QUINTEE GARRETT
East Hartford,Connecticut
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kinship Navigator
Community Health Resources
Manchester, CT
07.2024 - Current
- Coordinated referrals with other social service agencies and organizations that provide assistance to kin caregivers.
Peer Mentor
Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
Hartford, Connecticut
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted struggling youth through supportive conversations and trusting relationships.
Teacher's Assistant
KinderCare Learning Centers
Farmington, Connecticut
02.2022 - 07.2024
- Fostered a safe and welcoming environment, proactively addressing safety hazards to minimize risks.
Social Work Intern
Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School
Bloomfield, Connecticut
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive client care plans.
Soup Kitchen Volunteer
First Congregational Church
Bloomfield, Connecticut
12.2018 - 01.2019
- Greeted clients warmly and helped them navigate the food bank's services.
Education
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Social Work -
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, Connecticut05.2024
High School Diploma - General Studies -
Bloomfield High
Bloomfield, Connecticut06.2020
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- First Aid and CPR
- Relationship Building
- Client Home Visits
- Client Needs Assessments
- Rapport Building
- Active Listening
- Case management
- Team collaboration
- Public speaking
- Time management
- Interpersonal communication
State
06108
City
Connecticut
Street
East Hartford
Accomplishments
- Deans List fall 2020
- Dean List fall 2023
- Deans List Spring 2024
Certification
- Mental Health First Aid Adult
- Child Division Orientation
- CHR Mandated Reporter Training
Timeline
Kinship Navigator
Community Health Resources
07.2024 - Current
Social Work Intern
Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School
09.2023 - 05.2024
Peer Mentor
Big Brothers Big Sisters of America
05.2023 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
KinderCare Learning Centers
02.2022 - 07.2024
Soup Kitchen Volunteer
First Congregational Church
12.2018 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Social Work -
Southern Connecticut State University
High School Diploma - General Studies -
Bloomfield High
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