Innovative professional with expertise in promoting academic, career and social development programs. Possesses excellent communication, problem-solving and organizational skills. Trusted advisor goes extra mile to help individuals succeed.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Mentor Specialist
LUK Inc.
06.2023 - Current
Promoted positive relationships between mentees and other peers and adults to encourage social resilience and connection.
Complete intakes with youth and their families.
Perform match meeting and supervision and case management of the relationships.
Plan and facilitate follow-up match support workshops as needed
Assure effective communication between project partners, mentors and mentees.
Develop working relationships with referral sources and other non-LUK professionals
Assist the Coordinator to ensure that all conditions of the grant are in compliance with regulatory guidelines.
Facilitate and supervise mentor/mentee matches.
Promote and market program within the community.
Assist with data collection as needed.
Participate with group activities within the program.
Gardner — Director
The Boys & Girls Club, Leominster
10.2021 - Current
Responsible for overseeing the delivery of a broad range of programs that accomplish the organizational mission
Develop, plan, execute and supervise a diversified youth development program consistent with the goals and objectives of the organization as approved by the Director of Club Services
Act as a liaison between the members, parents, teachers and other community and social service agencies
Provide the guidance necessary to maintain discipline and acceptable behaviors in the club
Establish and conduct special programs to meet the needs of the club clientele
Provide counseling and follow-up on individual members as necessary and identify members’ individual needs
Increase the visibility of Club programs via posting of daily schedules, announcements of upcoming events and dissemination of timely information for the development, advertising and promotion through mailings, fliers and media releases
Promote and stimulate participation in club membership, including the promotion and coordination of the inter-departmental activities and special events
Plan, organize and conduct programs utilizing community resources
Maintain accurate records of activities, programs, scheduling and members using computer database/software
Handle any and all funds in accordance with organizational policies
Handle administrative duties in a timely, accurate, and e cient manner
Customer Service
Rep
Delegation, United Solutions
10.2020 - 06.2021
Documented customer correspondence in CRM to track requests, problems and solutions
Analyzed customer activity to promote a safe and secure environment
Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices
Assisted customers with making payments or establishing payment plans to bring accounts current
Upheld quality control policies and procedures to increase customer satisfaction
Provided outstanding service to new and long-standing customers by attending closely to concerns and developing solutions
Escalated customer concerns, issues and requirements to supervisors for immediate rectification.
Direct Support/Case
Manager
Our Fathers House
10.2017 - 07.2020
Completed and performed assessments of new clients to the program
Implemented and monitored individual and group structured goal plans
Observe and document client behavior on a daily and weekly basis and communicate observations to the managing supervisor
Participated in treatment team consultations and attended weekly staff meetings
Screenings & intakes
Drug tests and breathalyzers
Daily paperwork
Door searches And bedroom checks and ensuring the safety of guests in the shelter
Participated in crisis intervention with clients exhibiting acute psychiatric symptoms in need of hospitalization and/or exhibiting aggressive behavior
Provide supportive services, crisis intervention, community education, job development and budget information to shelter residents
Conducted resident assessment, individual service plan development, counseling, and crisis interventions
Provided crisis intervention services, stabilizing families for further intervention
Provided crisis intervention to a vast population of residents
Completed assessments on potential residents and provided referrals for community resources
Connect families to community resources, making referrals accordingly
Coordinated delivery of extensive community resources to serve clients
Referred clients to community resources for services and provided concrete information, such as where to go and how to apply
Maintain and update a minimum of 14 client files at one time
Maintained accurate, professional documentation in client files for each shift covered
Maintain client files including Department of Mental Health standard progress notes
Maintained client files according to the department system, utilizing agency database, physical charts, and relevant program specific reporting requirements
Ensured that client files were properly documented and service data/statistics were accurately maintained for audit.
Technician
Lunenburg Primary School
08.2018 - 04.2020
Documented behavioral incidents thoroughly to keep accurate records
Completed daily rounds and tracked client movements
Developed and deepened relationships with fellow staff members to enhance team collaboration
Monitoring student progress
Implementing behavior plans
Building positive rapports with students and families
Designed and incorporated various support materials to facilitate programs and to support learning assessments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gardner High School
Gardner, MA
05.2011
Skills
Adaptive team player
Problem-solving abilities
Leadership
Time Management
Organization
Youth Development
Aggressive Behavior Management
Timeline
Mentor Specialist
LUK Inc.
06.2023 - Current
Gardner — Director
The Boys & Girls Club, Leominster
10.2021 - Current
Customer Service
Rep
Delegation, United Solutions
10.2020 - 06.2021
Technician
Lunenburg Primary School
08.2018 - 04.2020
Direct Support/Case
Manager
Our Fathers House
10.2017 - 07.2020
High School Diploma -
Gardner High School
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