Nathaniel Reed
Social Work
Ogden,UT
Summary
Residential program leader and U.S. Marine Corps veteran with experience supervising staff, mentoring youth, and maintaining safe, structured environments. Known for being calm under pressure, consistent in expectations, and reliable in high-responsibility settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residential Program Manager
Straight Path
Roy, UT
09.2025 - Current
- Developed individualized over 10 support plans to enhance resident engagement and well-being.
- Coordinated daily operations, ensuring compliance with program policies and procedures.
- Promoted independence among residents by developing over 50 personalized skill-building activities in daily living tasks such as meal preparation or self-care routines.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on best practices in residential management.
- Monitored resident progress and adjusted care strategies based on feedback and observations.
- Streamlined communication processes between staff, residents, and external stakeholders.
- Coordinated services and therapy for residents and managed attendance for scheduled appointments.
Youth Mentor
Waypoint Academy
Huntsville
07.2023 - 06.2025
- Provided mentorship and supervision to adolescents in residential treatment, reinforced expectations, supported emotional regulation, and documented progress.
- Facilitated support sessions for at-risk youth, enhancing personal development and coping strategies.
- Developed and implemented engaging educational activities to foster social skills and teamwork among participants.
- Monitored individual progress, providing feedback to enhance emotional resilience and academic performance.
- Increased youth engagement by incorporating interactive activities and group discussions in mentoring sessions.
Heavy Vehicle Driver & Equipment Operator/Operations NCO
United States Marine Corps
11.2015 - 11.2019
- Served honorably in a high-accountability environment. Supervised personnel, maintained equipment readiness, operated under strict safety standards, and earned the Navy Achievement Medal for reliability and safety.
- Operated heavy vehicles safely and efficiently on designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance with safety regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carbon High School
Price, UTComputer Technology Program - undefined
Ogden–Weber Technical College
Ogden, UT01-2026
Skills
- Leadership & Supervision
- Crisis Response
- Documentation & Reporting
- Safety & Policy Compliance
- Structured Environment Support
- Positive reinforcement
- Homework assistance
- Group and individual sessions
- Goal planning
- Behavior modeling
- Crisis intervention
- Mentoring
- Abuse identification
- Skill building
Certification
- Certified, CPR/First Aid/AED
- Certified, Food Handlers
Timeline
Residential Program Manager
Straight Path
09.2025 - Current
Youth Mentor
Waypoint Academy
07.2023 - 06.2025
Heavy Vehicle Driver & Equipment Operator/Operations NCO
United States Marine Corps
11.2015 - 11.2019
Computer Technology Program - undefined
Ogden–Weber Technical College
High School Diploma -
Carbon High School