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Skills

  • Behavior management
  • Risk assessment and mitigation
  • Child and adolescent mentoring
  • Behavioral issue response
  • Issue identification and resolution
  • First aid and emergency response
  • Crisis management
  • Standard documentation and reporting
  • Client and parent communication
  • Emergency Protocol Development

Work Experiences

  • Instructed participants on proper safety procedures as well as the specific requirements of the activity.
  • Promotes and encourages camper friendships and positive interactions.
  • Assisted with clerical tasks such as registering participants and responding to specific event inquiries.
  • Promote a positive learning environment.
  • Made sure that activities and field trips went off without a hitch and that they followed Cedar Works rules and program regulations.
  • Provided first-aid in the event of accidents or injuries, as well as in emergency situations.
  • Encouraged curiosity, exploration, and problem solving with appropriate playtime activities.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with them by interacting with children during process and system activities.
  • Was in charge of coordinating, implementing, and evaluating system activities and programs.
  • Escorted and supervised children on field trips to swimming pools, amusement parks, and outdoor recreational parks.

Summaries

  • Dedicated communicator who enjoys interacting with fellow counselors, campers, and parents.
  • Clear understanding of strategic planning and client relations as well as team leadership training.
  • Recognized on a regular basis for outstanding performance and contributions to the Fitness and Recreation industry's success.
  • Understanding and execution of budgetary, safety, and administrative requirements.
  • Collaborate effectively in groups to generate innovative ideas and solutions to complex problems.
  • Personal Trainer with experience motivating and coaching clients to achieve their personal fitness and health goals.
  • Strengths in data analysis and workflow optimization backed up by Fitness and Recreation training.
  • Recognized for motivating management team members to achieve their goals and fostering innovative work environments.
  • Problem-solver with a friendly and open demeanor.
  • Caring and compassionate fitness professional with a track record of building long-term client relationships.

Accomplishments

  • Competitive Analysis: Performed competitive analysis to make recommendations for future company growth.
  • Recommended
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Created and maintained effective lines of communication between campers, staff, and parents, leading to a 39% improvement in satisfaction during weekly check-ins.
  • Documentation: Wrote and edited documents to keep staff informed on policies and procedures.
  • Consulted
  • Established
  • Collaborated with local schools and educators to offer specialized workshops, increasing campers' learning opportunities by 41% throughout the program.
  • Increased
  • Collaborated with team of 16 in the development of procedure.

Affiliations

  • North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) - Active participant in nature education conferences and seminars for youth.
  • Society of Human Resource Management
  • National Association of Social Workers
  • The Outward Bound Trust – Facilitator since 2020, leading adventure-based experiential learning for youths in need of personal growth.
  • CPR/AED Certification - Trained in lifesaving techniques for emergencies occurring in nature and camping settings, valid through 2024.
  • American Youth Foundation (AYF) - Member in leadership development camps focused on character building and personal growth.
  • American Marketing Association
  • American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) - Certified in rock climbing safety and wilderness first aid (2020).
  • Association of YMCA Professionals (AYP) - Active member since 2018, contributing to camp programming improvements.
  • Democratic Outdoor Education Program (DOEP) Advisor & Meta-Trainer - providing structured discussion and camping education since 2022.

Certifications

  • Conflict Resolution and Mediation for Youth Programs Certification by Lakeside Partners
  • Child Abuse Prevention Training Certification by Harbor & Co. or Local Governing Body
  • Child and Youth Care Worker Certification from Child and Youth Care Certification Board
  • Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)
  • SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
  • Outdoor Leadership Certificate from National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS)
  • Team Building Facilitation Certification for Outdoor Programs
  • Certified Protection Officer (CPO)
  • First Aid/CPR Certified
  • Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Certification by the National Council for Behavioral Health

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