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LIFEGUARD/ LIFEGUARD INSTRUCTOR/ SWIM INSTRUCTOR/ TRAINER
Professional Summary
I am currently still attending school for the Mental Health field and with that, have not worked in the Mental Health field. With this Counselor position that i am applying for. Will help myself towards gaining experience with the Mental Health field and help me get closer to starting work right out of school. Also ambitious student with excellent research, time management and problem solving skills.
Skills
  • Strong public speaker
  • Creative problem solving
  • Excellent time management
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Planning/coordinating
  • Leadership abilities
  • Critical thinker
  • Quality-focused
  • Ability to provide comforting support.
  • Adaptable learner
Work History
Lifeguard/ Lifeguard Instructor/ Swim Instructor/ Trainer 10/2012 to Current
 YMCA – Springfield, IL
 Lifeguard- I watch the pools to ensure the safety of the members and to prevent in cases of accidents or injuries.

Lifeguard Instructor- Teach new lifeguards how to do their job correctly and safely and then at the end of the class award them with their certification.

Swim Instructor- Teach clients ranging from Kindergarten to Adults how to swim correctly and also some life saving skills if they were ever caught in a situation involving large body of water.

Trainer- lead group exorcises to help members lose weight. 
Cashier/Stock room 07/2012 to 05/2013
 Gordamans – Springfield, IL
  • Answered questions regarding the store and its merchandise.
  • Greeted customers and ascertained customers' needs.
  • Prepared sales slips and sales contracts.
  • Helped customers with questions, problems and complaints in person and via telephone.
  • Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays.
  • Verified that all customers received receipts for purchases.
  • Developed positive customer relationships through friendly greetings and excellent service.
  • Trained and served as a peer coach for new sales associates.
Counslor 07/2008 to Current
 Lutheran High School Summer Camp – Springfield, IL
 I was responsible for the watch and care of 10 to 14 kids with the help of another employee. We then meet for group time and organized activities for the children to play together with the help of workers. Went on trips and insured that everyone used manners and followed the rules of our camp and the rules of the facility that we were visiting. 
Education
High School Diploma: General Studies 2010 Sprignfield High School - Springfield, IL
  • Top 15% of class
  • 3.4 GPA
Associate of Science: Mental Health 2011 Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville (SIUE) - Edwardsville, IL Attended for a year and then decided to move back home to where school was cheaper and i could finally decided on my degree. 
Bachelor of Science: Mental Health Current Lincoln Land Community College - Springfield, IL Currently attending and working towards a BS in Mental Health 
Accomplishments
  • Attended multiple speaking engagements and public appearances as a representative of Springfield High School GIS (Geographic Information System) Program to present the case of the program being turned into a class and also to the Illinois National Historic Society to present the Historic Site project, currently being used on their webpage. Was given award for contribution to the project.
  • Was inducted into the National Honor Society (NHS) through my high school. Graduated with NHS colors. 
  • Was an All Academic Athlete all four years of high school. Received the awards in Cross-Country, Track & Field, Wrestling, and Football.  
Affiliations
I am lifeguard instructor with the National YMCA Association.
Certifications
CPR, AED, Oxygen adminstration  and Lifeguard
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • YMCA
  • Gordamans
  • Lutheran High School Summer Camp

School Attended

  • Sprignfield High School
  • Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville (SIUE)
  • Lincoln Land Community College

Job Titles Held:

  • Lifeguard/ Lifeguard Instructor/ Swim Instructor/ Trainer
  • Cashier/Stock room
  • Counslor

Degrees

  • High School Diploma : General Studies 2010
    Associate of Science : Mental Health 2011
    Bachelor of Science : Mental Health Current

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