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Shanel Patterson

York,NE

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Job Coach

The Art Garden
12.2023 - 08.2024
  • Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
  • Documented behavioral data accurately, contributing to better-informed treatment adjustments.
  • Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
  • Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.

RBT

The Behavior Project
02.2023 - 09.2023
  • Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
  • Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
  • Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
  • Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.

Undergraduate Student Intern

Shawnee Civics Center
09.2022 - 12.2022
  • Supported various program activities, assisting with administrative tasks.
  • Assisted with event planning, support and execution of virtual and in-person engagements.
  • Maintained accurate records and files pertaining to departmental areas of responsibility.
  • Worked with team members to promote great customer service and pleasant work environment.
  • Attended and participated in meetings and brainstorming sessions with team members.
  • Wrote procedures, reports and technical documents in easy-to-understand terminology.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Worked closely with human resources to support employee management and organizational planning.
  • Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
  • Organized client meetings to provide project updates.

KPR Adult Volleyball Official and Event Staff

Kearney Parks and Recreation
05.2021 - 08.2022
  • Awarded points, verified score calculations and communicated end-of-game results to teams and spectators.
  • Assisted new referees with training and learning specific game rules and regulations.
  • Inspected sporting equipment to comply with event and safety regulations.
  • Enforced facility, league and general volleyball rules to maintain fair gameplay.
  • Resolved conflicts between players, spectators and coaches with high degree of respect and expert game knowledge.
  • Helped sports staff set up event spaces before games and clean up areas after end of games.
  • Reacted to complex game situations quickly and effectively.
  • Navigated difficult situations with direct communication and explanation of game rules.
  • Operated time clock and scoreboard during various games.
  • Conferred with other sporting officials and coaches to provide information, coordinate activities and discuss problems.
  • Inspected sporting equipment or examined participants to verify compliance with event and safety regulations.

UNK Intramural Official

University Of Nebraska- Kearney
09.2019 - 05.2021


  • Adhered to and enforced game rules and regulations.
  • Fostered sportsmanship among players and coaches to minimize in-game conflict.
  • Executed high-pressure decisions, awarded points and imposed penalties under time constraints.
  • Conferred with coaches, players and umpires to discuss calls and disputes.
  • Assisted new referees with training and learning specific game rules and regulations.
  • Communicated game rules and regulations to players to promote fairness.
  • Officiated games and matches, following sports program's rules and regulations.
  • Inspected sporting equipment or examined participants to verify compliance with event and safety regulations.

Bagger

Grand Central.
09.2017 - 08.2018
  • Collected shopping carts from parking lot and returned to store.
  • Loaded packages and bags into shopping carts and transferred goods to customer vehicles.
  • Answered customer questions regarding products and store services.
  • Greeted customers to build rapport and increase customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted with organization and cleaning to maintain tidy store appearance.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Recreation Management

University of Nebraska-Kearney

High School Diploma -

York High School

Skills

  • Canva
  • Data collection
  • MS Office proficient
  • Strong verbal and written communication
  • Ability to develop strong relationships with clients and colleagues
  • Organization
  • Public speaking
  • Juggle multiple projects
  • Collaboration
  • Maintain records
  • Work independently
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality

Accomplishments

First Generation Student

Chancellor's Ambassadors

Black Student Association Vice President

Girls on the Run Coach

No Cap, Let's Chat panelist

Community Service Scholarship Receipt

Holthus Scholarship Receipt

Mildred Sterner Baker Scholarship Receipt

Awarded Intramural official of the Month (2)

Multicultural Service Volunteer award

Certification

CPR certified

First Aid certified

Timeline

Job Coach

The Art Garden
12.2023 - 08.2024

RBT

The Behavior Project
02.2023 - 09.2023

Undergraduate Student Intern

Shawnee Civics Center
09.2022 - 12.2022

KPR Adult Volleyball Official and Event Staff

Kearney Parks and Recreation
05.2021 - 08.2022

UNK Intramural Official

University Of Nebraska- Kearney
09.2019 - 05.2021

Bagger

Grand Central.
09.2017 - 08.2018

High School Diploma -

York High School

CPR certified

First Aid certified

Bachelor of Science - Recreation Management

University of Nebraska-Kearney
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