Youth Counselor resume example with 20+ years of experience
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Summary
Highly motivated Sales Associate with extensive customer service and sales experience. Outgoing sales professional with track record of driving increased sales, improving buying experience and elevating company profile with target market.
Skills
First aid and CPR certified
Evidence preservation
Behavioral disorders familiarity
Crisis management
Paperwork and reporting
Youth guidance
Recordkeeping requirements
Resolving discrepancies
Stocking supplies
Experience
02/1982 to 10/2007Youth CounselorState Of North Carolina | Wadesboro, NC,
Provided homework assistance to youth residents, helped prepare for tests and signed off on projects and assignments.
Advised children and helped to foster improved levels of self-worth and confidence.
Advocated for at-risk youth individuals and promoted helpful resources and programs to foster progress.
Monitored behavior in individual and group sessions and intervened when necessary.
Collaborated with counselors and parents to report youth behavior and progress.
Promoted positive influence for youngsters by demonstrating appropriate behavior, listening carefully to others and showing respect for people of all ages.
Monitored and cared for youth in carefully controlled environment to promote safety.
Supervised youth group members to maintain organized and safe environment.
Communicated with challenged and troubled children in effort to exact positive impact and influence.
Reminded youngsters to diffuse anger-fueled situations by communicating effectively and talking about problems instead of lashing out.
04/1990 to 02/2016Correctional Officer/SergeantEast Montana Middle School | El Paso, TX,
Processed inmates by completing paperwork, conducting searches and recording fingerprints.
Assigned inmates to open and appropriate housing units.
Promoted safety, order and functionality of maximum security facility.
Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of maximum security facility.
Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
Completed state required protocols during emergency situations.
Maintained appropriate control, security and well-being of youth at all times.
Conducted pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections of transport vehicles and equipment.
Supervised inmates during day-to-day activities.
Promoted rehabilitation of offenders and maintained safety of staff and residents.
Recommended further treatment strategies and diagnostic efforts for inmates.
Supervised individuals ages 13 to 85 and managed cases in maximum security facility.
Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
Enforced resident behavior management protocols and wrote incident reports for infractions.
Transported inmates to and from work sites with optimal security procedures.
Maintained records and logs of man hours, materials and equipment used.
Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
Instructed inmates on work details and transported to work sites.
Supervised activities of adolescents in residential setting.
Reviewed housing assignments and reassigned inmates when needed.
Transported inmates to and from medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
Maintained clear and open communications with all facility areas to support efficient and safe operations.
Counseled juveniles on day-to-day reality oriented problems.
Assisted in restraining violent and unruly inmates.
Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
Conducted internal security checks and distributed meals.
Supervised inmates during meals, visits, recreation, telephone calls and shower time.
Completed state required protocols during emergency situations.
Promoted safety, order and functionality of maximum securityfacility.
04/2016 to 08/2018Bus MonitorOkaloosa Headstart | City, STATE,
Contacted emergency personnel and provided aid while waiting for further assistance.
Kept equipment in good working order with frequent inspections and minor repairs.
Updated logs detailing weather conditions, treatments provided and incident information to keep management informed of activities.
Maintained strong proficiency in CPR and First Aid
Prevented loss of students' belongings on or adjacent to bus via visual monitoring and verbal reminders.
Cleaned interior of busses every day to maintain cleanliness and professionalism.
Communicated with bus drivers, teachers and guardians regarding problems or incidents impacting student riders.
Helped drivers monitor and manage student actions to maintain bus safety.
Conducted emergency bus evacuations using main and emergency doors.
Exhibited expertise of safety and emergency laws and procedures and helped students evacuate quickly and safely upon emergencies.
Kept personal and medical details of each student confidential by adhering to established protocols.
Complied with state, local and federal laws regarding student confidentiality.
Implemented process to make sure students exited at correct stop and to proper guardians.
Worked alongside students, parents and school personnel to provide all riders with safe and enjoyable experiences.
Maintained familiarity with student restraint devices and methods for securing special seats.
Supervised safe and orderly entry and exit of bus riders and physically assisted those with special needs.
10/2007 to CurrentAssistant Youth DirectorMt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church | City, STATE,
Tailored instruction to provide access and inclusion for children with special learning needs.
Maintained safety and security of all children involved in program.
Successfully led key projects which resulted in [positive outcome].
Planned and executed [project].
Recruited, trained and oversaw lay teachers and volunteers to support program operations.
Education and Training
Expected in 05/1980GED | Florala High School, Florala, ALGPA:
Expected in | General StudiesLurleen B Wallace Community College, Andalusia, ALGPA:
Expected in Correctional Certification | Criminal JusticeNorthwest Florida State College, Niceville, FLGPA:
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