Maya McReynolds

Passionate about helping those in need.

Youth Care Worker

Crittenton Center, Sioux City, IA January 2024 - Present

• Interned with Crittenton Center case workers (January 2026 - April 2026)
• Promote services and implement strategies and activities that are consistent with JCS’s Model of Practice, DHS’s Family-Centered Model of Practice, Child Welfare Model of Practice, and Guiding Principles with the goal of promoting each Child’s Safety, Permanency, and Well-Being.
• Provide direct care for youth, including participation in recreational activities, various housekeeping functions and other daily activities which may include: hygiene, peer relationships, adult relationships, money management, school homework, room cleaning, laundry, chores, etc.
• Provide transportation, as necessary, for residents on a regular and emergency basis.
• Record/document resident progress as directed.
• Trained in CPI restraints.

Sanford Community Center, Sioux City, IA April 2023 - December 2023

• Provided transportation and supervision to elementary aged children, as well as support and encourage academics and personal development. 
• Handled payments and guardian questions, cleaned and maintained the facility, and occasionally worked with DHS to ensure safety for some children.
• Communicated effectively with children, families and other support staff.
• Interacted extensively with children from various cultures, backgrounds and circumstances. 
• Trained in CPR/First Aid as well as Medication Administration. 

• Instructed children in swim and stroke techniques. 
• Implemented strategies to ease fear of the water, as well as water safety. 

Morningside University, Sioux City, IA Expected: Spring 2026

Pursuing Bachelor of Arts: Counseling & Developmental Psychology: Minor: Criminal Justice

Relevant Courses

• General Psychology
• Sociology
• Learning and Memory
• Criminal Justice
• Statistics
• Health and Nutrition
• Lifespan Development
• Abnormal Psychology 
• Research Methods 
• Forensic & Legal Psychology 
• Group Counseling
• Educational Psychology
• Psychological Testing and Assessment
• Ethics in Criminal Justice
• Criminology