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Work History
Education
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Yadira Velazquez

Houston,Tx

Summary

Compassionate, motivated, and positive individual with a strong sense of reliability and responsibility. Dedicated to actively contributing to the mission, vision, and values of the company. Experienced in working with children and youth across various age groups, from early childhood through the teenage years. Skilled in ensuring the safety and well-being of adolescents while providing them with proper care. Proficient in handling crisis situations and demonstrating empathy towards juveniles from diverse backgrounds.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Youth care worker

Southwest Keys Program
10.2022 - Current
  • Act as a mentor and set a positive example
  • Oversee and encourage resident participation in group activities
  • Encourage completion of daily chores and personal hygiene tasks
  • Provide one-on-one supervision or support as needed
  • Document and report any changes in behavior
  • Report any incident that may affect the safety of the resident
  • Maintain a safe and healthy environment.

Home healthcare provider

Holistic Home Health Care
01.2013 - 05.2015
  • Performed basic health care services
  • Helped with general light housekeeping
  • Worked with nurse and healthcare providers
  • Observed and reported patient conditions
  • Accompanied patient to doctor appointments
  • Helped with dressing, bathing, and meal prepping
  • Assisted with transportation arrangements as needed

Insurance agent

Auto Insurance Discounters
03.2003 - 08.2009
  • Responsible for offering a wide variety of insurance policies
  • Served as a liaison between customers, brokers, and insurance companies
  • Coordinated new and established customers with plans
  • Provided excellent customer service to clients via phone, in person, and in writing
  • Completed quotes for customers

Education

Associate degree in Respiratory Care -

San Jacinto College
Pasadena, Tx
01.2021

Associate degree in Communications -

San Jacinto College
Pasadena, Tx
01.2019

Skills

  • Fluent in English and Spanish
  • Youth supervision
  • Multicultural Sensitivity
  • Behavior Management
  • Self-Care Techniques

Certification

  • Crisis Prevention intervention
  • Basic Life Support

Volunteer History

Sunday School Teacher, 2002-2010

Iglesia Nueva Vida

  • Developing Lesson plans on religious texts
  • Teaching student about the the principles and doctrine of their faith
  • Facilitating group discussions and encouraging students to participate
  • Providing safe and nurturing environment for students to learn and grow in their faith
  • Organizing and leading activities that help students understand the teachings
  • Ensuring that the classroom remains a respectful and positive environment for all students


Youth Pastor Assistant, 2016-2018

The Life Church

  • Providing vision direction and oversight to the youth and outreach programs of the church
  • Assisting with all aspects of services (prayer, baptisms, and teachings) as needed
  • Coordinating youth ministries, including leading youth group meetings and planning activities for teens
  • Overseeing, growing, and coordinating the church's youth ministry
  • Developing and implementing programs and activities for the youth group

Timeline

Youth care worker

Southwest Keys Program
10.2022 - Current

Home healthcare provider

Holistic Home Health Care
01.2013 - 05.2015

Insurance agent

Auto Insurance Discounters
03.2003 - 08.2009

Associate degree in Respiratory Care -

San Jacinto College

Associate degree in Communications -

San Jacinto College
Yadira Velazquez