Nico Carlos
Santa Paula,CA
Summary
Dynamic Youth Care Worker with experience at Our House Youth Home, skilled in behavior management and youth advocacy. Successfully fostered a nurturing environment, enhancing communication and conflict resolution among at-risk youth. Committed to promoting self-sufficiency through structured activities and educational support, ensuring safety and well-being for all participants.
Youth care professional prepared for impactful roles in nurturing and guiding young individuals. Brings solid experience in crisis management and behavior modification techniques. Known for strong team collaboration and adaptability to evolving needs. Recognized for leadership, empathy, and effective communication.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Care Worker
Our House Youth Home
Mentone, CA
03.2019 - 05.2023
- Provided a safe and nurturing environment for at-risk youth through consistent supervision and positive reinforcement.
- Conducted regular safety checks and maintained facility cleanliness, ensuring a secure and hygienic environment for all program participants.
- Improved communication skills among youths by encouraging group discussions and collaborative projects.
- Enhanced youth development by implementing structured activities and educational support.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among program participants, fostering an atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding within the group setting.
- Completed clear and concise documentation of youth behavior and actions.
- Delivered crisis intervention services when necessary, addressing urgent concerns promptly while maintaining safety for all involved parties.
- Assisted with daily living skills training, supporting self-sufficiency among program participants.
Library Volunteer
San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CA
01.2018 - 05.2023
- Maintained clean, safe library environments for optimized customer comfort.
- Contributed to a well-organized and efficient library environment through regular sorting, shelving, and labeling of materials.
- Performed basic book reshelving and obtained items from book drop.
- Conducted circulation and shelving duties, maintaining orderly, organized displays.
- Greeted visitors, answered questions, and made book recommendations across subjects and genres.
- Maintained an orderly and attractive environment by performing regular cleaning duties, such as dusting shelves and straightening materials.
- Located books, magazines and other materials quickly according to patron requests.
- Processed new library collections, accurately cataloging and indexing materials.
Elderly Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
Rancho Cucamonga, CA
09.2016 - 09.2020
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients in maintaining a safe and clean living environment, promoting health and wellbeing.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
San Bernardino Valley College
San Bernardino, CA05-2023
High School Diploma -
Jurupa Hills High School
Fontana, CA05-2016
Skills
- Youth supervision
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Behavior management
- Self-care techniques
- Recreational activities
- Mandated reporting
- Youth advocacy
- Creative expression
- Child development
- Life skills teaching
- Mental health support
- Educational support
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Youth Care Worker
Our House Youth Home
03.2019 - 05.2023
Library Volunteer
San Bernardino Valley College
01.2018 - 05.2023
Elderly Caregiver
In Home Supportive Services
09.2016 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Human Services
San Bernardino Valley College
High School Diploma -
Jurupa Hills High School