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Savannah Torres

Colorado Springs,CO

Summary

Knowledgeable Employment Specialist with background in facilitating personal development and fostering independent living skills. Successfully implemented tailored programs to address individual needs, enhancing client self-sufficiency and confidence. Demonstrated empathy and effective communication skills to build strong relationships and promote positive outcomes.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Manager

Brookdale Assisted Living
09.2024 - Current
  • Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
  • Facilitated workshops and conducted one-on-one training to educate team members.
  • Coached team members on productivity strategies to accomplish challenging goals.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.

Life Skills Instructor

Magnify
05.2022 - 09.2024
  • Taught individuals with learning or physical difficulties to use technology such as computers, tablets and mobile phones.
  • Supported people with developmental disabilities and autism in building multi-faceted skillset to promote independence and self-confidence.
  • Assessed effectiveness of training to create more effective future training programs.
  • Collaborated with other instructors to design interdisciplinary projects that integrated life skills concepts across different subject areas.
  • Mentored students on effective communication techniques, conflict resolution strategies, and decision-making processes crucial for success in daily living situations.
  • Assisted students in setting achievable personal goals related to their overall development, fostering a sense of accomplishment and selfefficacy.

Teacher Assistant

Beacon College
08.2021 - 04.2022
  • Promoted a growth mindset among students by encouraging perseverance and resilience in overcoming challenges.
  • Enhanced classroom environment by implementing various teaching methods and strategies, catering to diverse learning styles.
  • Facilitated small-group instruction sessions targeting specific skill gaps among struggling learners for academic success.
  • Assisted lead teacher in the monitoring of student progress and updating required documentation, ensuring accurate records for each learner.
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring support outside of regular school hours for students requiring additional assistance with coursework or test preparation.

Career Coach

UCF Center For Autism And Related Disabilities
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Empowered clients to take ownership of their careers by teaching them strategies for continuous learning, skill development, and goal setting.
  • Enhanced client career progression by providing personalized coaching sessions tailored to individual goals and strengths.
  • Established long-term relationships with clients, providing ongoing support and follow-up services as needed to ensure continued success in their careers.
  • Assisted clients in identifying transferable skills and effectively communicating them during interviews, leading to higher job offer rates.
  • Evaluated client strengths and weaknesses using assessments, helping them gain self-awareness and develop targeted action plans for improvement.

Residential Assistant

Building Pathways
09.2020 - 02.2021
  • Increased resident retention rates by fostering positive relationships between staff and residents through effective communication strategies.
  • Encouraged student participation in community and social university-sponsored programs.
  • Participated in therapeutic treatment teams, working to help residents reach individual wellness goals.
  • Observed and documented resident progress, reporting recorded metrics to house manager.
  • Aided residents in completing daily routines of care and activities.
  • Assisted parents and provided support and education to minor residents' families.
  • Conducted weekly meetings with students to review goals, address issues and provide support.
  • Helped develop and implement programs to foster community growth and development.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Human Services

Beacon College
Leesburg, FL
12-2023

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Project management
  • Detail-oriented
  • Strategic planning
  • Team leadership
  • Team leadership and direction
  • Decision-making
  • MS office applications
  • Process improvement
  • Project coordination

Timeline

Program Manager

Brookdale Assisted Living
09.2024 - Current

Life Skills Instructor

Magnify
05.2022 - 09.2024

Teacher Assistant

Beacon College
08.2021 - 04.2022

Career Coach

UCF Center For Autism And Related Disabilities
05.2021 - 08.2021

Residential Assistant

Building Pathways
09.2020 - 02.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Human Services

Beacon College

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