Dennis Powell
Compassionate community builder working through the mediums of art and
kindness. Hard working dishwasher that does not stop until the last fork is sparkling.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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EXPERIENCe
UPS, Santa Barbara, package handler and driver helper October 2020-June 2023
Cuesta College, San Luis Obispo, Teacher’s Aide
August 2016-January 2019
Assisted the Head of the Social Sciences Department, Bret Lamon, in his teaching of Biological Psychology to students of all levels. Assisted both in the classroom and in after class group and individual tutoring sessions. Windhorse Integrative Mental Health, San Luis Obispo California--Therapeutic Housemate
March 2012-June 2016
Lived with and mentored clients in recovery from various forms of mental illness and/or substance abuse. Created various groups and classes to engage clients with the rest of their community.
Anthony Chabot Equestrian Center, Oakland California January 2011-September 2011
Assisted with the care and maintenance of stabled horses. The Rise, Bloomington Indiana— Childcare Technician April 2005-December 2007
Assisted in the care and welfare of children ages 0-12 while their mothers sought education or work in a program designed to assist victims of domestic violence as they transition into independent lives. EDUCATION
Cuesta College, San Luis Obispo — Degrees in Progress August 2015-Current
Currently on track to graduate with 4 separate degrees in May of 2021 including Addiction Studies, Anthropology, Film, and Philosophy. PROJECTS
Poetry Church-Arts Collective
SKILLS
Disciplined Physical Labor
Sustained Physical Stamina
Yoga Instruction
Art Therapy
Meditation
Community Building
Poetry Teacher