Zach Bastas
Arlington
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience as a Youth Counselor at the City of Arlington, skilled in youth mentoring and problem-solving. Proven ability to implement effective behavior management strategies and foster positive interactions. Strong communicator with a commitment to safety and teamwork, ensuring optimal support in diverse environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Counselor
City of Arlington
Arlington, TX
12.2025 - Current
- Facilitated group activities to promote social skills and emotional development among youth.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to support positive interactions in diverse environments.
- Collaborated with staff to create individualized support plans for at-risk youth.
- Monitored daily activities, ensuring safety and adherence to program guidelines.
- Assisted in conflict resolution by mediating disputes between participants effectively.
Lifeguard
City of Arlington
Arlington, TX
04.2025 - 09.2025
- Monitored pool area to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, providing first aid and CPR as needed.
- Enforced facility rules and guidelines to maintain a secure environment for patrons.
- Assisted in daily maintenance of pool facilities, ensuring cleanliness and operational readiness.
- Conducted regular inspections of safety equipment and reported any issues immediately.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
Lifeguard
Epic Waters
Grand Prairie, TX
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Educated patrons on water safety practices and proper use of equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate rescue drills and training sessions.
- Adapted quickly to changing conditions, ensuring effective lifeguard response at all times.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
- Handled incident reporting accurately and efficiently, documenting any occurrences that required intervention or assistance from lifeguard staff.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in lifeguarding and water safety education.
Kitchen Staff
Mama's Pizza
Arlington, TX
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Prepared and assembled food items according to standard recipes and guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and reporting shortages promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arlington High School
Arlington, TX05-2026
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Self-care strategies
- Tactful communication
- Youth mentoring
- Excellent communication
- Problem-solving
- Time management
Timeline
Youth Counselor
City of Arlington
12.2025 - Current
Lifeguard
City of Arlington
04.2025 - 09.2025
Lifeguard
Epic Waters
01.2024 - 11.2024
Kitchen Staff
Mama's Pizza
03.2023 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Arlington High School