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QASIM WESTON

York

Summary

Dynamic Youth Specialist with a proven track record at Covenant House, excelling in crisis intervention and relationship building. Skilled in behavior management techniques and team leadership, I effectively guided youth through educational and emotional challenges, fostering resilience and growth. Committed to creating supportive environments that empower individuals to thrive.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Youth Specialist

Covenant House
York
08.2023 - 02.2025
  • Provided crisis intervention services during times of distress or emergency situations.
  • Facilitated group sessions focusing on topics such as conflict resolution, self-esteem building.
  • Participated in training programs designed to improve knowledge of relevant topics.
  • Established trusting relationships with youths by providing consistent support.
  • Provided guidance and support to youth regarding educational, behavioral, social, and emotional issues.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when necessary.

Janitorial Cleaner

Church & Dwight Company
York
05.2019 - 12.2019
  • Cleaned specialty spaces like chemistry laboratories with safe solvents to keep them clean.
  • Mixed, used and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
  • Stripped and refinished them to keep the condition and appearance of hard surface floors in good shape.
  • Thoroughly sanitized, cleaned, and scrubbed the restroom fixtures and surfaces.
  • Cleaned, vacuumed, and dusted all areas of [office] building to maintain an organized, professional appearance for employees and clients.

Foster Care Provider

Linda Sanders
New York
04.2008 - 09.2016
  • Referred family members to outside support options to help them cope during times of increased stress.
  • Had an excellent attendance record and was always on time for work.
  • Worked with community program leaders and advocates to ensure that resources were available to those who needed them.
  • Developed a strong and trusting relationship with children and their families, fostering trust and communication in order to meet case requirements.
  • Taught and guided algebra and writing techniques using interactive visuals and static worksheets.
  • Planned activities that engaged and entertained both counselors and birth parents.

High profile security

Abdul Dandridge
New York
02.2012 - 12.2015
  • Made the necessary outgoing calls to confirm the alarms, dispatch the appropriate authorities, and notify the appropriate parties.
  • Worked to resolve urgent issues, such as [Type] and [Type] incidents, both independently and collaboratively.
  • Patrolled and monitored the premises in a company vehicle, on a bicycle, and on foot.
  • Protected personal and company property from robbery, vandalism, and unauthorized entry.
  • Followed established procedures and policies, as well as posted instructions, which included enforcing company rules, policies, and regulations.

Education

High School -

continental academy
New York, NY
01.2008

Skills

  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Advertising
  • Staff training
  • Customer relations
  • Compliance and regulatory
  • Leadership
  • Crisis and emergency communications
  • Head Start program knowledge
  • Branding
  • Hard-worker
  • Behavior management techniques
  • Planning and coordination
  • Team management
  • Team Leadership

Certification

First Aid/CPR Certified

Timeline

Youth Specialist

Covenant House
08.2023 - 02.2025

Janitorial Cleaner

Church & Dwight Company
05.2019 - 12.2019

High profile security

Abdul Dandridge
02.2012 - 12.2015

Foster Care Provider

Linda Sanders
04.2008 - 09.2016

High School -

continental academy