construction Worker

QTS
07.2018 - 11.2022
  • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
  • Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
  • Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
  • Completed construction projects on time by adhering to strict deadlines and prioritizing tasks appropriately.
  • Assisted with basic carpentry work such as installing wooden floors and crown molding.
  • Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
  • Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
  • Assisted with successful, time-sensitive renovations of various structures.
  • Adapted quickly to changing project requirements, demonstrating flexibility and resourcefulness in adjusting schedules and priorities accordingly.
  • Exhibited exceptional problem-solving abilities under pressure by employing critical thinking skills to overcome complex challenges on job sites.
  • Enhanced project efficiency by coordinating with team members and managing resources effectively.
  • Installed new structures, updated systems and replaced worn components to bring buildings up to current codes.

Painter

Sams Painting & More
08.2013 - 07.2018
  • Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
  • Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
  • Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing disruptions for clients during projects.
  • Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
  • Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
  • Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
  • Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
  • Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
  • Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
  • Excelled under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or client satisfaction, ensuring repeat business and positive referrals.
  • Exceeded client expectations by consistently delivering high-quality workmanship within established timelines.
  • Enhanced the appearance of residential and commercial spaces by skillfully applying paint, wallpaper, and other finishes.
  • Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
  • Applied various types of paints and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.
  • Repaired drywall and plaster prior to painting.
  • Removed wallpaper and sanded surfaces to prepare for paint application.
  • Mixed paint, varnish, shellac and lacquer to desired consistencies.

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

DSW Shoe Warehouse
06.2008 - 08.2013
  • Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
  • Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols.
  • Used pallet jacks and dollies to load and unloaded goods from trucks and containers.
  • Reduced shipping errors through meticulous inspection of outgoing packages and double-checking labels.
  • Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions.
  • Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
  • Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments.
  • Maximized warehouse space utilization by reorganizing storage areas according to product types, sizes, and turnover rates.
  • Maintained accurate inventory levels through regular cycle counts and updating the warehouse management system accordingly.
  • Streamlined receiving processes, ensuring proper documentation and prompt distribution of incoming goods to appropriate departments.
  • Monitored scheduled shipment dates to achieve timely delivery, expediting as necessary, and communicating variances to customers.
  • Conducted counts and audits of inventories to identify and resolve discrepancies in records.
  • Ensured workplace safety compliance through routine equipment checks, hazard assessments, and adherence to OSHA guidelines.
  • Improved shipping efficiency by streamlining packing procedures and optimizing workstation layouts.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
  • Increased order accuracy with diligent verification of product SKUs, quantities, and destinations before shipment.
  • Streamlined shipping process, reducing package handling time with meticulous planning and coordination.
  • Facilitated smooth warehouse operations, maintaining clean and safe work environments.
  • Coordinated with carriers to schedule pickups, optimizing delivery timelines and minimizing delays.
  • Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
  • Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
  • Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
  • Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than Number packages per day.
  • Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
  • Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.

Education

Associate In Physical Therapy - Health And Fitness

Columbus State Community College
Columbus, OH
06.2009

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Critical thinking
  • Relationship building
  • Active listening
  • Youth mentoring
  • Effective organization
  • Strong role model
  • Youth enrichment
  • Community service
  • Community outreach
  • Service leadership
  • Youth activity planning
  • Student mentoring
  • Program planning
  • Community resources
  • Workshop development
  • Spiritual guidance
  • Stress management
  • Crisis management
  • Volunteer management
  • Basic counseling
  • Motivation techniques
  • Youth development
  • Spiritual counseling
  • Emotional awareness
  • Personal counseling

Certification

I received my 501c3.

Timeline

Youth Leader

YMCA Child Development Center
11.2023 - Current

Construction Worker

QTS
07.2018 - 11.2022

Painter

Sams Painting & More
08.2013 - 07.2018

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

DSW Shoe Warehouse
06.2008 - 08.2013

Associate In Physical Therapy - Health And Fitness

Columbus State Community College

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