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Peter Mayers

Albany,NY

Summary

Conscientious Youth Counselor with program development and coordination experience. Strongly rooted in integrity and effective communication. Competent Crew Member ready to take on demanding workload to achieve objectives. Experienced in organizing supplies and equipment for efficient use. Team player with drive to reach organizational goals.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Youth Counselor

Equinox Inc
06.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced youths'' self-esteem by implementing confidence-building activities and group discussions.
  • Reduced behavioral issues by establishing clear expectations and boundaries within a supportive environment.
  • Developed strong rapport with youths, fostering open communication and trust for effective counseling sessions.
  • Improved emotional regulation in clients through teaching coping strategies and stress management techniques.
  • Facilitated goal-setting workshops for positive future planning, supporting academic and personal achievements.
  • Coached youth in conflict resolution skills, reducing incidents of aggression and improving peer relationships.
  • Promoted a safe space by consistently enforcing rules while maintaining empathy towards each client''s unique struggles.
  • Connected clients with appropriate external resources when needed, ensuring continuity of care beyond the counseling program scope.

Residential Counselor

St. Anne's Institution
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Enhanced residents'' quality of life by implementing individualized care plans and providing emotional support.
  • Reduced behavioral incidents by employing de-escalation techniques and maintaining a calm environment.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment plans, improving residents'' progress.
  • Promoted independent living skills through coaching residents in daily tasks such as meal preparation, hygiene, and budgeting.
  • Maintained safe and supportive residential environments for at-risk individuals, contributing to their overall wellbeing.
  • Assisted residents in achieving personal goals by facilitating access to community resources and services.
  • Conducted regular check-ins with residents to monitor progress, address concerns, and provide ongoing support.
  • Developed strong rapport with residents through empathetic listening and compassionate communication strategies.
  • Ensured compliance with all state regulations surrounding residential programs by maintaining accurate documentation of required paperwork and reporting any issues promptly to supervisors or administrators as needed.

Crew Member

Kentucky Fried Chicken
12.2022 - 03.2023
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the register.
  • Enhanced team productivity by maintaining a clean and organized workspace for crew members.
  • Ensured accurate order fulfillment with diligent attention to details while assembling meals.
  • Contributed to increased sales by upselling menu items and promoting special offers.

Education

GED -

SEAT Center Youth Build
Schenectady, NY
2023 - 2024

Skills

  • Youth Behavior Management
  • Youth Supervision
  • Parent and Caregiver Rapport
  • Meal Preparation
  • Career Guidance
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Order Management
  • Inventory Restocking
  • Customer Service
  • Health Code Compliance

Timeline

Youth Counselor

Equinox Inc
06.2023 - Current

GED -

SEAT Center Youth Build
2023 - 2024

Residential Counselor

St. Anne's Institution
01.2023 - 05.2023

Crew Member

Kentucky Fried Chicken
12.2022 - 03.2023
Peter Mayers