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Xavier Starks

Schaumburg,IL

Summary

Highly-organized professional talented in promoting safety, activity engagement and positive behavior. Collaborate effectively with colleagues to generate innovative ideas and resolutions to complex problems. I believe that I am a versatile worker with background in developing and implementing engaging programs for diverse community groups. Skilled in promoting physical health, social interaction, and lifelong leisure skills through carefully curated activities. Demonstrated ability to adapt programming to meet the needs of participants and ensure high levels of satisfaction and participation. Improved community engagement by consistently delivering enjoyable and inclusive recreational experiences.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Retail Worker

Macy's
Skokie, IL
08.2023 - 03.2024
  • Greeted customers, identified their needs, and assisted with product selection.
  • Maintained an organized store environment by restocking shelves and organizing displays.
  • Performed daily opening and closing procedures for the store, including setting up displays, cleaning shelves, and counting money.
  • Maintained cleanliness of store by sweeping floors, dusting surfaces, emptying trash cans, and mopping spills.
  • Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers, and enhance sales.
  • Supported other departments within the store when needed during busy periods or shortages in staff.
  • Initiated friendly conversations with customers to determine the level of assistance required.

Camp Counselor

Robert Crown Center For Health
Evanston, IL
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Organized and supervised camp activities such as swimming, canoeing, arts and crafts, hikes, and sports.
  • Facilitated group problem-solving discussions to build positive relationships among campers.
  • Provided guidance and support to ensure the safety of all campers in a variety of outdoor settings.
  • Maintained accurate records including daily attendance logs, incident reports, and medical forms.
  • Conducted pre-camp orientation sessions for new campers and parents.
  • Managed inventory of camping supplies such as tents, sleeping bags, cooking utensils.

Education

Radiography -

William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL
05-2024

Skills

  • Peer Mentoring
  • Emergency Response
  • Child Supervision
  • Group activity implementation
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Activity Planning
  • Parental Communication
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Decision-Making
  • Problem-Solving

Certification

  • CPR Trained

Timeline

Camp Counselor

Robert Crown Center For Health
05.2024 - 08.2024

Retail Worker

Macy's
08.2023 - 03.2024

Radiography -

William Rainey Harper College
Xavier Starks