Valerie Torres
White Plains,NY
Summary
I'm a Junior in college who is highly-motivated student with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. I enjoy working and communicating with others.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Counselor
Mohawk Day Camps
White Plains, New York
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided leadership, guidance and supervision to counseling staff.
- Maintained client records and documented progress in accordance with professional standards.
- Created an environment conducive to learning by implementing positive reinforcement strategies.
- Coordinated and led group activities for campers and counselors.
- Enforced discipline and policies to protect safety of recreational activity participants.
- Tracked attendance, checking off present individuals.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure the safety of all campers in a variety of outdoor settings.
Head Counselor
North Castle Recreation
Armonk, NY
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Monitored activities of groups of children in order to provide a safe atmosphere at all times.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, health information, emergency contacts.
Sales Associate
Innogoods
White Plains, NY
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
Camp Counselor
White Plains Youth Bureau
White Plains, NY
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Cultivated effective relationships with campers, parents and other camp counselors by utilizing active listening and dynamic interpersonal skills.
- Tracked attendance, checking off present individuals.
- Enforced COVID-19 safety procedures and protocols before, during and post-camp to enhance wellness.
- Promoted fun, safe and inclusive environment by monitoring activity of campers to identify and address behavioral issues.
- Met with staff to discuss rules, regulations and work-related problems.
- Helped participants enjoy activities while ensuring adherence to protocol.
Education
Public Relations
SUNY College At Plattsburgh
Plattsburgh, NY05-2026
High School Diploma -
White Plains High School
06.2022
Skills
- Organizational Skills
- Teamwork Time Management
- Creative vision development
- Customer Service
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Store Opening and Closing
- Merchandising Knowledge
- Design background
- communication skills
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- A member of Alpha Epsilon Phi
Held Positions
- Historian and Vice President of Risk Management
- Active involvement in the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric Aids Foundation
Certification
- Narcan Certified 2024
Timeline
Lead Counselor
Mohawk Day Camps
06.2024 - 08.2024
Head Counselor
North Castle Recreation
07.2023 - 08.2023
Sales Associate
Innogoods
10.2021 - 07.2022
Camp Counselor
White Plains Youth Bureau
06.2021 - 08.2021
Public Relations
SUNY College At Plattsburgh
High School Diploma -
White Plains High School
- Narcan Certified 2024
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