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Nicki Lawrence

South Windham,CT

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Camp Programs

Horizons, Inc.
09.2012 - Current
  • Developed and implemented 5000+ unique lesson plans used in camp program.
  • Created 500+ unique picture schedules, memory books and other visual tools.
  • Planned activities and booked entertainment for 40+ events.
  • Provided leadership to 80+ seasonal staff.
  • Communicated with parents, staff and providers regarding campers or program issues.
  • Coached program counselors in effective teaching strategies.
  • Managed all social media posting
  • Assisted in grant budgeting.
  • Served on Connecticut Camping Association board for 3 years, 1 year as Secretary and managed social media.

Group Leader

Horizons, Inc.
05.2012 - 08.2012
  • Trained new camp counselors by relaying information on camper protocols including special diets, behavioral, cabin life, seizures, programs and activities of daily living.
  • Supported 50+ staff with developing caregiving skills and abilities, uplifting team performance.
  • Resolved conflicts to limit disruption and maintain positive, productive working environments.
  • Attend and manage emergency situations.
  • Remained on call during night hours.

Support Coach

Horizons Programs Inc.
01.2012 - 05.2012
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to individuals during their work program.
  • Monitored job-specific competencies and performance standards.
  • Followed person specific protocols.
  • Provided transportation for individuals being supported.

Summer Camp Counselor

Horizons, Inc.
06.2006 - 08.2011
  • Worked with people of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
  • Led groups safely through variety of camp activities.
  • Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
  • Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
  • Followed specialty protocols for activities of daily living, special diets, seizures.

Education

High School Diploma -

E.O. Smith High School
Storrs, CT
06.2008

Skills

  • Time Management
  • American Sign Language
  • Video Editing
  • Social Media
  • Creativity
  • Adaptability
  • Organized Chaos
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Event Execution
  • Documentation

Timeline

Director of Camp Programs

Horizons, Inc.
09.2012 - Current

Group Leader

Horizons, Inc.
05.2012 - 08.2012

Support Coach

Horizons Programs Inc.
01.2012 - 05.2012

Summer Camp Counselor

Horizons, Inc.
06.2006 - 08.2011

High School Diploma -

E.O. Smith High School

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