Quality Assurance Special Education

DEVON WILLIAMS

Chula Vista, CA ***** 619-***-**** **********@*****.***

PROGRAM SUPERVISOR RESIDENTIAL COUNSELOR PRIVATE SCHOOL TEACHER

Expertise in designing, implementing, and evaluating life skills, behavior, values, and wellness programs.

A well-seasoned professional and personal coach with experience in providing health and wellness services, as well as strong knowledge and expertise in areas such as the human service field or self-care essentials, stress management, mindfulness, and lifestyle improvement. An enthusiastic and nurturing counselor, hands-on with the highest standard of special education and services which is delivered most efficiently while obtaining the best possible outcomes and better quality of life. Expertise with positive youth development programming, educational support services, and career and vocational training. A compelling hunger and passion to achieve results through intervention, consultation, quality assurance, and program planning/oversight.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Behavior Management • Counseling Psychology • Trained Pastoral Minister • Effective Instruction • Holistic Health • Debriefing Emotional Distress • Person-centered approach • Psychiatric Diagnosis • Cultural Diversity • Assessment • Personal Development • Event Planning & Coordination • Leadership & Team Player • Documentation & Record-Keeping • Organizational Planning • Self-motivated • Attention to Detail • Public Speaking • Interpersonal & Communication Skills

KEY HIGHLIGHTS

Broad knowledge of identifying the right wellness self-care, and lifestyle package mix and the program set to educate, engage, and activate people to achieve health improvement goals.

Proven experience in providing life skills sessions and related psychological interventions including program creation and implementation, supervisory roles, and budget oversight.

Encourage and support self-advocacy and be capable of identifying and addressing any problems in daily living skills.

A strategic thinker and an excellent communicator with proven success in building and executing skills service programs, impactful communication strategies, activities, and resources in a human service and special educational setting.

Appointed by Mayor John McCann and voted on by the city council, securing a prestigious three-year tenure.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Job Corps Aug 2021 – Present

Residential Supervisor

Spearheaded the development and execution of innovative programs fostering student growth and success within the residential setting, resulting in a measurable increase in student engagement and satisfaction.

Implemented robust monitoring systems to track student behavior, promptly addressing issues to maintain a positive and safe environment, leading to a 20% decrease in disciplinary incidents.

Fostered seamless collaboration among multidisciplinary teams, ensuring a cohesive and supportive atmosphere conducive to student development and well-being.

Maintained meticulous records and generated comprehensive reports on student progress, providing valuable insights for informed decision-making and program refinement.

Health and Human Services, Xator Corporation; TSM Manpower Apr 2021 – Jun 2021

Youth Care Mentor/Team Lead

Played a pivotal role in guiding students toward their next steps, serving as a positive influence for children.

Executed job duties under regular supervision while actively seeking opportunities to expand expertise. Fostered a safe environment for children and families, demonstrating skills, abilities, and knowledge conducive to their well-being.

Monitored and reported on treatment objectives for children, collaborating within designated teams. Followed up with non-profit providers to obtain medical and socio-demographic information needed to secure the safety of children.

Built supportive relationships with youth and families, implementing necessary rules and routines with emotional competence and good judgment. Completed training and coaching to provide a safe environment for unoccupied children.

Engaged youth and families in trust-based relationships, preparing them for transitions and promoting independence and respect within the community.

Go-Staff Staffing Agency Guide out Driver/Safety Inspector/Injury Reporter May 2019 – Apr 2021

Ensured teams work together to deliver quality work to strict deadlines. Monitored crew performance and made recommendations for improvement. Motivated and educated teams in areas of production, quality, and safety.

Identified problems, troubleshot, and found feasible solutions. Inspected job sites to ensure safety and decrease on-site injuries. Completed documentation necessary when workplace injury occurred.

Transported clients to and from job sites. Hired and recruited new staff for labor and construction sites.

Provided timely performance feedback to staff and timely submission of end-of-season evaluations.

Evaluated labor and material needs for tasking and assigned duties to subordinate trades staff as appropriate.

Worked directly with other departments to plan and complete tasks. Offered mentorship and support to staff with backgrounds related to substance abuse, prior incarceration, and homelessness.

Communicated professionally, both orally and in writing, with subordinates as needed to relay information they needed to be successful in their jobs. Provided communication to programs for second-chance workers.

San Diego Christian Worship Center Outreach Minister & Life Group Coordinator 2016 – 2020

City Christian Center – San Diego Senior Pastor, Counselor, and Teacher 2001 – 2016

Personal Ministry Preacher/Teacher/Conference & Workshop Speaker Nov 2003 – Present

Created and directed a variety of service and outreach opportunities. Established a plan for connecting with local churches and cultivating key partnerships. Fostered a culture of missions and assisted in pastoral care.

Offered direction, supervision, and leadership to all outreach-related programs. Met with pastors and leaders to plan the scope and format of events and reviewed administrative procedures and event progress.

Consulted with leaders to determine objectives and requirements for events such as meetings, conferences, outreach activities, and training. Facilitated successful planning and execution of all events at 400 + member congregation.

Preached the entire counsel of the Bible (Luke 4:18; Mark 16:15).

Taught God’s principles in faithfulness and sound doctrine (Matthew 28:19; Titus 1:6-9).

Delivered fruitful instruction in methods of implementation and practical application of scriptural teachings (Phil. 4:8).

Supported Youth & Young Adult Pastors in the success of various youth and young adult initiatives besides aiding in the coordination of intake ministry and orientation/support programs for new leaders/members.

Handled volunteer workers and assisted in assigning duties to paid workers.

Provided advocacy and resources, and connected people to services and housing. Supervised the triumph of Church involvement with various national organizations such as Homeless Outreach and Abused Women Shelter Coordination.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE: Gods Armor Christian Fellowship – San Diego CA Assistant Pastor 1991 – 1997

Southeast Christian Center Intern Pastor 2000 – 2001 & Site Plumber, DSI 2001 – 2007

FOD Manager General Dynamics 1991 & US Navy Boiler Tech 1987 – 1991

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Bachelor’s Arizona Christian University

Bethel Seminary, Master of Divinity 2015

San Diego City College 2012

Edutec Business College – San Diego CA 1992

Word Bible College of Escondido, CA 1991

Leadership/Training Experience

Evangelism Explosion, (Leadership Conferences) • Signs & Wonders School of Ministry, Pastor Benny Hinn, 2006 – 2011

Certifications: OSHA Certification • Food Handlers • CPR Certification

Certificate of Appointment • Privacy Protection, and Technology Advisory Commission

Professional Memberships: American Association of Christian Counselors, 2009 – 2010

Technical Flair: Windows • Familiar with MAC OS • Internet/Email • Network Installation/System Administration • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Publisher, & Outlook, Access, etc.)

Ordained

San Diego Christian Worship Center, Pastor Art Evans, Nov 2001 • World Healing Fellowship, Pastor Benny Hinn, 2008

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