Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteer Experience
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Languages
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Xavier Berthon

Rohnert Park,CA

Summary

Proactive political science student with excellent communication, documentation and research skills. Excited to gain invaluable knowledge at your institution in pursuit of a law degree.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

After-School Program Assistant

YMCA
Santa Rosa, California
08.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of after-school activities.
  • Organized and facilitated recreational activities for students.
  • Monitored student behavior to ensure a safe environment.
  • Supervised students while they completed their homework assignments.
  • Provided academic assistance when needed.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during activities.
  • Helped maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and other data related to program participants.
  • Collaborated with teachers and school administrators to ensure program objectives were met.
  • Facilitated communication between students, staff, and parents and guardians as necessary.
  • Encouraged positive social interactions among participants in group settings.
  • Assisted in resolving conflicts between participants in a calm, respectful manner.
  • Contributed ideas for new programs or activities based on participant feedback.
  • Worked cooperatively with colleagues on team projects as needed.

Customer Advocate

Target Corp.
Santa Rosa, CA
12.2022 - 08.2023
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • Collaborated with colleagues across multiple departments to resolve customer issues quickly and efficiently.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to the handling of personal information.
  • Conducted price checks for special orders or discounts as requested by customers.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations within the store environment.
  • Performed other duties as assigned by management.
  • Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card, issued receipts and provided change.
  • Answered customer questions and provided store information.

Lifeguard

Allan Witt Aquatic Center
Fairfield, CA
02.2020 - 02.2021
  • Provided assistance to swimmers of varying skill levels.
  • Enforced all safety regulations and posted rules for patrons.
  • Reported any unsafe conditions or suspicious activity to management immediately.
  • Monitored behaviors for safety violations and took steps to prevent further violations.
  • Complied consistently with pool regulations and policies while encouraging staff to adhere to guidelines.
  • Kept equipment in good working order with frequent inspections and minor repairs.
  • BLS and First Aid Certification

Education

Pursuing Bachelor’s Degree - Political Science

Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA
05.2024

Transferred Credits to Sonoma State University - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)

Saint Mary’s College of California
Moraga, CA
05.2022

High School Diploma -

Dixon High School
05.2020

Skills

  • Problem-Solving
  • Friendly and Respectful
  • Punctual and Reliable
  • Creative Thinking
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Analytical
  • Legal Documentation
  • Relationship Building and Rapport
  • Client Relations
  • Telephone Etiquette
  • Research
  • Data Entry
  • Case Management

Volunteer Experience

  • California Homemakers’ Association, Volunteer Systems Coordinator 2022-2023. Responsible for recruitment and organization of volunteers within the labor organization
  • Legal Aid of Sonoma County Santa Rosa, CA 2023, Summer. Assisted reception with intake of new clients and case management.
  • Journalism Internship for WhoWhatWhy, Summer 2022-Author covering international human rights abuses against ethnic and religious minorities

Affiliations

  • Men's Rugby Sonoma State and Santa Rosa, CA 2022-2023- rugby club team member
  • Men's Rugby Saint Mary's College of California 2020-2021- rugby club team member

Accomplishments

  • Oxford Consortium on Human Rights March 2024- One of three delegates selected from the political science department at Sonoma State University for one week in England.
  • Merit Scholarship St Mary's College of California 2020-2022

Languages

Spanish
Professional
French
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

After-School Program Assistant

YMCA
08.2023 - Current

Customer Advocate

Target Corp.
12.2022 - 08.2023

Lifeguard

Allan Witt Aquatic Center
02.2020 - 02.2021

Pursuing Bachelor’s Degree - Political Science

Sonoma State University

Transferred Credits to Sonoma State University - Engineering (Pre-Engineering)

Saint Mary’s College of California

High School Diploma -

Dixon High School
Xavier Berthon