Natalie Prater
Simi Valley,CA
Summary
Inquisitive and passionate student and worker with a deep desire to help children and adolescents in areas pertaining to mental health. Highly dedicated to pursuing equity and looking at each individual as their own unique person. Developed the ability to maintain a upbeat attitude whilst multitasking and using attention to detail through experience as a server.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Educator
Project Blues
Northridge, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Works under the university counseling center at California State Northridge to conduct educational presentations about depression, suicide prevention, and direct students to university counseling services
- Participants in ongoing training about diversity & inclusion, responding to crisis, and mental health conditions
- Participants in tabling events & and works collaboratively with the Joint Advocates of Disordered Eating and Project DATE.
Server
Lure Fish House
Porter Ranch, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Curates each dining experience to the individual needs of a party
- Cultivates warm relationships with regular guests and team members
- Uses multitasking skills to manage four to seven table sections, run food, prepare and serve soups & deserts, and maintain side work
- Works as a closing server to ensure restaurant cleanliness, hygiene standards, and assist other team members with their responsibilities.
Server, Hostess, Busser, Expo
Red Robin
Simi Valley, CA
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Trained new hires effectively
- Worked with Aloha POS system to manage checks, payments, and orders
- Experienced with parties of thirty people
- Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and got them seated as quickly as possible.
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
Rancho Simi Valley Community Pool
Simi Valley, CA
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Taught private and group lessons of up to seven individuals of varying skill levels
- Taught ages ranging from nine months old to late seventies
- Lead 'mommy & me classes' of up to ten parents and infants
- Experienced teaching children with special needs and disabilities
- Obtained CPR, First Aid, AED, and water rescue certifications
- Oversaw swimmers to monitor and maintain a safe atmosphere and performed rescues when an individual was in distress
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians regarding the children's progress, goals, and any concerns.
Education
Major - Psychology - Minor - Child & Adolescent Development
California State Northridge
05.2025
Skills
- Empathy
- Driven
- Active listening
- Communication
- Adaptability & problem solving
- Collaboration
Timeline
Peer Educator
Project Blues
01.2024 - Current
Server
Lure Fish House
08.2023 - Current
Server, Hostess, Busser, Expo
Red Robin
07.2021 - 08.2023
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
Rancho Simi Valley Community Pool
04.2021 - 11.2021
Major - Psychology - Minor - Child & Adolescent Development
California State Northridge
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