T'Angelo Ford
Kenosha,WI
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Treasurer/Advisory Board Member/Peer Advocate
Pathfinders
Milwaukee, WI
04.2024 - Current
- Work with Youth and Young Adults.
- Facilitated group discussions, activities, and workshops for youths on a variety of topics.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to youths in difficult situations.
- Organized recreational activities such as sports, games, field trips, and arts and crafts.
- Assisted with the development of individual plans for each youth's academic success.
- Maintained records of program services provided to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with other professionals to provide comprehensive services to clients.
- Monitored attendance and progress of participants in programs.
- Educated parents and guardians on available resources in the community that could benefit their child.
- Conducted assessments of needs and risk factors among participants in order to develop appropriate interventions.
- Developed positive relationships with clients by providing encouragement and support.
- Assisted youths in developing life skills such as problem solving, communication, decision-making.
- Implemented crisis management protocols when needed during emergency situations involving young people.
- Participated in regular meetings with staff members to discuss program goals and objectives.
- Encouraged youth participation in civic engagement opportunities within their communities.
- Researched new methods for engaging youth which would result in better outcomes.
- Evaluated data gathered from surveys and interviews conducted with participants regarding program effectiveness.
- Used calm, positive, and encouraging approach with youth.
- Supervised youth recreational activities and facilitated workshops surrounding self-development, education and employment.
- Supported youth with nurturing and caring assistance focused on empowering and positive independence.
- Offered key emotional support to special needs youth.
- Modeled positive behavior for residents by providing leadership and positive interactions.
- Discussed available program services with potential participants and outlined procedures to facilitate smooth engagement in program processes.
- Collaborated with counselors to communicate relevant information.
- Directed activities to foster social and emotional development for at-risk youth.
- Maintained lists of resources helpful to clients.
- Achieved established program plan goals by developing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, court officials, and educators.
- Directed activities to promote growth in mental, emotional and educational areas.
- Researched and developed program initiatives to better serve client population base.
- Maintained detailed records of youth attendance, participation, and progress.
- Advocated for youth needs and interests in community and policy-making forums.
- Assisted with homework and provided tutoring in subjects as required.
- Prepared and delivered presentations to stakeholders on program outcomes and successes.
- Conducted outreach to identify at-risk youths and connect them with appropriate support services.
- Facilitated group sessions and workshops focusing on life skills, such as communication, leadership, and decision-making.
- Collaborated with schools, families, and community organizations to support youth development and access to resources.
- Implemented strategies for conflict resolution and peer mediation within youth groups.
- Designed and led recreational activities that foster teamwork, physical health, and social interaction.
- Provided individual support and mentorship to youths facing personal, academic, or social challenges
- Coordinated community service projects, encouraging youth participation and civic responsibility.
- Built partnerships with related organizations to develop support and gain greater attention for important issues.
In-Home Caregiver
Todd's In-home Care
Kenosha, WI
03.2018 - 05.2018
- Provided personal care and companionship to elderly individuals in their homes.
- Assisted with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating.
- Assisted clients with prescribed exercises.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, dusting and vacuuming.
- Planned nutritious meals and snacks according to dietary guidelines.
- Organized client medications for timely administration.
- Observed physical and mental condition of clients and reported any changes to supervisor.
- Encouraged social interaction among clients through conversation or participation in activities.
- Accompanied clients on errands or outings for shopping or leisure activities.
- Provided emotional support by listening attentively to concerns expressed by clients.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations in a calm manner.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided and other relevant information.
- Adhered to safety standards while providing care in the home setting.
- Respected client privacy rights at all times when providing services.
- Followed agency policies and procedures when delivering care.
- Ensured that all equipment used is properly functioning before use.
- Maintained a clean work environment throughout shift.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Ran errands for clients and drove to appointments to maintain wellness and support daily living needs.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Prepared high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.
- Documented client progress in charts and logbooks.
- Monitored client's well-being, safety and comfort under physician direction.
- Greeted patients and families with enthusiastic, compassionate attitude to establish long-term professional relationships.
- Interacted with patients through games and fun activities to boost mood and improve overall memory.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Assisted patients with personal care to alleviate burden on family members.
- Observed patient vital signs and medication reactions and reported health concerns or behavioral changes.
Warehouse Worker
Fair Oaks
Kenosha, WI
06.2016 - 08.2016
- Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
- Assembled orders according to customer requests.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Inspected damaged goods prior to disposal or return to vendor.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machines
- Identified discrepancies between physical count and computer data.
- Transported goods to designated areas within the warehouse facility.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.
- Assisted in packaging and labeling of products for shipment.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Tagged and wrote identifying information on containers, boxes and cargo.
- Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
- Cleaned empty storage areas to achieve proper sanitation regulations and make area fit for future use.
- Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
- Coordinated cargo unloading with other workers to achieve efficient and safe transportation.
- Loaded cargo onto transportation devices and attached affixing tools to achieve safe transportation.
- Collaborated with other movers when loading large equipment to prevent potential accidents.
- Secured items in truck by strapping over protective padding.
- Checked cargo before transportation and determined if items adhered to proper regulation standards.
- Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
- Carried necessary tools and supplies to transportation vehicles and returned to proper storage areas after use.
Landscape Worker
Boys and Girls Club
Kenosha, WI
06.2012 - 09.2012
- Maintained irrigation systems by adjusting valves, repairing broken sprinkler heads, and replacing worn parts.
- Assisted in planting trees and shrubs according to landscape design plans.
- Created hardscapes such as patios, retaining walls, and walkways using bricks, concrete blocks, and pavers.
- Installed rocks, mulch beds and other decorative elements to enhance the look of landscapes.
- Inspected sites regularly to identify potential problems with soil erosion or drainage issues.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks for transport to job sites.
- Performed routine maintenance on all types of landscaping equipment.
- Organized supplies before beginning each project to ensure availability of necessary items.
- Cultivated soil prior to planting trees or flowers in order to create ideal growing conditions.
- Trimmed hedges and bushes into desired shapes using pruning shears or hedge trimmers.
- Laid sod pieces over prepared areas of soil in order to establish new lawns.
- Weeded flowerbeds and spread fertilizer throughout gardens as needed.
- Constructed fences around properties in order to provide privacy or security.
- Moved soil, dug holes and planted trees, shrubs and flowers.
Education
Hillcrest High School
Kenosha, WISkills
- Strategic Financial Management
- Excel expertise
- Excel proficiency
- Financial data evaluation
Timeline
Treasurer/Advisory Board Member/Peer Advocate
Pathfinders
04.2024 - Current
In-Home Caregiver
Todd's In-home Care
03.2018 - 05.2018
Warehouse Worker
Fair Oaks
06.2016 - 08.2016
Landscape Worker
Boys and Girls Club
06.2012 - 09.2012
Hillcrest High School