Tenisha Whitford
Detroit ,MI
Summary
Hardworking Youth Specialist offering years of experience working with children. Well-versed in individual assistance and group interventions. Excellent communication and relationship building abilities. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Specialist
Vista Maria Residential
11.2021 - Current
- Planned and executed activities to promote skill and talent development.
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
- Established strong relationships with community partners to provide additional resources and opportunities for youth participants.
- Observed individual behaviors and suspect actions, and reported issues to supervisory staff.
- Maintained safety and security of youth under care.
- Delivered youth transitional assistance in areas of education, life skills and career development.
Youth Leader
Detroit Behavioral Institute
05.2020 - 11.2021
- Served as a positive role model for young individuals, demonstrating responsible decision-making skills and ethical behavior.
- Collaborated with other Youth Leaders to create a safe and inclusive environment for all participants.
- Encouraged youth to explore talents and interests, and assisted in developing individualized plans to foster personal growth.
- Developed rapport with young participants, providing support and guidance in their personal challenges.
- Facilitated discussions between youth and adults to bridge generational gaps and foster understanding.
- Enhanced youth engagement by incorporating interactive games and team-building activities.
- Mentored young individuals, emphasizing the importance of goal-setting and selfimprovement.
- Coordinated and led weekly youth meetings, facilitating conversations and activities to promote team building and leadership development.
- Mentored and coached youth in developing communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Maintained good relationships with parents through regular communication and active participation in planned activities.
- Coached, instructed and supervised participating youths through collaborative efforts with like-minded, creative, and poised team members.
Custodian
Aramark
03.2019 - 04.2021
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness in outdoor spaces through regular trash removal, sweeping, and landscaping duties.
Thrift Store Manager
Value World
08.2015 - 03.2019
- Implemented loss prevention measures to reduce shrinkage rates and protect store assets.
- Boosted customer satisfaction through excellent service, attentive listening, and timely resolution of concerns.
- Improved store efficiency by implementing effective inventory management and organization systems.
- Monitored sales trends and adjusted merchandise displays accordingly to maximize product visibility and drive sales growth.
- Managed daily store operations for smooth functioning, including opening and closing procedures, cash handling, and staff scheduling.
- Developed strong relationships with local organizations for successful donation drives and charity partnerships.
- Enhanced store appearance by maintaining a clean, organized space that appealed to customers and encouraged browsing.
Warehouse Associate
FedEx
10.2018 - 02.2019
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as Number pounds.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including receiving, shipping, or inventory control duties.
Education
Beauty School
P&A Scholars Beauty School
Ferndale, MI03.2015
HighSchool Diploma -
Old Redford Academy - High School
Detroit, MI06.1999
Skills
Behavior Management
Certification
CNA certification
Timeline
Youth Specialist
Vista Maria Residential
11.2021 - Current
Youth Leader
Detroit Behavioral Institute
05.2020 - 11.2021
Custodian
Aramark
03.2019 - 04.2021
Warehouse Associate
FedEx
10.2018 - 02.2019
Thrift Store Manager
Value World
08.2015 - 03.2019
Beauty School
P&A Scholars Beauty School
HighSchool Diploma -
Old Redford Academy - High School
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