Richard Gray-EL

Providing safety and security for all residents and staff in the most homelike environment according to DYRS policy As a Youth Development Representative I counsel, motivate,inspire,educate, support and encourage positive change and transformation for all residents within the program as well as without

• Picked and prepared numerous daily shipments in controlled atmosphere warehouse environment.
• Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
• Stored items in orderly and accessible manner in warehouse tool rooms, supply rooms, or other areas.
• Collected stock location orders and printed requests to maintain inventory control.
• Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
• Assisted coworkers with special projects to learn new tasks while gaining additional responsibilities.
• Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.

• Utilized hand signals and positioned direction signs to guide traffic around hazardous or construction sites.
• Collaborated with other flaggers by using hand-held radios to disseminate traffic and safety information.
• Assisted drivers with directions and routes and recorded license plates of negligent drivers.
• Assisted construction crews by removing debris, waste and hazardous materials to improve safety and road conditions.
• Coordinated two-way traffic on single lane roads by placing markers and cones.
• Adhered to safety and security guidelines when using company equipment and materials.
• Removed cones, signs and barricades upon completion of work.
• Placed warning and detour signs to alert drivers of alternate routes and dangerous driving areas.
• Cultivated effective relationships with pedestrians by utilizing active listening and dynamic interpersonal skills.
• Collaborated with team members to verify proper coverage at assigned intersections.

• Collaborated with peer mentoring program members to devise new methods to generate interest and participation.
• Planned service activities to promote community interaction.
• Performed tasks to assist and support individuals in regaining independence within community.
• Participated in conflict resolution and problem-solving to support healthy coping skills.
• Implemented opportunities for joint collaborative projects to generate interest among peers.
• Shared personal stories and experiences to provide hope, advocacy and one-on-one support to peers.
• Assisted individuals in identifying and capitalizing on personal interests, goals and strengths.
• Attended meetings and trainings to optimize professional development.
• Expressed understanding and support to help individuals pursue paths to professional development.
• Promoted skill building to support activities of daily living.
• Utilized de-escalation techniques aligned with trauma-informed care to drive intervention strategy for participants in crisis.
• Observed students during classroom activities to evaluate students' performance, behavior and social development.
• Prepared students for later educational experiences by encouraging to explore learning opportunities and persevere with challenging tasks.