Overview
Work History
Education
Certification
Timeline
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Topher Bashant

Morristown

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Programs Specialist & Trips Coordinator

YMCA Camp Bernie
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Designed and implemented program schedule for all of staff to know where they were needed and when.
  • Completed regular safety checks of activities and equipment.
  • Provided set-up and breakdown of all programs.
  • Worked closely with Overnight Camp Director on designing and implementing camp activities.
  • Prepared schedules for all in camp activities.
  • Stepped in for specific age group counselors as needed.
  • Planned and led multiple trips throughout the summer.


Outdoor Education Instructor

YMCA Camp Bernie
06.2022 - 05.2024
  • Collaborated effectively with fellow instructors to enhance program offerings and improve overall participant experience.
  • Facilitated meaningful connections between students and nature with immersive outdoor experiences tailored to individual interests and abilities.
  • Enhanced participants outdoor skills by providing hands-on instruction in activities such as team building , multiple different challenge course elements, archery, and dirt bikes.
  • Specialized in facilitating all challenge course activities as well as archery.

Unit Leader, Overnight Camp

YMCA Camp Bernie
06.2022 - 08.2023
  • Supervised all counselors for oldest group of campers.
  • Prepared schedules for each group to follow.
  • Communicated with parents and families about their child's progress at camp.
  • Led weekly staff meetings for all counselors within unit.
  • Managed behavioral issues for both staff and campers.
  • Facilitated mid-summer and end of summer staff evaluations.

A Squared Management

Pool Attendant
05.2021 - 09.2021

● Maintained online check in system.

● Performed daily pool maintenance.

Senior Overnight Camp Counselor

YMCA Camp Bernie
06.2019 - 08.2021
  • Received high marks on performance evaluations for strong leadership skills and ability to connect with campers.
  • Built trust among my assigned group of children by consistently enforcing rules fairly.
  • Provided emotional support for homesick or struggling campers, helping them adjust to the overnight camp environment successfully.

Cashier

Shop Rite Supermarket
05.2020 - 10.2020
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.

Junior Overnight Camp Counselor

YMCA Camp Bernie
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Maintained high levels of energy and enthusiasm throughout long days filled with various activities, ensuring consistent engagement from all participants.
  • Reinforced positive behavior among campers through consistent praise and recognition of individual accomplishments while also addressing any inappropriate actions in a constructive manner.

Education

Theatre Arts

Salve Regina University
Newport, RI

Certification

Waterfront Lifeguard, CPR & First Aid

Timeline

Programs Specialist & Trips Coordinator

YMCA Camp Bernie
05.2024 - 08.2024

Outdoor Education Instructor

YMCA Camp Bernie
06.2022 - 05.2024

Unit Leader, Overnight Camp

YMCA Camp Bernie
06.2022 - 08.2023

A Squared Management

Pool Attendant
05.2021 - 09.2021

Cashier

Shop Rite Supermarket
05.2020 - 10.2020

Senior Overnight Camp Counselor

YMCA Camp Bernie
06.2019 - 08.2021

Junior Overnight Camp Counselor

YMCA Camp Bernie
06.2018 - 08.2018

Waterfront Lifeguard, CPR & First Aid

Theatre Arts

Salve Regina University
Topher Bashant