Marvin Vaughn
Southfield,MI
Summary
As a firefighter for the City of Highland Park, I honed my emergency response and medical skills, demonstrating leadership and resilience. Expert in crisis intervention and structural firefighting, I excel in high-stress environments. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Specialist II
Oakland County
08.2002 - Current
- Planned and executed activities to promote skill and talent development.
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
- Enhanced communication skills by facilitating workshops focused on active listening, constructive feedback, and respectful dialogue.
- Maintained safety and security of youth under care.
- Enhanced program effectiveness by collaborating with fellow Youth Specialists to develop innovative strategies and approaches.
- Maintained detailed records of each participant''s progress throughout their involvement in the program, enabling accurate reporting on overall results achieved over time.
- Utilized effective conflict resolution techniques to address behavioral issues and promote a safe and inclusive atmosphere.
- Observed individual behaviors and suspect actions, and reported issues to supervisory staff.
- Applied crisis intervention methods to de-escalate potentially dangerous scenarios.
Firefighter
City of Highland Park
02.2000 - Current
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Performed life-saving procedures during medical emergencies, administering CPR and first aid as needed.
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters to execute efficient firefighting strategies, mitigating property damage and loss of life.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a mentor to new firefighters, fostering a culture of teamwork and professionalism within the department.
- Maintained optimal readiness for emergency situations by regularly participating in drills and training exercises.
- Utilized technical expertise in operating specialized firefighting equipment such as aerial ladders, hydraulic extrication tools, and thermal imaging cameras.
- Improved operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
Education
No Degree - Fire Academy
Oakland Community College
Auburn Hills, MINo Degree - Medical First Responder
Oakland Community College
Auburn Hills, MISkills
- Structural Firefighting
- First Aid Certified
- Fire Safety
- Medical Response
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Firefighting activities
- Emergency Response
- Safety awareness
- Behavior Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Suicide Prevention
- Crisis Response
- Problem-solving abilities
Certification
- FireFighter I & II, Oakland Community College
- Hazmat Awareness and Operation, Oakland Community College
- Certified Emergency Vehicle Operation
- C.P.R and AED, First Aid
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI)
Timeline
Youth Specialist II
Oakland County
08.2002 - Current
Firefighter
City of Highland Park
02.2000 - Current
No Degree - Fire Academy
Oakland Community College
No Degree - Medical First Responder
Oakland Community College