Yavon Smith
Covington,GA
Summary
Skilled at forging productive relationships, I possess a positive and professional attitude with a commitment to excellence. My experience, empathy, compassion, and knowledge are leveraged to contribute to community improvement.
- Wide knowledge of Christian principles
- Immense ability to provide faith-based counseling for marriage & family issues, substance abuse, sexual addiction and other life issues
- Profound ability to ensure clients practices like prayer, bible study, confession and repentance
- Proficiency in working with those experiencing depression, relationship concerns, grief and loss
- Operates in remote areas of the world for extended durations to teach people, construct facilities and evangelize unreached people groups. Works individually with people and leads large groups in teaching, humanitarian actions, prayer and community activities. Flexible and attentive with superior work ethic and good understanding of different populations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Christian Counselor/Certified Life Coach
Rise above Defeat Organization
Long Beach, CA
09.2022 - Current
- Helped clients identify goals, obstacles and strategies for attaining greater fulfillment.
- Assisted clients in navigating crisis and traumatic and difficult situations and provided methods to improve familial and professional relationships.
- Assisted clients with developing life management skills and coping mechanisms to handle daily living requirements.
- Helped clients set weekly goals and plan how to accomplish objectives.
- Helped patients with frequent irritability, bad habits and high stress levels through individual and group sessions.
- Tracked coaching sessions, plans, behaviors and issues with non-compliance for each client.
- Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
- Listened to personal stories, asked probing questions and offered knowledgeable advice for different situations.
- Helped couples work through serious issues and restore relationships or part amicably.
- Collaborated to set goals and outline steps to achieve objectives.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress through documentation and data entry.
- Participated in professional development activities such as conferences and workshops.
- Counseled clients on how they can better use prayer as an effective tool for healing.
- Supported clients in understanding how faith can be used to overcome personal challenges.
Secretary
St. Francis Medical Center
Lynwood, CA
11.2002 - 09.2020
- Calling doctors for Emergency Room Medical Staff.
- Obtain authorization for admission/transfer from insurance (IPA's/Medical groups)
- Complete medical orders and entering orders in IBEX and ARCIS system.
- Entering patient admissions into TELE TRACKING system
- Maintained admission log and Trauma log.
- Handling and answering high phone calls.
- Extensive use of copy machine and fax.
- Arranged transfers and transport for patients being transferred, especially for higher level of care to other facilities or being discharged.
- The breakdown of patients charts (admission/discharged/transfer)
- Ordering supplies as needed for medical staff patients
Travel Consultant
American Express Platinum Travel
Los Angeles, CA
03.2000 - 04.2002
- Responsible in obtaining travel, both domestic and international, hotels, limos, car rentals, reservations.
- Accommodation for customers of American Express Platinum Card holders.
- Credited, stored and maintained customer profiles, making adjustments in their respected status.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Courses Related To Computer/Social Work Counseling
California State University - Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CACertificate - SABRE Airline Reservation System
S.E.R Travel Academy
Lawndale, CAHigh School Diploma -
Southwest Middle College High School
Los Angeles, CA06.1994
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Life Christian University
Lutz, FL06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Counseling
Life Christian University
Lutz, FL06.2022
Skills
- Christian Life Coach
- Licensed Christian Counselor
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to adapt to changes
- Flexible team player
- Caring and compassionate
- Skilled in strategizing and prioritizing multiple tasks
- Excellent at working under pressure and high stress situations
- Strong communication skills
- Dedicated and motivated to learn
- Christian Life Coach
- Licensed Christian Counselor
- Word/Excel/Power Point
- Typing 50 to 70 wpm
- Data Entry/Keypad/Sabre/Saturn
- Counseling skills
- Cashiering
- Sales
- Relationship Building
- Flexible Schedule
- Interpersonal Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Positive Reinforcement
- Spiritual Guidance
- Interpersonal Communication
- Active Listening
- Self Motivation
- Sorting and Organizing
- Effective Communication
- Written Communication
- Reliability
- Evangelism Support
- Prayer groups
- Youth Ministry Support
- Adaptability
- Peer Mentoring
Objective
Having surmounted various life challenges, I am inspired to become a Life Coach and Christian Counselor for youth, young adults, elders, and the wider community. My mission is to provide nourishment and revitalize youth and families with the teachings of Jesus Christ. In my role as a Christian Counselor, I aim to assist fellow Christians in adhering to biblical teachings, overcoming mental health challenges, and combating addictions.
Timeline
Licensed Christian Counselor/Certified Life Coach
Rise above Defeat Organization
09.2022 - Current
Secretary
St. Francis Medical Center
11.2002 - 09.2020
Travel Consultant
American Express Platinum Travel
03.2000 - 04.2002
Some College (No Degree) - Courses Related To Computer/Social Work Counseling
California State University - Los Angeles
Certificate - SABRE Airline Reservation System
S.E.R Travel Academy
High School Diploma -
Southwest Middle College High School
Bachelor of Arts - Theology
Life Christian University
Bachelor of Arts - Christian Counseling
Life Christian University
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