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RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR

Skills

WA Certified peer counselor
Effective problem solver
Culturally competent
Reliable and consistent

Positive and personable
Excellent with computers
Strong communication
Intuitive and helpful

Professional Summary

Proactive and highly effective in the anticipation and accommodation of client needs. Tailoring support to suit individuals, providing assistance in planning and accomplishing attainable goals. Promotes healthy habits through a focus on balance, mindfulness, and self-care. Friendly, punctual, and an enthusiastic team player, driven to go above and beyond. Seeking new challenges with opportunities to grow upon my current skill set.

Work History

May 2019 - Aug 2020City, State

Residential Counselor / Company Name

Cultivate therapeutic and effective working relationships with residents, while maintaining strong professional boundaries
Motivate, teach, and assist residents with various aspects of self-care, independent living, and in the development of interpersonal skills
Submit daily documentation of interactions and observations
Coordinate case management follow-up to address concerning behaviors that emerge, or to otherwise assist the residents in getting their needs met

Jun 2016 - Dec 2018City, State

Residential Counselor / Company Name

Address behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal and social skills
Document resident interactions and coordinate follow-up of case management
Manage and lead group activities that promote mindfulness, demonstrate self-care, teach positive coping strategies, and provide an artistic outlet to residents
Build and maintain relationships with new and existing residents while providing high level of professionalism
Maintain composure and work quality under high-stress conditions
Distribute medications in accordance with scheduled distribution times
Prepare and serve meals daily

Aug 2010 - Jun 2016City, State

Craft Sales Agent / Company Name

Sell and procure commissions of art, jewelry, and apparel for multiple businesses by providing detailed explanations of production processes, material sourcing, and through implementing effective price negotiation
Display personal appreciation, passion for, and ownership of the products sold within the market
Competitive selection of booth locations; quick set up and break down of the booth daily
Create an experience for market-goers by talking about the city, landmarks, and local culture
Giving great directions to the locations of services/products well-suited to the specified needs of the patrons

Feb 2015 - Aug 2015City, State

Prep & Line Cook / Company Name

Practice of proper safety and sanitation standards, maintaining a clean, organized kitchen.
Proper demonstration of opening and closing duties, including product restocking and inventory taking as needed.
Prepare, cook, and serve all menu items to order.
Satisfactory and efficient resolution of guest complaints.
Complete all components of phone and in-person transactions, including taking orders, operating the cash register, food preparation, plating/packaging, and getting the food to the customer.
Checking the days receipts against the cash in the register.

Education

Jun 2020City, State

Associate of ArtsSeattle Central College

Member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
Cumulative GPA: 3.98
Dean's & President's List 4/5 quarters attended, respectively

City, State

Bachelor of Arts And ScienceWashington State University

Majoring in sustainable and organic agriculture
Minoring in cultural anthropology
Special focus on soil health
Attending the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resource Sciences, Honors College, and College of Arts and Sciences.

Certifications

Certified WA State Peer Support Counselor
Current WA food worker's card
Valid WA state driver's license
Bloodborne Pathogens certified
HIV/AIDs certified
Current CPR certification
HIPPA compliant
Certified in non-violent crisis intervention (CPI)
Trained in motivational interviewing
Trained in Evidence Based Practice (EBP)
Trained in Wraparound with Intensive Services (WISe)

Volunteer Experience

Sex Workers Outreach Program, 2016 to present
Construction Crew, Oregon Country Fair, Veneta, OR, 2009 to 2016
Water Dispatch, Spires, and Arctica Build, Department of Public Works, Burning Man, Gerlach, NV, 2012 to 2016
Cooking/Feeding, Food Not Bombs, Seattle, WA, 2009 to 2010
Street Team, HIV/STD/STI Testing and Info Distribution, Teen Health Clinic, Anchorage, AK, 1999 to 2004
Firework Technician, Fire Art by Griz, Anchorage, AK, 1999 to 2002

Additional Information

Experienced in sourcing services to assist homeless and low-income populations
Knowledge of harm reduction practices
Effective de-escalation and management of crisis situations, including those involving substance use or psychiatric variables
Some experience procuring cause-specific donations
Above-average computer knowledge in commonly used programs, computer troubleshooting, and basic repairs
Proficient user of Office 365, Linux, Google Drive and Docs
Artistic creator of icons and logos, posters, fliers, ‘zines, and brochures
Restaurant experience as a shift lead, cook, cashier, busser, waitress and food runner
Over fifteen years of employment within the service industry (including non-profit organizations)

Resume Overview

School Attended

Seattle Central College
Washington State University

Job Titles Held:

Residential Counselor
Craft Sales Agent
Prep & Line Cook

Degrees

Associate of Arts
Bachelor of Arts And Science

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