Zayla Edwards
Houston,TX
Summary
Compassionate professional skilled multiple areas that can be used in various roles. Successfully implemented youth engagement initiatives, enhancing self-esteem and resilience. Committed to fostering a supportive environment for personal growth and development.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Development Officer
Harris County Juvenile Probation Department
Houston, Texas
06.2026 - Current
- Developed and implemented youth engagement programs for at-risk populations.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to youth during group activities and sessions.
- Facilitated group discussions on topics relevant to adolescent development such as self-esteem, substance abuse prevention, bullying prevention and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Counseled young people on personal matters such as family conflict or peer pressure.
- Secured the safety and security of at-risk youth in a 24 hour residential facility. Provided crisis intervention services when necessary.
- Enhanced skills through training sessions focused on youth engagement strategies. related to youth work best practice methods.
- Approached conflicts and crisis situations in calm and professional way.
Electrocardiograph Technician
Smithwood Medical Institute
Houston, Texas
11.2025 - 02.2026
- Developed presentations for class discussions, enhancing public speaking skills and confidence.
- Met regularly with academic advisors to ensure progress towards educational goals.
- Monitored patient heart rhythms using EKG machines during stress tests.
- Recorded and analyzed EKG data to identify abnormalities and report findings.
- Adhered to safety protocols and infection control measures during all procedures.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various types of EKG machines such as 12-lead ECGs and portable systems.
Auto Deputy Specialist
Harris County Tax Office
Houston, TX
01.2022 - 10.2025
- Assisted customers with registration, titling, licensing, voter registration, and property tax inquiries.
- Provided new staff with essential training to ensure effective job performance.
- Provided clear, accurate information regarding documentation requirements for various services.
- Input customer and transaction details into state’s registration and licensing system efficiently.
- Reviewed government issued documents including titles, proof of identity, and ownership documents to ensure authenticity.
- Acquired necessary knowledge through completion of state-required RTS training.
- Assisted in processing licensing and title work for dealers
- Performed various tasks to support operational needs.
Education
Certificate - Electrocardiograph Technician
Smithwood Medical Institute
Houston02-2026
High School Diploma -
Alief Taylor High School
Houston, TX07-2020
Skills
- Effective communication
- Data analysis
- Crisis intervention
- Youth engagement
- Multitasking capacity
- Time management
- Professionalism
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Documentation management
- Self motivation
- Emotional awareness
- Administrative coordination
- Youth safety training
- Decision-making
Certification
- Electrocardiograph Technician
- Adult CPR/AED, Child CPR and First Aid
Timeline
Youth Development Officer
Harris County Juvenile Probation Department
06.2026 - Current
Electrocardiograph Technician
Smithwood Medical Institute
11.2025 - 02.2026
Auto Deputy Specialist
Harris County Tax Office
01.2022 - 10.2025
Certificate - Electrocardiograph Technician
Smithwood Medical Institute
High School Diploma -
Alief Taylor High School