Misty Turner
Ewa Beach,HI
Summary
Experienced community outreach organizer seeking a counseling position where communication skills, mediation and counseling certification will be utilized to help others develop coping skills and self-care disciplines.
Devoted professional proactively and quickly identifies best course of action for given scenarios. Confident handling tasks independently and in teams with highly organized approach to work. Strong advocate for those in need and committed to providing best possible service.
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in social sciences and hands-on experience gained through academic projects. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Program Assistant
Bennett Youth Center
06.2023 - Current
- Recommended activities, equipment and supplies for programs and identified vendors for appropriate materials.
- Communicated frequently with other staff and parents to meet youth needs and achieve successful programming
- Assisted with youth development and other skill- building programs to improve quality of youth's experience.
- Explained and enforced rules and regulations of different programs.
- Developed and implemented programs to engage and empower military populations.
- Assisted in conducting needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs.
- Developed and maintained accurate records of programs and services.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance quality of youth services.
- Assisted supervisor by completing administrative and clerical tasks for program.
- Participated in meetings with other team members to discuss program objectives and strategies.
- Provided transport to designated facilities ensuring safety guidelines are followed.
Residential Monitor
Po’ailani INC.
01.2021 - Current
- Coordinated group activities
- Facilitated group sessions
- Managed individual case files
Community Liaison
Hawaii Food Bank
01.2018 - Current
Kids Zone Ministry
New Life Body of Christ
01.2018 - Current
Activities Coordinator
Narcotics Anonymous
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Coordinated various events and activities.
- Organized and conducted fundraising activities.
- Projects leader.
Malama Recovery Services
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Completed assessments and intakes
- Conducted group and personal counseling sessions
- Facilitated group classes
Home Health Aide
Ultimacare
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted patients with daily activities including light housekeeping
- Provided assistance with daily grooming and bathing activities
- Provided transportation to and from medical appointments
- Prepared daily reports of patient activities
- Prepared/maintained detailed records of patient vitals and weekly progress.
- Provided transportation to and from medical appointments
- Communicated with patient family members on a regular basis
Home Health Aide
ILSA
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Assisted patients with daily activities including light housekeeping
- Provided assistance with daily grooming and bathing activities
- Provided transportation to and from medical appointments
- Prepared daily reports of patient activities
- Prepared/maintained detailed records of patient vitals and weekly progress.
- Provided transportation to and from medical appointments
- Communicated with patient family members on a regular basis
Education
Bachelor of Applied Arts And Science - Psychology
UH West Oahu
Kapolei, HI05-2025
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Leeward Community College
01.2019
Skills
- Excellent writing skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Efficient listener
- Proficient in assessments/intakes
- Proven project management skills
- Team Player
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Microsoft office
- Collaboration
- Curriculum planning
- Client intakes
- Supportive counseling techniques
- Psycho-social assessments
Certificates Skills
Certificate in Substance Abuse Counseling, Leeward Community College, 08/01/19, Excellent writing skills, Excellent communication skills, Excellent customer service skills, Efficient listener, Proficient in assessments/intakes, Proven project management skills, Team Player, Strong interpersonal skills
Timeline
Youth Program Assistant
Bennett Youth Center
06.2023 - Current
Residential Monitor
Po’ailani INC.
01.2021 - Current
Home Health Aide
Ultimacare
01.2019 - 12.2019
Community Liaison
Hawaii Food Bank
01.2018 - Current
Kids Zone Ministry
New Life Body of Christ
01.2018 - Current
Activities Coordinator
Narcotics Anonymous
01.2018 - 12.2020
Malama Recovery Services
01.2018 - 12.2020
Home Health Aide
ILSA
01.2017 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Applied Arts And Science - Psychology
UH West Oahu
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Leeward Community College
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