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Roberta States

Punxsutawney,PA

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Evangelist/Ordained Minister

Christian global Outreach Services
Punxsutawney, PA
08.2023 - Current
  • Provided spiritual guidance to individuals seeking advice or counseling.
  • Established relationships with community leaders to raise awareness of church activities.
  • Led outreach initiatives to reach out to unchurched, inactive or new residents in community.
  • Visited, counseled and prayed with church members to provide pastoral care.
  • Reached out to unchurched, new residents or inactive church members.
  • Instructed and guided individuals converting to new faith.

Youth Leader

Journey Church Punxsutawney
Punxsutawney, PA
02.2023 - Current
  • Created a safe environment for youth to express themselves freely without fear of judgement or ridicule.
  • Monitored progress of individual students by tracking attendance records and academic performance.
  • Maintained an up-to-date database of student information including contact details and educational background.
  • Fostered relationships with students, and provided counseling on personal and spiritual issues.

Secretary

The Salvation Army of Punxsutawney
Punxsutawney, PA
02.2023 - Current
  • Organized and maintained executive calendars, including scheduling meetings, travel arrangements and conference calls.
  • Prepared documents such as memos, letters, reports, spreadsheets and presentations using Microsoft Office applications.
  • Greeted visitors in a professional manner and directed them to appropriate personnel or offices.
  • Answered incoming phone calls, responded to inquiries and transferred calls as needed.
  • Maintained filing systems for confidential documents; organized files for easy retrieval of information when requested.
  • Responded to customer inquiries via email or telephone in a polite and professional manner.
  • Updated contact lists on a regular basis; created new contacts as needed.
  • Answered telephone calls to give information to callers, take messages or transfer calls to appropriate individuals.

Youth Program Assistant

The Salvation Army of Punxsutawney
Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania
02.2023 - Current
  • Assisted with the organization and set-up of special events, including fundraising initiatives.
  • Provided support to Youth Program Manager in planning and coordinating daily program activities.
  • Arranged transportation for participants to attend workshops or meetings outside of the facility.
  • Actively monitored participant behavior and provided guidance when needed.
  • Provided assistance with homework completion and tutoring services when needed.
  • Enforced rules and regulations within the program while encouraging a positive learning environment.

Youth Leader

First Assembly Of God Punxsutawney
Punxsutawney, PA
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Developed and implemented engaging activities for youth to build social, emotional, and physical skills.
  • Provided guidance and mentorship to youth in developing healthy relationships with peers and adults.
  • Counseled youth on personal issues related to family dynamics, peer pressure, substance abuse prevention and mental health awareness.
  • Led discussions and facilitated games and activities to demonstrate values and morality.

Cheerleading Coach

AJ Parise Volunteer
Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania
07.2007 - 10.2010
  • Organized and managed practice sessions, competitions and performances for teams.
  • Provided positive feedback to motivate squad members during practices and competitions.
  • Taught routines in preparation for performance at sports games and competitions, instructing on safe and correct execution of stunts, gymnastics, choreography and cheers.
  • Evaluated individual skills of athletes to place them in appropriate positions within squads.

Education

Certificate - Cybersecurity Boot Camp

Penn State Behrend
Erie, PA
06-2023

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Kaplan University
Davenport, IA
06-2007

Certificate - Master Detective Course (Private Investigating)

Detective Training Institute
San Juan Capistrano, CA
08-2005

Skills

  • Preaching
  • Critical Thinking
  • Clerical Support
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Community Service
  • Effective Organization
  • Time Management
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Active Listening
  • Community Outreach
  • Emotional Support
  • Youth Activity Planning
  • Attendance Records
  • Attention to Detail
  • Shepherding
  • Youth Development
  • Spiritual Guidance
  • Outreach
  • Community Resources

Timeline

Evangelist/Ordained Minister

Christian global Outreach Services
08.2023 - Current

Youth Leader

Journey Church Punxsutawney
02.2023 - Current

Secretary

The Salvation Army of Punxsutawney
02.2023 - Current

Youth Program Assistant

The Salvation Army of Punxsutawney
02.2023 - Current

Youth Leader

First Assembly Of God Punxsutawney
01.2015 - 01.2018

Cheerleading Coach

AJ Parise Volunteer
07.2007 - 10.2010

Certificate - Cybersecurity Boot Camp

Penn State Behrend

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

Kaplan University

Certificate - Master Detective Course (Private Investigating)

Detective Training Institute
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