TaMaya Travis
Madison,Wisconsin
Summary
Conscientious professional with extensive experience advocating for social and economic well-being of individuals and families. Skilled at providing guidance, support and assistance. Strong communication and management skills and committed to inspiring community service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Bilingual System Navigator
Outreach Inc
05.2024 - Current
- Supported over 90% of youth participants in obtaining stable housing within three months of enrollment.
- Provided bilingual case management, system navigation, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness or trafficking.
- Developed partnerships with housing agencies and youth-serving organizations.
- Coordinated Dane County Youth Action Board participation in nine national and regional conferences.
- Planned a Young Adult Gala celebrating youth leadership and empowerment.
- Applied lived experience to provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed support.
Cashier Assistant
Walgreens
02.2021 - 10.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Wanda Fullmore Paid internship
Commonwealth Development Group
03.2019 - 10.2020
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Gained funding for a translation housing program for Youth exiting foster care and the justice system
- Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
Discovery Guide
Madison Childrens Museum
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Enhanced visitor experience by providing engaging and informative tours of museum exhibits.
- Assisted in budget management for various museum departments or projects to ensure responsible allocation of resources towards achieving organizational goals.
Education
Associate of Science - Spanish Language And Literature
UW - Madison
Madison, WI06-2022
Madison East High School
Madison, WI06.2022
Skills
- Bilingual
- Analytical problem-solving
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Patience and Empathy
- Critical Thinking
- Attentive listening ability
- Consistently meets deadlines
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Bilingual System Navigator
Outreach Inc
05.2024 - Current
Cashier Assistant
Walgreens
02.2021 - 10.2022
Wanda Fullmore Paid internship
Commonwealth Development Group
03.2019 - 10.2020
Discovery Guide
Madison Childrens Museum
01.2019 - 03.2020
Madison East High School
Associate of Science - Spanish Language And Literature
UW - Madison
Volunteer Experience
- Travis residence, 01/2014, present, Set up and clean up, Helped with teaching
- Girls inc. Black Girl Magic conference, 2014, present
Extracurricular Activities
Volleyball Track Sisterhood leadership Black Student Union Girls Inc. GEAC Seal of Biliteracy Student government Varsity basketball Superintendent student advisor
Training
- Fall 2018, Participating in a 2-week job training program that focused on building skills to have successful employment
- Fitness Youth Initiative training -present
- Wanda Fullmore Paid Internship