Xavier Thierry
Edwards,MS
Summary
Enthusiastic professional committed to personal and academic development of student residents. Proven team leader with exceptional knowledge of campus life. Dependable with commitment to personal growth of others.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Advisor
Methodist Children's Home
Jackson, MS
04.2022 - Current
- Provided guidance and support to students in a residential setting.
- Facilitated programs such as study sessions, movie nights, and intramural sports activities.
- Conducted weekly meetings with residents to discuss issues and plan events.
- Developed strategies for conflict resolution among residents.
- Conducted regular room inspections to ensure that all safety standards were being met.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary to address behavioral issues or emergencies.
- Advocated for student needs through collaboration with other departments on campus.
- Responded promptly to requests from students concerning their housing needs or concerns.
- Assisted with administrative tasks related to managing the daily operations of a residence.
- Reported illnesses, emergencies, and crisis situations immediately to professionals for assistance.
- Established professional rapport with residents, building lasting relationships with people of various ages and from different cultures.
- Developed and deepened relationships with residents and fellow staff.
- Conducted regular room inspections to maintain health and safety standards.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to residents, referring them to campus resources when necessary.
- Monitored and enforced residence policies to ensure a safe and secure living environment.
- Maintained detailed records of resident interactions, incidents, and program attendance.
- Conducted regular rounds to keep residents and areas safe and secure.
- Administered, coordinated or recommended disciplinary and corrective actions.
- Counseled students in handling family, financial and educational problems.
- Completed daily resident welfare checks and coordinated with facility staff to meet resident needs.
Grounds Maintenance Worker
Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation
La Cienega, CA
06.2006 - 09.2019
- Performed routine maintenance on all turf grass areas including aeration, fertilization, seeding and pesticide applications.
- Cleared debris from sidewalks, driveways and parking lots using hand tools or power equipment.
- Installed new landscaping features such as flower beds, shrubs and trees in accordance with design plans.
- Weeded gardens by hand or with the use of herbicides; mulched flower beds to retain moisture.
- Assisted in the installation of irrigation systems; operated pumps to regulate water flow through sprinklers.
- Kept outdoor spaces looking clean and inviting with regular removal of leaves, sticks and other debris.
- Mowed and trimmed yards every weekly in line with maintenance standards.
- Installed and maintained automatic irrigation systems for optimal care of lawns and bedding plants.
- Monitored health of plants and trees, treating issues such as pests or disease to prevent spread.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
- Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
- Advised customers on plant, flower or shrubbery care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Los Angeles Southwest College
Los Angeles, CASkills
- Residential care
- Crisis Management
- Client Transportation
- Daily living assistance
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Academic Support
Affiliations
Fishing, basketball, traveling, drawing,
Timeline
Residential Advisor
Methodist Children's Home
04.2022 - Current
Grounds Maintenance Worker
Los Angeles County Parks and Recreation
06.2006 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
Los Angeles Southwest College
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