Megan Moen
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Community engagement professional skilled in building diverse spaces that foster creativity and growth. Experienced in trauma-informed care for youth, including de-escalation procedures.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Care Staff
D&A LLC (Drew's Place)
Colorado Springs, Colorado
06.2024 - Current
- Work around the clock in a residential-based foster home and monitor client behavior throughout shifts.
- Trauma-informed caregiver for youth ages 10-18.
- Support youth with trauma integrate back into society in healthy ways by encouraging social interaction and engaging them in recreational activities
- trained in de-escalation procedures.
- Maintain clean and safe environments for clients and staff
- Train new staff on protocols and best practices in direct care settings.
- Support client rights in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and ethical standards.
Photographer and Design Editor
UCCS Scribe
Colorado Springs, CO
10.2020 - 05.2024
- Worked and communicated with other student staff members to organize weekly stories and photo spreads for the campus newspaper.
- Took photos for reporters' stories, and occasionally write and photograph own stories.
- Maintained leadership over artists and collaborated on unique art ideas each week.
- Attended and participated in weekly staff meetings.
Community Zine
Trans* Studies, UCCS
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Worked with people in the LGBTQ community through photo shoots and interviews to create meaningful art that emphasized identity.
- Got involved with voices from the LGBTQ community to amplify queer platforms and experiences.
- Collaborated with classmates on a community zine, to be donated to the UCCS public library.
Barista
The Wild Goose Meeting House/Good Neighbors
Colorado Springs
09.2021 - 04.2024
- Built and maintained meaningful connections with customers and co-workers to create a welcoming and safe environment. Prioritized guests' needs in a professional and friendly manner.
- Excelled at working in high-stress situations that require multi-tasking.
- Developed detail-oriented skills within a café setting from organization to specialized drinks.
Creative Welfare Reform Project
Labor and Social Transformation
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Worked during a term on a creative project encapsulating knowledge on the American welfare reform system.
- Analyzed reading material and gathered insights from real-life experiences of individuals in the welfare system.
- Explored diverse perspectives on social issues in America to enhance project discussions.
Education
BA - Women's and Ethnic Studies
University of Colorado
Colorado Springs, ColoradoSkills
- Experience in caregiving
- Crisis intervention
- De-escalation methods
- Knowledge of support services
- Cultural competency
- Leadership communication
Certification
- First Aid, CPR & AED Certified - American Heart Association Issues March 2025
- QMAP Certified
- Mandatory Reporter - Child Welfare Training System issued June 2026
- TBRI training certified
Timeline
Direct Care Staff
D&A LLC (Drew's Place)
06.2024 - Current
Community Zine
Trans* Studies, UCCS
01.2024 - 04.2024
Creative Welfare Reform Project
Labor and Social Transformation
09.2023 - 12.2023
Barista
The Wild Goose Meeting House/Good Neighbors
09.2021 - 04.2024
Photographer and Design Editor
UCCS Scribe
10.2020 - 05.2024
BA - Women's and Ethnic Studies
University of Colorado