Stephanie Gonzalez

Assisted in the provisions of substance and alcohol abuse prevention services designed to reach out to the high risk and non-high risk school population and parents for the purpose of reinforcing positive attitudes through the educational process.

• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
• Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.

Provided on an as needed basis, general assistance to teachers by working one to one with students. Escorted children on school trips and designed murals, backdrops, props and costumes for school plays and productions.

Acquired fundamental knowledge of the Girl Scout Program. Prepared for and conducted troop meetings on a regular timetable. Planned troop programs and provided new learning opportunities for Scout members. Communicated effectively with troop's parents, and participated in Council fund raisers, fall products, cookies and parent partnerships.

• Encouraged participation in camp activities and guided troop members in safe adventures.
• Delivered programming in line with organizational policy to members of newly-established troop until well-established and ready for independent operation.
• Kept assigned troop volunteers abreast of pertinent information to keep leadership members up-to-date on emerging issues.
• Assisted in developing and implementing program ideas, planned activities for units and evaluated program quality.
• Developed expertise to help new troops take lead with pre-set meeting plans, calendar planning and communication with families.
• Fostered positive personal connection with each troop participant and cultivated social connections and sense of solidarity.
• Established and maintained safe and positive environment for Girl Scouts to grow, learn and have fun.
• Encouraged Girl Scouts to develop own leadership skills through hands-on experiences.
• Secured parent participation in troop leadership roles by delivering new leader orientation and training in line with expectations of council's volunteer experience and policies.
• Created and maintained budget for Girl Scout activities, confirming organization had necessary resources.
• Supervised troop volunteers and counselors in execution of unit needs to contribute to safety and healthy experience.
• Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.
• Monitored participation in recreational activities to provide assistance to participants.
• Provided feedback and guidance to program participants regarding progress and development.
• Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
• Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
• Developed and monitored budgets for recreational activities.
• Collaborated with other recreation staff in developing new recreational activities.
• Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and programs.
• Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
• Ordered and maintained all recreational equipment.
• Liaised with community organizations to promote recreational activities.
• Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.

Assisted in the provision of substance and alcohol abuse prevention services designed to reach out to the high risk and non-high risk school population and parents for the purpose of reinforcing positive attitudes through the educational process.

• Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
• Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
• Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
• Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
• Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
• Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.

Responsible for the processing, interviewing and placing of new applicants. Oversaw the testing and recording of scores. Assisted in the preparation of paperwork to be submitted for payroll on a daily basis. Responsible for the maintenance and updating of applicant files.

• Developed and deepened connections with mentees, influencing career, and life choices of each potential program participant.
• Administered drug, aptitude, and personality assessments.
• Helped determine possible vocations and build application documents.
• Enhanced community outreach to bring in new candidates, highlight programs and meet targets.
• Built and maintained professional relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
• Worked with vendors to customize courseware to accommodate business needs.
• Identified workers with specific skill sets to recommend for promotions or raises, increasing internal hiring.
• Established and maintained quality control standards.