Paul Flores
Philadelphia,United States
Summary
Enthusiastic Youth Worker skilled in supporting emotional, social and personal growth of young individuals. Offering 20 years of experience in clinical and behavioral roles. Earnest individual with experience in human services field providing support and guidance to individuals in need. Strong understanding of effectively working with people from diverse backgrounds. Passionate about helping others access needed services. Talented Youth Worker versed in the needs of inner city children. Decisive leader with excellent communication and planning abilities. Steadfast Program Director employs empathy and patience to connect with individuals on emotional level and provide support during difficult times. Excellent eye for detail and accurately assesses needs. Strives to provide best possible care and support.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Youth Worker
People For People Inc
05.2001 - 02.2023
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance quality of social services.
- Developed and implemented programs to engage and empower underserved populations.
- Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
- Facilitated communication between clients and other service providers.
- Contributed to development of individualized plans to support youth goal achievement.
- Developed and maintained accurate records of programs and services.
- Monitored progress towards service plan goals.
- Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional, and educational areas.
- Supervised youth in residential and community-based programs to minimize risks and offer support.
- Participated in meetings with stakeholders to discuss program objectives and strategies.
- Developed and maintained relationships with community organizations and agencies.
- Facilitated outreach activities to build community awareness.
- Developed and implemented range of lessons and resources to motivate young people.
- Supported and mentored students in developing skills to become successful in community.
- Provided guidance and advice to youth, supporting navigation of diverse personal and social issues.
- Facilitated youth development and leadership programs for young people from diverse backgrounds.
- Assisted in identifying and reducing barriers to youth engagement and development.
- Encouraged youth clients to develop own activities and leadership skills through group discussions.
- Developed and maintained relationships with partner organizations to facilitate access to youth-related resources.
- Cultivated and maintained relationships with community members to facilitate outreach activities.
Life Skills Coordinator
Friends Neighborhood Guild
03.1994 - 05.2001
- Customized strategies based on individuals' goals and strengths and offered each positive reinforcement to continue progress against goals.
- Facilitated sessions in person and over phone.
- Maintained private practice of [Number] clients.
- Defined and identified key math concepts for adult learners.
- Provided insight and ideas to promote client growth.
- Modeled positive behavior skills as well as good problem-solving and relationship-building abilities to improve clients' social integration.
- Coached clients through difficult life circumstances.
- Administered medications and helped clients set reminders to learn how to take important medications according to schedule.
Program Director
Crime Prevention Association Of Philadelphia
06.1987 - 02.1991
- Oversaw staff schedules and assignments to handle programming demands.
- Coordinated budgeting, scheduling and resource allocation to facilitate smooth flow of operations.
- Created and enforced programming standards to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Recruited and trained staff and volunteers to upgrade collective team skills.
- Scheduled and supervised staff meetings to discuss new ideas and update participants on program details and milestones.
- Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement.
- Maintained and updated project related documents.
- Communicated regularly with stakeholders, updating on progress to build support for program.
- Developed and implemented program evaluation systems to assess program impact.
- Supervised program staff, managing and evaluating performance provide high-quality services to program participants.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to promote program awareness and participation.
- Established program policies and procedures to comply with regulatory requirements.
- Developed and implemented program goals and objectives, establishing specific and measurable outcomes aligned with organization's overall mission.
Education
Urban Ministry
Eastern Mennonite University
Harrisonburg VA09.1988
Skills
- Youth Interviewing
- Youth Guidance
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Dietary Restrictions
- Court Reporting
- Activity Implementation
- Educational Activities
- Program Support
- Development of Social Skills
- Youth Ministry
- Conflict Mediation
- Team Development
Certification
- Program Institute Training - Program Specialist
- School Age - Program Institute
Timeline
Community Youth Worker
People For People Inc
05.2001 - 02.2023
Life Skills Coordinator
Friends Neighborhood Guild
03.1994 - 05.2001
Program Director
Crime Prevention Association Of Philadelphia
06.1987 - 02.1991
Urban Ministry
Eastern Mennonite University
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