Mikayla Simon
Ansonia,CT
Summary
Dynamic Youth Development Professional with a proven track record at Boys & Girls Club, enhancing life quality and self-esteem among youth through expert program planning and exceptional youth guidance. Skilled in creating inclusive environments and fostering relationship building, I significantly increased youth engagement. My adaptability and commitment to mental health support have certainly empowered positive change in young lives.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Club
Ansonia, CT
10.2022 - Current
- Provided support and guidance to youth, helping them overcome personal challenges and achieve their goals.
- Promoted positive behavior among youth by modeling healthy relationships, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
- Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits, and coping mechanisms.
- Assisted with educational needs through tutoring and homework assistance.
- Increased participant engagement through the creation of a welcoming and inclusive environment for all youth members.
- Developed strong rapport with families, ensuring their involvement in supporting the growth of their children within our programs.
- Implemented effective strategies for managing challenging behaviors while maintaining a safe and supportive atmosphere within our programs.
- Encouraged children to talk issues out with each other and without anger, which eased tense situations.
- Supervised youth in engaging environment to promote security and safety for all ages.
- Coordinated youth programs and activities to enhance life quality and self-esteem.
- Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to youth.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Criminal Justice
Charter Oak State College
New Britain, CTAssociate Of General Studies - General Studies
Housatonic Community College
Bridgeport, CT05.2023
Skills
- Program Planning
- Valid Driver's License
- Homework Assistance
- Group Supervision
- Security awareness
- Youth guidance
- Youth Advocacy
- Mental Health Support
- Meal Preparation
- Emotional awareness
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
Timeline
Youth Development Professional
Boys & Girls Club
10.2022 - Current
Bachelor Of Science - Criminal Justice
Charter Oak State College
Associate Of General Studies - General Studies
Housatonic Community College