Olivia (Liv) Krenz
Duluth,MN
Summary
Resourceful Community Coordinator known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in event planning, volunteer management, and community outreach. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and leadership to foster strong community relationships. Committed to enhancing community engagement through strategic planning and effective coordination.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Homebuyer and Financial Coach
Community Action Duluth
Duluth
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Delivered one-on-one financial and employment coaching, developed action plans, and tracked participant progress.
- Developed and implemented financial plans to help clients meet their short-term and long-term goals.
- Created budgets for clients based on income, expenses, liabilities, and assets.
- Assisted clients in making informed decisions about debt management options such as consolidation or refinancing.
- Educated clients on various topics related to personal finance including budgeting, retirement planning, tax preparation and estate planning.
- Supported clients during times of financial hardship by helping them develop realistic strategies for dealing with debt.
Community Support Specialist
CHOICE, Unlimited
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided direct support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Coordinated and facilitated group activities for clients in the community.
- Developed individual service plans, monitored progress, and documented outcomes.
- Collaborated with other professionals including physicians, therapists, teachers, case managers. to ensure quality care for clients.
- Facilitated communication between families and providers to ensure best possible outcome for each client.
CTSS Practitioner
Human Development Center, Duluth
Duluth
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Assisted families with accessing mental health services for children, collaborated on treatment plans, and provided skills training.
- Developed treatment plans in collaboration with clients to assist them in achieving their goals.
- Conducted assessments, including screening for mental health disorders, risk assessment and diagnosis.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, therapeutic interventions and outcomes.
- Participated in multi-disciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and strategies for improvement.
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Clubs of the Northland
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Coordinated the weekly program 'Teen Smart Girls,' which focused on the needs of young women within the BGC.
- Assessed individual needs of youth to develop appropriate plans for their development.
- Provided guidance and support to help foster the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth of youth.
- Organized recreational activities such as sports tournaments, movie nights, field trips, and other events.
- Developed and facilitated educational programs focused on life skills, vocational training, health education, conflict resolution, and other relevant topics.
- Coordinated with parents and guardians to ensure that the needs of each youth were being met.
- Monitored progress of youth in order to evaluate program effectiveness.
- Maintained records of attendance and other pertinent information about participants.
- Conducted individual counseling sessions with youth when necessary.
- Collaborated with community organizations to create additional resources for youths' development.
- Encouraged positive behavior by setting expectations and providing feedback.
- Created a safe environment where youths could express themselves without fear of judgement.
- Established relationships with local employers in order to provide employment opportunities for young people.
Community Coordinator
Peace of Mind Duluth
Duluth
01.2024
- Coordinate services for 50 individuals, manage 50+ employee schedules, and provide training.
- Developed and managed a comprehensive community outreach program.
- Provided guidance to staff members on how to effectively engage with the local community.
Education
B.A. in Journalism/Women, Gender, Sexuality Studies -
University of Minnesota, Duluth
05.2019
Skills
- HUD Certified Counselor
- Restorative Practices
- Person Centered Care
- Working with youth with high ACES scores
- Client Relationship Building
- Debt management
- Volunteer Management
- Local business relationships
- Oral and writing communication
- Event oversight
- Relationship Building
- Problem-Solving
- Group Supervision
- Safety understanding
- Social-emotional learning
- Goal Setting
- Cultural Competency
- Documentation skills
- Program Planning
- Youth crisis tactics
Awardspublications
- Published in LakeVoice News and UMD Statesman
- Cum Laude graduate
Personal Information
Gender: she/they
Projects
Developed a PBIS system with a team for youth at the BGC, Mentor North, 2016-2020, Denfeld High Freshman Seminar, 2017, Teen Smart Girls Program Leader, 2016-2020, BGC Youth of the Year Coach, 2017-2019, Vice President for Student Advocates for Choice on UMD Campus 2017.
Volunteer Experience
DJ for the local "Women's Music Program" on The North 103.3
Timeline
Community Coordinator
Peace of Mind Duluth
01.2024
Homebuyer and Financial Coach
Community Action Duluth
01.2023 - 01.2024
Community Support Specialist
CHOICE, Unlimited
01.2021 - 01.2022
CTSS Practitioner
Human Development Center, Duluth
01.2020 - 01.2021
Youth Development Professional
Boys and Girls Clubs of the Northland
01.2016 - 01.2020
B.A. in Journalism/Women, Gender, Sexuality Studies -
University of Minnesota, Duluth
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