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Experienced counseling and advising professional with 5+ years of experience within high-stress environments along with a keen ability to lead others and provide superior academic and career counseling. Experienced in providing both individual and group counseling, advocating for low-income and/or high-risk students, and providing referrals to community resources. Equipped with a significant level of communication and interpersonal abilities in addition to a strong background in effectively managing complex projects.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, SMART Board Technology, Active Inspire, and Promethean Board

  Directly manage a variety of administrative and operational functions within a fast-paced environment with a focus on providing individualizing coaching/mentoring to students

  Design and implement strategies aimed at empowering adolescent students, manage complex student cases, and develop support plans based on each student s individual situation

  Maintain positive relationships with students, co-workers, and guardians which required superior communication and interpersonal abilities

  Coordinate the planning and completion of recreational activities within the New York City Parks and Recreation Department

  Play a lead role in park related special events, ensure all parks and community play areas were well maintained and safe, and act as a liaison between the department and local community members

  Manage sports clinics which include basketball, soccer, softball, and flag football and include developing materials related to game fundamentals and providing practical instruction

  Facilitated a variety of counseling and support related functions within an educational environment which required a superior ability to foster strong relationships with others

  Provided students with assistance related to career planning which included assisting with resume development and assisting in applying for internships and/or job opportunities

  Worked closely with students in order to identify their individual personal and career goals, provided referrals to outside services, and assisted with life skills

  Utilized superior organizational and time management abilities in order to successfully manage complex projects

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  Directed several counseling related tasks within a high-stress high school environment with a concentration on assisting students with college preparation and career counseling

  Successfully evaluated individual student needs and implemented individualized action plans along with coordinating field trips and providing referrals to local social services

  Facilitated all recreational activities within the organization which included identifying and developing events which were focused on encouraging creativity, self-expression, teamwork, discipline, commitment, and learning

  Played an integral role in the coordination of educational programs which required working closely with both an Education Specialist and Center Director