Valeeria Scavella
Land O' Lakes,FL
Summary
Resourceful and self-directed Activities Coordinator assists with developing and organizing resources to offer high-quality activities designed to meet physical, mental and psycho-social well-being of residents in assisted living community. Demonstrates competence in conducting activities for individuals and groups. Stimulates interest of residents with enthusiasm and compassion to set measurable participation goals within plan of care. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Experienced Office Management and Administration Professional experienced optimizing productivity, efficiency and service quality across various environments. Highly dependable, ethical and reliable support specialist and leader that blends advanced organizational, technical and business acumen. Works effectively with cross-functional teams in ensuring operational and service excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Enrichment Coordinator/ Volunteer Coordinator
Wellspring Living
04.2011 - 05.2021
- Enhanced student enrichment by developing and implementing diverse programs tailored to individual interests and needs.
- Boosted student participation in extracurricular activities through effective communication and promotion of available opportunities.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators, and parents to identify areas for improvement in student engagement and enrichment programs.
- Streamlined processes for event planning and coordination, resulting in more efficient use of resources and increased attendance at events.
- Conducted regular assessments of student progress, adjusting enrichment strategies accordingly to maximize effectiveness.
- Established partnerships with community organizations to provide additional resources and opportunities for students outside classroom setting.
- Developed comprehensive calendar of events and workshops that catered to wide range of interests, promoting lifelong learning among students.
- Trained volunteers and staff members in best practices for supporting student growth in safe, nurturing environment.
- Evaluated success of each program meticulously, making data-driven decisions regarding future initiatives based on this information.
- Served as liaison between various stakeholders within school community, ensuring clear communication around goals, expectations, and outcomes for enrichment efforts.
- Implemented creative problem-solving techniques when faced with challenges or obstacles in program planning or execution.
- Managed approximately 40 incoming calls, emails and faxes from stakeholders per day.
Adoption Counselor - Part-time
Open Door Adoption Agency
01.2009 - 02.2015
- Enhanced the adoption process by conducting thorough interviews and assessments of potential adoptive families.
- Streamlined communication between birth parents, adoptive parents, and legal teams for smoother transitions.
- Assisted in matching children with suitable adoptive families through careful evaluation of needs and backgrounds.
- Provided ongoing support to adoptive families by offering counseling and guidance during adjustment period.
- Maintained accurate records for each client, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Established strong relationships with community partners to increase awareness of available adoption resources.
- Conducted home studies to evaluate the suitability of prospective adoptive families'' living environments for children in need.
- Managed caseloads efficiently by regularly updating progress notes, documentation, and reports in a timely manner.
- Supported birth parents through difficult decision-making processes while ensuring their rights were protected throughout the adoption journey.
- Offered post-adoption services including counseling referrals and support groups to address ongoing needs within adopted families over time.
- Contributed to creating culturally sensitive materials that reflected diverse perspectives of both birth parents and adoptive families involved in the process.
- Mentored new Adoption Counselors as they acclimated to their roles, sharing best practices and valuable insights gained from years of experience.
- Connected adoptive families with relevant community resources for additional support, such as educational programs and financial assistance opportunities.
- Facilitated family meetings to ensure communication and collaboration between family members.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of families to identify needs and develop treatment plans.
- Managed 5 adoption families per month.
Co-Owner
Apollo Cleaning Services
06.2006 - 02.2011
- Enhanced business operations by implementing efficient management strategies and streamlining processes.
- Increased overall profitability by identifying cost-saving measures and optimizing resource allocation.
- Developed strong company culture, fostering teamwork and collaboration among staff members.
- Implemented innovative marketing campaigns to expand customer base and increase brand awareness.
- Managed day-to-day operations efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping for financial transactions, maintaining organized documentation for easy reference during audits or other inquiries.
- Cultivated safe working environment by adhering to workplace safety policies and providing necessary resources for employee well being.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Managed cleaning services for 7 commercial building sites.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA05.1978
Skills
- Activity Planning
- Public Speaking
- Conflict Resolution
- Interpersonal Skills
- Negotiation
- Customer Service
- Team building
- Excellent Communication
- Program Development
- Resident support
- Curriculum Design
- Team Management
Certification
- Life Coach, Georgia Certified Life Coach Academy
- Certificate in Church-Based Counseling, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary
- Cultural Diversity, Georgia State University
- Voice Over Certification, Clayton State University
Timeline
Enrichment Coordinator/ Volunteer Coordinator
Wellspring Living
04.2011 - 05.2021
Adoption Counselor - Part-time
Open Door Adoption Agency
01.2009 - 02.2015
Co-Owner
Apollo Cleaning Services
06.2006 - 02.2011
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Virginia State University
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