Sharwnice Day
Alexandria,VA
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Organizer
Stepping With Leaders
Stafford, VA
05.2022 - Current
- Researched and analyzed existing conditions, trends, and needs of the community.
- Recruited and trained volunteers for special projects or events.
- Collaborated with various organizations to identify resources for the community.
- Created materials such as flyers, brochures, newsletters., to promote initiatives in the neighborhood.
- Planned and managed different community meetings, public forums and outreach events.
- Recruited, trained and oversaw organizational volunteers.
- Mentored volunteers on assigned tasks to keep everyone operating at same level.
- Interviewed potential clients, collecting personal information to determine eligibility for social assistance.
Mentor, At-Risk Youth
Self Employed Web
Alexandria, VA
07.2015 - Current
- Provided guidance and support to at-risk youth by developing individualized action plans.
- Engaged in one-on-one mentoring sessions with at-risk youth to foster positive relationships.
- Assisted at-risk youth in identifying and addressing areas of need, including educational achievement and social development.
- Encouraged open dialogue between mentor and mentee about personal experiences, feelings, and emotions.
- Organized group activities to promote team building among the mentees.
- Conducted assessments of at-risk youth's strengths and weaknesses to determine appropriate interventions.
- Supported the overall well-being of at-risk youth through advocacy efforts in the community.
- Developed strategies to help young people develop self-esteem and healthy coping skills.
- Monitored progress of mentees against established goals.
- Established a safe environment that allowed for open communication between mentors and mentees.
- Actively listened to concerns expressed by participants during conversations.
- Educated parents and guardians on how they can better support their child's growth and development.
- Assessed needs of families involved in order to provide additional support services when needed.
- Motivated participants towards achieving personal goals set forth by themselves or others.
- Recommended coping mechanisms and offered guidance to individuals dealing with intense problems.
- Talked with individuals, sharing positive life experiences to encourage improved self-esteem and boost socialization.
- Kept information confidential except in cases pertaining to abuse, neglect or threats.
Master Barber
Self-employeed
Alexandria, VA
05.2006 - Current
- Provided hair cutting, shaving, and styling services to male customers according to their individual preferences.
- Demonstrated expertise in using a variety of barbering tools such as clippers, scissors, straight razors, and combs.
- Maintained the cleanliness of work areas and sanitized all equipment before use.
- Educated customers on the best products for their particular hair type and needs.
- Followed safety procedures when working with sharp tools or chemicals.
- Developed relationships with clients to ensure repeat business opportunities.
- Advocated for customer satisfaction by providing quality service at all times.
- Ensured compliance with local health regulations related to barbering services.
- Provided scalp treatments such as massages and deep cleansing facials.
- Listened attentively to customer requests regarding desired haircuts or styles.
- Stayed up-to-date on current trends in men's hair fashion.
- Assisted other team members in achieving daily goals.
- Participated in promotional activities within the community to increase brand awareness.
- Increased business profits by optimizing processes, improving team performance, and increasing customer satisfaction.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
NOVA Community College
Woodbridge, VASome College (No Degree) - Life Coach Certification
Online
Skills
- Promotions understanding
- Professional manner
- Business Administration
- Problem-Solving
- Task Prioritization
- Therapy and counseling
- Organizational Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Team building
- Active Listening
- Multitasking
- Event Coordination
- Volunteer oversight
- Volunteer Management
- Public Speaking
- Data Collection
- Community Outreach
- Personal Counseling
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
- Emotional awareness
- Professional Demeanor
- Reliability
Affiliations
- Community Outreach
- Prepare and Serve Hot Meals to Homeless
- Campaign volunteer
- Chemo Cuts for Cancer Patients
- Back to School Cuts (Recreation Centers & Non-profits)
Accomplishments
Community Service Award
Timeline
Community Organizer
Stepping With Leaders
05.2022 - Current
Mentor, At-Risk Youth
Self Employed Web
07.2015 - Current
Master Barber
Self-employeed
05.2006 - Current
Some College (No Degree) -
NOVA Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Life Coach Certification
Online
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