Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Summer Knaak

Syracuse,UT

Summary

Thousands of families served. Experienced social worker and caregiver looking to support disadvantaged persons connecting them with life enriching and programs and services.

Overview

14
years of professional experience

Work History

Community Inclusion Via Office Of Vocational Rehab

Employment Specialist
10.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Conducted assessments, interviews, and job trials with clients to develop person-centered plans for employment and support.
  • Advised clients on job searching, interviewing and resume writing techniques to increase employment chances.
  • Provided clients with on-the-job training and employment related support to maintain and retain employment.

Self Employed

In-Home Childcare
11.2016 - 10.2022

Job overview

  • Obtained CPR and First Aid certifications.
  • Prepared nutritious meals and snacks for children to maintain balanced diets.
  • Maintained safe, educational, and enriching environment for children.
  • Transported children to and from activities safely.
  • Cared for children with special needs.

Dept. Of Agriculture/Forest Service

Social Services Assistant & Substitute Instructor
05.2013 - 11.2016

Job overview

  • Residential Advisor to 50-200 at-risk youth within a federal education and job training program. High level of responsibility.
  • Maintained a positive, safe, and educational milieu to promote student participation and completion of the program.
  • Social skills and employability training, counseling, conflict resolution, and transportation.

Self-Employed

Elderly Caregiver
11.2008 - 08.2013

Job overview

  • Administered medications following prescribed instructions to alleviate symptoms and discomfort, monitoring client reactions.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans to cater to client needs and better assist.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, household chores, transportation, and recreation.

Education

Weber State University
, Ogden, UT

Bachelor of Science from Social Work & Anthropology

University Overview

116 credit hours, three classes until my B.A. is complete. Major GPA of 3.5

Skills

  • Leadership, supervision, and management
  • Small and large group facilitation
  • Public speaking
  • Conflict resolution
  • Diversity
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Critical thinking and creative problem solving
  • Accurate record keeping

Timeline

Employment Specialist

Community Inclusion Via Office Of Vocational Rehab
10.2022 - Current

In-Home Childcare

Self Employed
11.2016 - 10.2022

Social Services Assistant & Substitute Instructor

Dept. Of Agriculture/Forest Service
05.2013 - 11.2016

Elderly Caregiver

Self-Employed
11.2008 - 08.2013

Weber State University

Bachelor of Science from Social Work & Anthropology
Summer Knaak