Sam Rogers
Charlottesville,VA
Summary
Experienced in youth counseling with a strong ability to establish meaningful connections with young individuals. Facilitated numerous group sessions and engaged in one-on-one interactions, fostering personal growth and encouraging the development of healthy relationships. Demonstrated excellent communication and problem-solving skills applied successfully in diverse settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Counselor
CAYIP Youth Counselor
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Counseled 18 young boys and girls, ages 14-19
- Assisted with their needs and helped facilitate their paychecks
- Met with each kid once a week for check-ins and paperwork
- Collaborated with parents, and community resources to provide comprehensive support for childs'' needs.
- Assisted youth in developing problem-solving and communication skills to support stress management.
- Coached youth in conflict resolution skills, reducing incidents of aggression and improving peer relationships.
- Demonstrated positive influence to children by acting appropriately, being respectful to others and actively listening.
Lifeguard
City of Charlottesville
06.2019 - 03.2024
- Worked as a lifeguard in the Charlottesville City pools indoors and outdoors
- Explained and demonstrated swimming strokes, exhibiting proper technique and positioning in water to patrons.
- Kept constant watch for any emergencies in and out of the water
- Assisted swimmers in distress using appropriate rescue techniques based on individual needs and circumstances.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
Kitchen Assistant/Food Distributor
Harvest Moon Catering
04.2020 - 11.2020
- Assisted in the kitchen at catering events
- Worked as part of a team in setting up for, and filling orders for food distribution throughout the Covid pandemic
- Assisted chefs in food preparation tasks, resulting in timely meal service.
- Unloaded food deliveries and stored items in proper locations for easy access.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - psychology
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA05-2025
Skills
- Certified in CPR/First Aid
- Dependable
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Take direction well
- Hard Worker
- Customer oriented
- Can lift heavy objects
- SPSS proficient
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Youth Counselor
CAYIP Youth Counselor
06.2024 - 08.2024
Kitchen Assistant/Food Distributor
Harvest Moon Catering
04.2020 - 11.2020
Lifeguard
City of Charlottesville
06.2019 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Arts - psychology
James Madison University
Similar Profiles
Izan González RiveraIzan González Rivera
Summer Camp Counselor at Camp CounselorSummer Camp Counselor at Camp Counselor
Patrice CherestalPatrice Cherestal
New York Equestrian Center at CounselorNew York Equestrian Center at Counselor
Brianna GuzmanBrianna Guzman
Camp Counselor at Camp CounselorCamp Counselor at Camp Counselor