Samuel Acevedo
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Earnest individual with experience in human services field providing support and guidance to individuals in need. Strong understanding of effectively working with people from diverse backgrounds. Passionate about helping others access needed services.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Assistant Program Facilitator
Department Of Corrections And Community Services
2017.02 - 2024.05
- Provided a safe and supportive environment, ensuring non-juvenile, pre-juvenile, and juvenile delinquents the opportunity to address address problematic community issues. i.e. substance abuse, gang and gun violence, poor academic performance, etc.
- Conducting small and large group sessions, and working with Ossining High School staff members to create a youth aftercare mentorship program.
Alcohol Substance Abuse Treatment Facilitator
Department Of Corrections And Community Services
2013.10 - 2024.05
- Create a safe space to address prevalent harmful drug-addictive behaviors for D.O.C.C.S A.S.A.T participants.
- Conduct oral presentations, small and large groups, and discussions that are based on the 9-Competencies of alcohol substance abuse treatment
- Sharing strengths, hopes, experiences and graduate level education to guide program participants towards positive decision making.
- In charge of program clerical administrative duties.
Education
M.P.S. - Theological/Leadership
New York Theological Seminary
New York, NY06.2023
Behavioral Science - Pyschology
Mercy University
Dobbs Ferry, NY06.2022
Associate's Degree of Science - Behavioral Science
Mercy University
Dobbs Ferry, NY06.2018
Skills
- Creativity and Innovation
- Youth Mentoring
- Problem-Solving
- Collaboration and Teamwork
Timeline
Youth Assistant Program Facilitator
Department Of Corrections And Community Services
2017.02 - 2024.05
Alcohol Substance Abuse Treatment Facilitator
Department Of Corrections And Community Services
2013.10 - 2024.05
M.P.S. - Theological/Leadership
New York Theological Seminary
Behavioral Science - Pyschology
Mercy University
Associate's Degree of Science - Behavioral Science
Mercy University