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Richard McCroskey

Allen,TX

Summary

Offers background developing and leading successful youth programs. Proven success in building relationships with young people, working with vulnerable populations, and providing guidance and support. Skilled in creating and facilitating engaging activities to foster collaboration and personal growth.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Youth Leader

Lakeway Church
10.2018 - 12.2021
  • Encouraged youth to explore talents and interests, and assisted in developing individualized plans to foster personal growth.
  • Provided guidance and support to youth in developing positive self-image and thriving personal relationships.
  • Mentored and coached youth in developing communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • Assisted youth in recognizing strengths and weaknesses, and guided development of personal and professional goals.
  • Organized group activities and outings for youth and led weekly Bible study meetings.
  • Participated in regular meetings with leadership team to discuss strategies, challenges and successes.
  • Coordinated and led weekly youth meetings, facilitating conversations and activities to promote team building and leadership development.
  • Coached, instructed and supervised participating youths through collaborative efforts with like-minded, creative, and poised team members.
  • Engaged youth by following, implementing, and assisting in creating lesson plans.
  • Organized and facilitated youth retreats and workshops to promote personal growth and self-awareness.

Gap Year Leader

Glorieta Camps
08.2014 - 05.2017
  • Led and coordinated day to day operations for a group of 18-24 year olds for 9 months at a time.
  • Instructed and developed specific curriculum for educational classes during the 9 months.
  • Guided multi-day wilderness trips to surrounding areas and states and in the Southwest for the students.
  • Coordinated and aided in workplace placement and job options for students during their time at the camp.
  • Certified WFR from NOLS during my time there.



Wilderness Field Guide

Glorieta Camps
01.2014 - 08.2014
  • Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
  • Collaborated with other tour guides to provide comprehensive and enjoyable experience.
  • Coordinated multi-day backpacking excursions in northern New Mexico.
  • Utilized and developed specific curriculum for groups on trail to use.
  • Certified in wilderness medicine through NOLS academy for safety during trips.

Ranch Hand

RJ Ranch
03.2004 - 05.2009
  • Mended fences in disrepair to prevent livestock from wandering off and to keep predators out.
  • Maintained equipment and ranch structures.
  • Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
  • Branded and tagged livestock for proper identification and security when lost and stolen.
  • Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
  • Moved livestock by herding animals to different ranch locations to avoid pasture damage.
  • Worked with ranch hands to clean stables and riding areas.
  • Cleared brush and maintained trails to keep ranch safe and accessible for animals and people.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies/Business Management

Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX
12.2013

High School Diploma -

Sulphur Springs High School
Sulphur Springs, TX
05.2009

Skills

  • Compassionate Care
  • Crisis Management
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Educational Settings
  • Adaptable
  • Teachable

Timeline

Youth Leader

Lakeway Church
10.2018 - 12.2021

Gap Year Leader

Glorieta Camps
08.2014 - 05.2017

Wilderness Field Guide

Glorieta Camps
01.2014 - 08.2014

Ranch Hand

RJ Ranch
03.2004 - 05.2009

Bachelor of Arts - Biblical Studies/Business Management

Dallas Baptist University

High School Diploma -

Sulphur Springs High School

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