Richard O Kennedy

“Rick”

***** ******** ****

Waverly MO 64096

adp02r@r.postjobfree.com

Objective:

To create and maintain a positive work environment by strong communication and problem solving without conflict. To guide and recognize the needs of each client so a successful treatment and educational plan is in place. To provide a positive male role model to build a good foundation of healthy morals and respect so they develop into positive young men. To supervise and teach life lessons to build character and introduce the meaning of old fashion values the way my grandfather taught me.

Experience:

WAVERLY REGIONAL YOUTH CENTER Waverly MO 64096

Youth Services Supervisor/Specialist (YGL) 07/15/2018 to 9/30/2021

Retired

Supervises, trains, and evaluates staff members of the treatment teams; supervises staff in the treatment process; and assists in training and career development activities.

Serves as the "group leader" in guiding the group interaction process.

Interacts critically and constructively with staff members to develop and implement successful treatment techniques.

Assists in the oversight of an outdoor program, instructs youth in outdoor skills, and evaluates the application of such skills in scheduled activities.

Communicates with court and community-based staff regarding each youth's progress, placement plans, and family issues; prepares reports regarding youth's progress, adjustments, and related matters.

Keeps staff informed of significant behavioral conditions known about an individual and/or the group.

Ability to work a variety of shifts, weekends, holidays, and overtime; and the ability to respond to crises situations.

Education Youth Specialist 05/2018 to 07/15/2018

Support youth in the acquisition of a high school diploma and facilitate learning in a safe environment.

Mediate between teacher/youth in classroom, support teacher in the educational setting, assist youth in daily class work and credit recovery.

Youth Specialist II 09/2004 to 05/2018

Provide care, safety and supervision of youth in a therapeutic environment.

Establish trust and rapport with youth.

Supervise daily activities/treatment plans of youth, weekly reports one-on-one treatment and supervision.

Accompany youth to medical and psychiatric appointments.

Maintain safe environment for daily activities, attend and supervise outings and sporting events.

Train staff for secure transport

Train staff in bus operation

Coach youth football and basketball

Certified emergency response training (CERT)

KENNEDY LANDSCAPE SERVICE Waverly MO 64096

Owner Operator 03/1984 to 09/2004

Managing daily business operations, customer service, employee hire and fire, scheduling and delegating job duties.

Education:

MISSOURI VALLEY COLLEGE Marshall MO 65340

Physical Education Studies 1979 to 1982

4 years varsity football, 2 years Vice President Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity

Personal:

Excellent work ethic and dedication to responsibilities, strong leadership skills, understanding of conflict resolution and problem solving through mutual respect.

References:

Available upon request.

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