Melany Jimenez
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Proactive Activity Specialist with expertise in engaging activity creation, child safety protocols, and effective communication. Committed to fostering a safe and fun environment for participants while enhancing social skills and teamwork.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Activity Specialist
Community Counseling and Mediation
Brooklyn, New York
09.2024 - Current
- Created engaging activities to enhance social skills and student engagement.
- Assisted supervisors with planning student events.
- Assisted with keeping accurate and organized individual child records.
- Engaged in one-on-one conversations with participants and parents to assess their needs and interests.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for outdoor programs and events.
- Trained new staff members on proper policies and procedures.
Group Leader
Community Counseling and Mediation
Brooklyn, New York
07.2022 - 08.2024
- Developed engaging lesson plans that aligned with participants' interests and learning goals.
- Led daily group activities, fostering teamwork and enhancing participant engagement.
- Established clear behavior expectations to create a positive and enjoyable environment.
- Provided first aid and responded to emergencies, maintaining camper safety as the top priority.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Manhattan, NY12-2024
Skills
- Activity and lesson planning
- Child safety protocols
- Record keeping
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Bilingual communication
Certification
Adult CPR/AED, Child CPR and First Aid- Red Cross issued by Community Counseling and Mediation, 2025
Timeline
Activity Specialist
Community Counseling and Mediation
09.2024 - Current
Group Leader
Community Counseling and Mediation
07.2022 - 08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
John Jay College of Criminal Justice