Highly motivated, diligent, and innovative youth development professional with solid counseling, advising, and program administration acumen. Committed team player and resourceful leader with proven ability to motivate youth and generate results through hands-on, direct care and a sound knowledge base. Proactive community services advocate, continually seeking out new resources to aid students. An able communicator who works well with peers and management at all levels. Operates well independently and collaboratively in team environments. Learns quickly and thoroughly enjoys a challenge and is committed to obtaining necessary resources under stringent budgetary guidelines.

Strong creativity with the ability to work well with all aspects of program/event planning, development, and management. Excels in providing individual and group counseling, writing and reviewing case notes, and client follow-up. Strong relationship building competencies with students of all ages, socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds. Strong verbal and written skills in synthesizing and communicating information to superiors. Excellent presentation skills with solid understanding of key aspects that drive student behavior in retaining and applying information.