Marvin Austin
Washington
Summary
Enthusiastic about fostering positive community relationships through patience, empathy, and effective collaboration. Dedicated to supporting individuals by utilizing strong communication skills and deep understanding of diverse needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Violence Intervention Specialist
Together We Rise Community Development Model
Washington, DC
01.2021 - Current
- Work with at-risk individuals with positive transformation for priority communities served within Ward 6
- Assist in maintaining peace within the community through interventions, mediations, and ceasefire
- Canvas community daily to monitor safety concerns
- Conduct decompressing outings outside of the community and plan community engagement events
- Advocate for public policies that promote healthier lifestyles among children and adolescents in local communities
- Established partnerships with community organizations to provide additional resources related to violence prevention, trauma recovery, substance abuse programs, etc
Personal Job Aide
DC Center for Independent Living
Washington, DC
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Order office supplies
- Assist client with scheduling
- Provide high quality companionship to client
- Ensure client medicines are being administered as prescribed
- Accompanied client to doctor visits and on work-related trips outside the home
Utility Worker
Capital Restaurant Resources
Washington, DC
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Cleaned, mopped, swept, and dusted kitchen facilities
- Cleaned, washed, and polished equipment
- Changed light bulbs, stacks and arrange chairs and do other miscellaneous jobs
- Removed dishes from the dish machine and stored them
Painter Helper
Nita Inc.
Washington, DC
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Worked under the supervision of lead painters while doing paint jobs
- Assisted with plastering and painting both interior and exterior surfaces
- Utilized rollers, spray guns, and paint brushes
- Assisted with the clean-up process following the completion of each job
Home Health Aide
ABA Home Health Care
Washington, DC
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Provided non-custodial care for patients unable to care for themselves such as the disabled
- Completed housekeeping tasks such as helping with dressing, bathing, and getting in and out of bed
- Planned and prepared meals as necessary
- Coordinated health care-related appointments
Housekeeper
Sleepy Hollow Rehabilitation Center
Annandale, VA
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Managed maintenance of the facilities and grounds
- Responsible for ensuring floors were cleaned, mopped, and waxed
- Assisted with other job-related duties as necessary
Education
General Education Diploma - undefined
Virginia Department of Education
Sussex, VA01-2008
Skills
- Collaborative teamwork
- IEP development
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Strong collaboration skills
- Social skills training
- Intervention strategies proficiency
- Emotional support
- Problem-solving skills
- Multitasking strength
- Crisis intervention strategies
Timeline
Violence Intervention Specialist
Together We Rise Community Development Model
01.2021 - Current
Personal Job Aide
DC Center for Independent Living
01.2017 - 01.2020
Utility Worker
Capital Restaurant Resources
01.2015 - 01.2017
Painter Helper
Nita Inc.
01.2011 - 01.2015
Home Health Aide
ABA Home Health Care
01.2011 - 01.2012
Housekeeper
Sleepy Hollow Rehabilitation Center
01.2009 - 01.2011
General Education Diploma - undefined
Virginia Department of Education