Development Representative Youth

Douglas Lloyd

Location: **** Ridgecrest Court, SE, Unit 101, Washington, DC 20020

Phone: 202-***-****

Email: **********@*****.***

Summary

A dedicated and versatile professional with a strong background in culinary arts, youth mentoring, and professional driving. Consistently adapts to new challenges, learns quickly, and contributes positively to any team or organization. Experience

Youth Development Representative DYRS, DC Government 03/2024 - Present

● Responsible for the rehabilitation, direct supervision, and positive engagement of youth in custody.

● Focused on interacting with troubled youth to support their treatment and development, adhering to the principles of positive youth development.

● Collaborated as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure the safe, secure, and humane treatment of youth in custody.

Driver Alto DC Washington, DC 04/2022 - 05/2024

● Achieved high customer satisfaction scores through exceptional service delivery.

● Optimized routes using GPS to meet delivery schedules and reduce fuel consumption.

● Conducted pre-trip inspections and reported any issues to supervisors.

● Safely transported clients to designated locations, ensuring punctuality and adherence to safety protocols.

● Documented daily operational data, including mileage and fuel usage, to maintain accurate records.

Group Home Counselor Malcolm X Assisted Living Washington, DC 02/2023 - 02/2024

● Served as a positive role model, guiding clients in developing essential daily living skills, self-care practices, and appropriate social interactions.

● Facilitated and supervised clients in completing residential chores, preparing meals, and participating in group activities to promote independence and teamwork.

● Ensured clients were connected with primary care providers and assisted them in identifying and accessing community resources to support their well-being.

● Actively participated in staff meetings and shift change discussions to ensure continuity of care and effective communication among team members.

● Maintained professional boundaries with clients and staff, fostering a respectful and supportive environment.

Youth Mentor Counselor GrowupGrowout (Credible Messenger) Washington, DC 04/2021 - 03/2024

● Provided mentorship to individuals, sharing life experiences to enhance self-esteem and social skills.

● Developed and implemented programs to promote independent functioning and community interaction.

● Utilized social media to communicate initiatives and foster community engagement. Cook Regional Addiction Prevention INC Washington, DC 04/2021 - 12/2022

● Led and trained kitchen staff to improve service quality and operational efficiency.

● Managed food preparation, ensuring adherence to safety standards and sanitation practices.

● Coordinated kitchen operations, ensuring timely preparation and delivery of meals.

● Maintained high standards of food quality and consistency in a fast-paced environment. Education and Training

GED

Washington DC Department of Education Washington, DC 04/1995 1 Year of College

University of the District of Columbia (UDC)

Credible Messenger Boot Camp

Youth Services Washington, DC

Certifications

● Certification in Clinical Documentation Writing Encounter Notes

● Certification in DC Department of Behavioral Health Compliance and Accountability

● Certification in Restorative Justice for Juveniles Department of Juvenile Justice, Washington DC

● Restorative Justice Experience DYRS

● WAIT Certification (Washington Aggression Initiative Training)

● Certified Culinary Arts Department of Labor

● Certified in Food Handling Department of Labor

● Enhancing Communication Skills Certification

● Effective Directing and Delegating as a Manager Certification

● Getting Started in Excel 2016 for Windows Certification

● Scrum Foundation Scrum Team & Collaboration Certification

● Expanding Your Communication Skill Set Certification

● Building Your Emotional Intelligence Skill Certification

● Overcoming Barriers to Effective Listening Certification

● Promoting a Positive Work Environment Certification

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