Darrius Merricks
Mattapan
Summary
Versatile and dynamic professional with a proven track record at YMCA Child Development Center, excelling in child supervision and problem-solving. Demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and positive engagement, enhancing customer service and operational efficiency. Skilled in peer mentoring and time management, adept at leading by example and driving results.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Camp Counselor
YMCA Child Development Center
06.2022 - Current
- Guided campers in developing social skills, fostering friendships and teamwork.
- Designed creative activities by incorporating camper interests for maximizing engagement.
- Encouraged participation through interactive discussions to build camper enthusiasm.
- Conducted regular checks for identifying potential hazards to ensure camper safety.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
Food Service Worker
Franklin Park Zoo
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Maintained safety standards by properly handling food and adhering to sanitation guidelines.
- Supported team members during peak hours, ensuring smooth operations and minimal wait times for customers.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Prepared and served various food and drink items to customer specifications in fast-paced environments.
- Replenished condiments, beverages, and supplies while maintaining cleanliness of service areas.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with customers to enhance service.
Sales Associate
Foot Locker
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Education
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth
05-2027
High School Diploma -
Brooke High
Dorchester05-2023
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Positive engagement
- Team leadership
- Child supervision
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
- Peer mentoring
- Life skills development
Certification
- CPRAEDFirst Aid for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers – American Red Cross.
- Child Development Associate Credential™(CDA)- Council for Professional Recognition.
Timeline
Sales Associate
Foot Locker
11.2022 - 02.2023
Camp Counselor
YMCA Child Development Center
06.2022 - Current
Food Service Worker
Franklin Park Zoo
05.2022 - 08.2023
- CPRAEDFirst Aid for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers – American Red Cross.
- Child Development Associate Credential™(CDA)- Council for Professional Recognition.
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth
High School Diploma -
Brooke High
Similar Profiles
Delilah McCarthyDelilah McCarthy
Before and After School Care Assistant at YMCA Child Development CenterBefore and After School Care Assistant at YMCA Child Development Center
Ivori WilliamsIvori Williams
Youth Counselor at YMCA Child Development CenterYouth Counselor at YMCA Child Development Center
Jomaris RodriguezJomaris Rodriguez
Co-Teacher at YMCA Child Development CenterCo-Teacher at YMCA Child Development Center