Energetic and empathetic individual with passion for supporting youth in achieving their personal and academic goals, as well as maintaining healthy behaviors. Knowledge of child and adolescent development paired with skills in program planning, relationship building, time management, and adaptability to many different situations. Dedicated to creating positive impact on young lives through supportive and engaging environments.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Development Professional
Boys And Girls Club Of The Peninsula
09.2023 - Current
Empowered youth leaders by providing opportunities for them to take on leadership roles within the organization and serve as role models for their peers.
Promoted positive behavior among youth by modeling healthy relationships, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
Supervised youth and maintained security for each child under care.
Helped set appropriate goals and plans to achieve targets.
Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits, and coping mechanisms.
Enhanced youth development by implementing engaging and interactive programs tailored to individual needs.
Collaborated with team members to develop comprehensive programs addressing diverse aspects of youth development.
Provided support and guidance to youth, helping them overcome personal challenges and achieve their goals.
Established and maintained relationships with youth, families and community partners.
Assisted youth in developing problem-solving and communication skills to support stress management.
Encouraged children to talk issues out with each other and without anger, which eased tense situations.
Promoted a safe space by consistently enforcing rules while maintaining empathy towards each youth's unique struggles.
Enhanced youths'' self-esteem by implementing confidence-building activities and group discussions.
Reduced behavioral issues by establishing clear expectations and boundaries within a supportive environment.
Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Cashier
McDonald's
01.2023 - 09.2023
Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment and atmosphere.
Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store policies and procedures, ensuring compliance in all transactions.
Strengthened team morale and cooperation by assisting coworkers during peak hours.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
Associate of Arts - English Language And Literature
Peninsula College
Port Angeles, WA
06-2025
High School Diploma -
Port Angeles High School
Port Angeles, WA
06-2023
Skills
Documentation skills
Program planning
Goal setting
Positive environment planning
Positive youth development
Team collaboration
Mental health support
Youth behavior management
Verbal and written communication
Emotional awareness
Problem-solving
Organizational skills
Timeline
Youth Development Professional
Boys And Girls Club Of The Peninsula
09.2023 - Current
Cashier
McDonald's
01.2023 - 09.2023
Associate of Arts - English Language And Literature