Rayson Namba
Honolulu
Summary
Experienced Youth Development Specialist skilled in mentoring, program development, and community engagement. Focused on advocating for at-risk youth and enhancing diversity through innovative arts programs. Proven track record in coordinating successful initiatives and fostering teamwork, while building strong relationships with stakeholders. Expertise in crisis intervention and case management ensures effective support and improved outcomes for diverse populations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Development Specialist
Hoʻola Music and Cultural Arts
Honolulu
07.2023 - Current
- Developed engaging music programs for youth in local communities.
- Coordinated cultural arts activities to promote diversity and inclusion.
- Facilitated workshops to enhance creative expression among participants.
- Mentored young artists to build confidence and artistic skills.
- Collaborated with local schools to integrate arts into educational curricula.
- Evaluated participant feedback to improve program effectiveness and relevance.
- Organized community events showcasing youth talent and cultural heritage.
- Implemented strategies to foster teamwork and communication among participants.
- Encouraged each program participant to interact and provided numerous opportunities to engage with others and enjoy activities.
- Advocated for at-risk youth to improve daily environments and long-term prospects.
- Verified program performance against goals by assessing regular reports, identified areas in need of improvement and handled service delivery, internal operations, and program outreach.
- Established and ran successful programs focused on maximizing health and safety of youth from backgrounds.
- Planned and led activities with varied focus such as outdoor exploration, education and crisis intervention.
- Assisted in recruiting, scheduling, and tracking volunteers for youth programs.
- Encouraged a safe environment by implementing behavioral expectations and providing appropriate supervision during all activities.
- Developed individualized service plans for youth based on identified needs.
- Conducted assessments of the strengths and needs of each participant.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations related to working with minors.
- Engaged in regular communication with parents and guardians to ensure their involvement in the program's activities.
- Collaborated with other organizations to provide comprehensive services for at-risk youth.
- Provided guidance and support to young people in developing life skills.
- Developed and implemented fundraising approaches to raise money for the cause.
- Developed appropriate treatment plans focusing on each individual's needs.
Youth Advisory Council Member
Liliuokalani Trust
Honolulu
11.2023 - 01.2025
- Organized community events to engage youth and promote participation.
- Collaborated with team to identify youth issues and develop solutions.
- Provided feedback on programs and initiatives affecting local youth.
- Facilitated discussions among peers to gather diverse perspectives.
- Engaged with local organizations to build partnerships for youth initiatives.
- Created and facilitated workshops on local issues affecting the community.
- Actively listened to feedback from teens regarding policy changes they would like to see enacted.
- Supported planning and execution of council meetings and agendas.
- Provided guidance and support to other council members in developing projects.
- Assisted in creating outreach materials for youth engagement efforts.
- Cultivated positive relationships with parents and staff to facilitate school operations and student success.
- Created, ran, and taught certain Cultural workshops to youth and staff members to build their knowledge and teachings of Hawaiʻi
- Participated in cultural activities, in turn, learning the protocol of certain things
- Attended monthly meetings through teleconferencing with other campus locations.
- Assisted in daily office operations, including data entry and filing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt Highschool
Honolulu, HI06-2023
Bachelor of Science - Social Work And Hawaiian Language
University of Hawaii At Manoa
Honolulu, HI07-2026
Skills
- Youth mentorship
- Program evaluation
- Community outreach
- Fundraising strategies
- Event coordination
- Cultural programming
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Youth Advisory Council Member
Liliuokalani Trust
11.2023 - 01.2025
Youth Development Specialist
Hoʻola Music and Cultural Arts
07.2023 - Current
High School Diploma -
Roosevelt Highschool
Bachelor of Science - Social Work And Hawaiian Language
University of Hawaii At Manoa