Rubi Cias Contreras
Irving,TX
Summary
Proficient youth support worker familiar with tutoring, chaperoning and educating youth. Good relationship building, conflict management and communication skills. Seeking a permanent role in a fast-paced environment. Experienced Youth Development Professional adept at modeling values like honesty and respect, improving program operations and contributing to the organization's long-term success. Complex problem-solver with a proactive mindset. Bringing 3 years' experience in the field.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Development Professional
Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center
Irving, TX
09.2023 - Current
- Provided guidance and support to help foster the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth of youth.
- Organized recreational activities such as sports tournaments, movie nights, field trips, and other events.
- Developed and facilitated educational programs focused on life skills, vocational training, health education, conflict resolution, and other relevant topics.
- Coordinated with parents and guardians to ensure that the needs of each youth were being met.
- Developed strategies to motivate disengaged or struggling youth.
- Encouraged positive behavior by setting expectations and providing feedback.
Sales Associate
Dollar General
Irving, TX
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Lake College
Irving, TX07-2027
Skills
- Skill-Building Instruction
- Youth Mentoring
- Behavioral Interventions
- Discipline Strategies
- Audition preparation
- Director collaboration
- Performance Improvement
- Acting
- Reading scripts
- Live Performances
- Following Directions
- Negotiation Tactics
Affiliations
- In High School I was a part of a total of 8 shows between 2021-2023, some including The Crucible (2021-2022) as Elizabeth Proctor and Grease (2022-2023) as Rizzo
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Youth Development Professional
Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center
09.2023 - Current
Sales Associate
Dollar General
06.2022 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
North Lake College
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