Social Worker/Full time Nanny
Self starting Masters student with 6+ years of caregiver experience. Seeking to obtain employment in order to expand work experience, and develop key skills.
Highlight of Skills
Microsoft Applications, Computer Literacy, Research, Communication, Self-Starter, Adaptability, Empathy, Time Management, Positive Attitude, Active Listening
Education
George Warren Brown School of Social Work, MSW ’19
Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis, MO
In Progress.
Xavier University of Louisiana, New Orleans, LA, B.S. Psychology
Magna Cum Laude, Honors in Philosophy
Experience
Student Counselor Intern, Missouri Historical Society: Teens Make History Program, St. Louis, MO
September 2018- Present
Interacted directly with a diverse group of high school students. Regularly attended work meetings with teen employees (during after-school hours and on Saturdays). Assessed current needs of teen apprentices and create projects, materials, or tools to address these needs. Developed and led skill-development sessions for all TMH apprentices. Topics included anger management, anxiety management, dealing with grief, building healthy relationships, and developing communication techniques and tools. Assisted with the creation of additional evaluation tools for future program development. Met with students individually to support and address personal growth. Conducted evidence-based research for future program development.
Homework Helper
May 2018-August 2018
Assist students in completing homework and other tasks, Searched database records using library catalog to find items in the library system. Prepared and oversaw crafts projects with children and young adults. When needed, shelved books and answered circulation desk phones. Signed up readers for, answered informational questions about, and redeemed gifts for the Summer Reading Program. Taught patrons to use the library catalog and other St. Louis Public Library computer resources such as Beanstack, Freegal, and EBSCO. Provided tech help to patrons regarding printer issues and other computer problems.
Intern, St. Louis ArtWorks, St. Louis, MO
January 2018-July 2018
Participated in data collection and evaluation measures. Assisted youth in identifying goals and barriers to success through interviews. Addressed workplace performance and behavior management concerns with youth. Created and implemented workshops for youth to develop life skills. Identified and recruited new partnerships for apprentice recruitment and volunteers. Connected with apprentices and families as a representative of STL ArtWorks.
Program Assistant, Washington University, The Brown School of Social Work, St. Louis, MO
August 2017-Present
Assisted program developer with arranging and organizing events. Provided hospitality services, performed clerical work and maintained a positive, engaging environment with program participants.
Substitute Teacher, Abeona House, New Orleans, LA
May 2017-August 2017
Employed on an as-needed basis in place of any regularly scheduled staff member who is unable to work. Duties include, supervising play, encouraging independent learning styles, changing diapers, and building relationships with children and parents.
Child Care, New Orleans, LA
May 2012- May 2017
Tended to children between the ages of two months and four years old. Engaged children in activities. Prepared breakfast, lunch, and snacks for children. Also, bottle fed and changed infants.
Self starting Masters student with 6+ years of caregiver experience. Seeking to obtain employment in order to expand work experience, and develop key skills.
Highlight of Skills
Microsoft Applications, Computer Literacy, Research, Communication, Self-Starter, Adaptability, Empathy, Time Management, Positive Attitude, Active Listening
Education
George Warren Brown School of Social Work, MSW ’19
Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis, MO
In Progress.
Xavier University of Louisiana, New Orleans, LA, B.S. Psychology
Magna Cum Laude, Honors in Philosophy
Experience
Student Counselor Intern, Missouri Historical Society: Teens Make History Program, St. Louis, MO
September 2018- Present
Interacted directly with a diverse group of high school students. Regularly attended work meetings with teen employees (during after-school hours and on Saturdays). Assessed current needs of teen apprentices and create projects, materials, or tools to address these needs. Developed and led skill-development sessions for all TMH apprentices. Topics included anger management, anxiety management, dealing with grief, building healthy relationships, and developing communication techniques and tools. Assisted with the creation of additional evaluation tools for future program development. Met with students individually to support and address personal growth. Conducted evidence-based research for future program development.
Homework Helper
May 2018-August 2018
Assist students in completing homework and other tasks, Searched database records using library catalog to find items in the library system. Prepared and oversaw crafts projects with children and young adults. When needed, shelved books and answered circulation desk phones. Signed up readers for, answered informational questions about, and redeemed gifts for the Summer Reading Program. Taught patrons to use the library catalog and other St. Louis Public Library computer resources such as Beanstack, Freegal, and EBSCO. Provided tech help to patrons regarding printer issues and other computer problems.
Intern, St. Louis ArtWorks, St. Louis, MO
January 2018-July 2018
Participated in data collection and evaluation measures. Assisted youth in identifying goals and barriers to success through interviews. Addressed workplace performance and behavior management concerns with youth. Created and implemented workshops for youth to develop life skills. Identified and recruited new partnerships for apprentice recruitment and volunteers. Connected with apprentices and families as a representative of STL ArtWorks.
Program Assistant, Washington University, The Brown School of Social Work, St. Louis, MO
August 2017-Present
Assisted program developer with arranging and organizing events. Provided hospitality services, performed clerical work and maintained a positive, engaging environment with program participants.
Substitute Teacher, Abeona House, New Orleans, LA
May 2017-August 2017
Employed on an as-needed basis in place of any regularly scheduled staff member who is unable to work. Duties include, supervising play, encouraging independent learning styles, changing diapers, and building relationships with children and parents.
Child Care, New Orleans, LA
May 2012- May 2017
Tended to children between the ages of two months and four years old. Engaged children in activities. Prepared breakfast, lunch, and snacks for children. Also, bottle fed and changed infants.