Program Coordinator at The Salvation Army (2022-01 – Present)
- Coordinates the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of specific program(s) for youth between the ages of 6 and 18 within a designated Club or multiple Club Sites
- Provides leadership and supervision to assigned program and volunteer staff; and controls expenses as assigned
- Plans activities and facilitates programs for groups of youth in assigned Specific program areas. (STEM, STEAM, Art, Sports/Athletics
- writing program reports, supervising youth, and transporting youth in Club vehicles
- Builds and maintains a professional relationship with all Club members and their families in order to help advance the mission of The Salvation Army
- Serves as the day-to-day supervisor of all assigned program staff and volunteers; assigns and oversees daily duties of staff; trains and instructs employees in the proper methods and procedures; provides input to performance evaluations; informs BGC Branch Manager of any staff issues requiring attention
- Opens and closes the Boys and Girls Club in compliance with established operating hours; closes and locks windows and doors, turns off lights before leaving the Club and straightens the areas before leaving each day
- During Club hours, assumes role and responsibilities of Boys and Girls Club Branch Manager in his/her absence
- Participates in the implementation of all activities and programs in the Boys and Girls Club; assists all Club employees and volunteers in maintaining the cleanliness and attractiveness of all facilities, equipment, and grounds
- organize special program events or field trips; advertises events appropriately; works in conjunction with appropriate departments for social media updates
- Implements educational, spiritual, and character-building programming within the structure of the programs set forth by director; provides opportunities for physical and mental stimulation through both inside and outside learning activities
- Uses appropriate supplies and materials for recreational activities; ensures the children's safety in utilizing the same; maintains accountability and inventory of all recreational equipment; informs the BGC Branch Manager of any supply needs so that they may be ordered
- Collects all statistical information for all grants, licensing, and Divisional and Territorial in a timely manner as required by the Corps Officers and BGC Branch Manager/Director; prepares and maintains up-to-date records and required reports in a timely manner (attendance, development progress, discipline reports, etc.). (Data Management)
- Maintains the program materials in an orderly fashion; maintains accountability for materials necessary for programs
- Builds and maintains effective and positive relationships with parents; informs parents of children's progress and specific incidents
- Transports patrons and children to and from the Club; observes good driving habits at all times in order to ensure the safety of patrons and The Salvation Army vehicles
- Organizes and supervises field trips; including but not limited to setting up, gathering all supplies for, arranging payment, scheduling staff within ratio, getting directions & communicating them to staff and making sure events are scheduled accordingly
- Ensure the evaluation of Club programs on a continual basis and ensures programs/activities respond to member needs and address their gender and cultural diversity
Program specialists at City of Dallas (2016-12 – 2021-10)
- Develops, schedules, conducts and coordinates citywide activities and events. Coaches and officiates sporting activities.
- Ensures all events and activities conform to appropriate safety rules.
- Promotes and implements programs and/or special events.
- Modifies classes and workshops to accommodate individuals with a variety of disabilities.
- Handles and accounts for money received
- Coordinates with other organizations. Solicits donations.
- Transports and/or accompanies program and event participants.
- Provides participants and the general public with information.
- Completes and maintains forms, records, and reports.
- Ensures proper facility and equipment set up and maintenance
- Maintains inventory of supplies, tools, equipment, trophies, prizes and mementos.
Senior Rec. Assistant (SRA) at City of Dallas (2016-06 – 2017-11)
- Directs the activities of the division/department, which includes planning, coordinating, administering, and evaluating programs, projects, processes, procedures, systems, standards, and/or service offerings; ensures compliance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, codes, and/or standards.
- Supervises staff, which includes prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff is trained; ensuring employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and, making hiring, termination, and disciplinary decisions or recommendations.
- Assists in the management, development, and implementation of departmental goals, objectives, and policies.
- Assists in establishing appropriate service and staffing levels; monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of services offered by the department; and allocates resources accordingly.
- Develops and oversees the marketing and promotional activities, community interest and support of assigned recreational, educational, golf course and/or social services programs.
- Assesses and monitors work load, administrative and
Behavior specialist at MHMR Dallas Metrocare (2014-09 – 2016-06)
- Attend and participate in all scheduled team meetings.
- Do rehabilitation assessments and establish training plan.
- Maintain confidentiality of all reports concerning staffing and consumers.
- Work with team on assessments and treatment planning.
- Contribute to team knowledge and understanding of each consumer.
- Train and support consumers in completion of activities of daily living.
- Assist in training consumers in linking with resources
- Help monitor and assess consumers on an on-going basis.
- Orient consumers in adjusting to new environments.
- Assist the medical and nursing staff in monitoring by reporting potential problems.
- Document training efforts within 24 hours of providing the service.
- Work with family members/support system to gain their support in consumer's success.
- Crisis intervention as needed.
- Provide training and support in real life extramural settings.
- Advocate for consumers in agency interactions.
- Lead community living skills groups
Day Camp Counselor at Downtown YMCA (2015-05 – 2016-06)
- Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness and participation in program.
- Developed curriculum for activities.
- Interacted daily relationships with parents.
- Participated and interacted with all the children Supervised thirty 4-12 years old
After School Counselor at Southeast YMCA, Carroll Peak Elementary School (2014-08 – 2015-05)
- Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness and participation in program.
- Developed curriculum for activities.
- Interacted daily relationships with parents.
- Participated and interacted with all the children Supervised thirty 4-12 years old.
Admission Clerk at Langston University (2009-01 – 2013-05)
- File papers.
- Answer phone.
- General Office Duties.
- Admit students to the University.
Child Watch Facilitator at Guthrie YMCA (2012-08 – 2013-05)
- Responsible for child safety care.
- General Office Duties.
- Recreation aid.
Day Camp Counselor at Guthrie YMCA, Guthrie Upper Elementary School (2012-05 – 2012-08)
- Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness and participation in program.
- Developed curriculum for activities
- Interacted daily relationships with parents.
- Participated and interacted with all the children Supervised thirty 4-12 years old.
Office Assistant - Internship at Guthrie YMCA, Langston University Health, Physical Education and Recreation (2012-02 – 2012-05)
- Assisted members of the facility.
- Participated and recruited YMCA membership.
- Assisted in branch fund raising activities and special events
- Trained in Human Resources.
