Walker Lavoie
Milford,Maine
Summary
Skilled in individual counseling and team collaboration, I've significantly contributed to the Bridgton Recreation Department by organizing events that foster positive youth development. My experience spans from crisis intervention to enhancing school environments, demonstrating a commitment to multicultural competence and youth advocacy, with a notable achievement in increasing program visibility and access. Conscientious Youth Counselor with program development and coordination experience. Strongly rooted in integrity and effective communication. Dedicated to fostering youth success and progress.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Development Counselor
Bridgton Recreation Department
03.2022 - 08.2024
- Provided crisis intervention services, effectively resolving conflicts and maintaining a safe environment for all participants.
- Organized various events and workshops to promote positive youth development, including career exploration and life skills training.
- Conducted outreach efforts to increase program visibility within the community and expand access to available resources for youths in need.
- Maintained a welcoming and safe environment for children ages K-16 to engage with one another and provided a learning atmosphere where all could feel seen and respected.
- Assisted in developing strategic plans for the organization''s youth programs, aligning goals with overall mission objectives.
Babysitter
Independent
01.2019 - 08.2024
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
Volunteer
Sebago Food Pantry & Warming Hut
02.2022 - 07.2024
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
- Coordinated food drives for improved local food bank stock levels.
- Organized various level of clothing items from jacets to infant socks.
School Custodian
Sebago Elementary School
08.2023 - 06.2024
- Enhanced school cleanliness by performing daily custodial tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Promoted a healthy learning environment by disinfecting classrooms, restrooms, and common areas on a consistent schedule.
- Completed specialized deep-cleaning projects during summer breaks to prepare the facility for the upcoming academic year.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Assisted with minor maintenance tasks such as changing light bulbs, repairing fixtures, and painting walls to keep the facility in good condition.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to address specific cleaning requests or concerns in their respective areas.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Supported school events by setting up and breaking down furniture, equipment, and decorations as needed.
- Facilitated a secure campus atmosphere by locking doors after hours while following all security protocols laid out by administrators.
- Received recognition from administration for dedication to maintaining a clean and safe learning environment for students, faculty, and staff.
- Reduced material waste by implementing a recycling program for paper, plastic, and aluminum products in collaboration with school administration.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lake Region High School
Naples, ME05-2022
No Degree - Psychology
Saint Josephs College of Maine
Standish05-2026
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
University of Maine
Orono, ME05-2026
Skills
- Professional boundaries
- Positive Reinforcement
- Multicultural Competence
- Family engagement
- Youth Advocacy
- Individual Counseling
- Creative Expression
- Youth supervision
- Youth guidance
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
School Custodian
Sebago Elementary School
08.2023 - 06.2024
Youth Development Counselor
Bridgton Recreation Department
03.2022 - 08.2024
Volunteer
Sebago Food Pantry & Warming Hut
02.2022 - 07.2024
Babysitter
Independent
01.2019 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Lake Region High School
No Degree - Psychology
Saint Josephs College of Maine
Bachelor of Social Work - Social Work
University of Maine
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