EL-HAJJ MALIK EL-SHABAZZ
P.o Box ****,, Springfield, M A 01105
*********@*****.***
SUMMARY:
Professional with leadership skills and strong desire to contribute to the development of values and potential in youths in order to form positive individuals in our society. Highlight of Qualifications include:
● Teaching ● Counseling/Advising ● Effective Communicator
● Team Building/Development
● Microsoft Word & PowerPoint
● Community Involvement
● Handle Crises Effectively
● Youth Mentorship
● Learn new skills and tasks quickly
PROFILE:
● Highly motivated and dedicated leader dedicated to providing a positive role model for youths
● More than seven years mentoring youths and at-risk individuals
● Ability to establish cooperative, professional relationships with diverse age groups and cultures
● Experience working with individuals with behavior and/or physical disabilities
● Ability to develop a positive rapport with adolescents who are withdrawn
● Able to teach youths on how to resolve conflicts in a positive manner
● Strong team building skills in critical service collaboration
● Self-starter with keen organizer and facilitation skills, which are essential for successful group
● Provide emotional support and encouragement
● Assist with homework assignments and tutoring
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
● Work with children ages 2-10, for the reading and breakfast program at The Boys & Girls club.
● Co-facilitated and participated in a tribal truce, bringing various young men together from different street organizations to curb violence in the city of Springfield, Ma
● Served as a mentor to young men dealing with severe psychological & emotional trauma in the Massachusetts Department of Corrections.
● Served as a facilitator for The Transitional Assistance Preparation Program.
● Participated in Jericho Circles, which deals with addressing emotional trauma
● Engaged youth @ Job Corps in mentoring
● Served as a peer coordinator for the Correctional Recovery Academy
● Worked for Community Works as a facilitator, organizer and training specialist
● Worked For Roadie Deliverying Medication and Home Depot deliveries
VOLUNTEER WORK
The Movement Project
Neighbor 2 Neighbor
Arise For Social Justice
Springfield No One Leaves
Boys & Girls Club Family Center
The Greater Black Men of Springfield Organization
EDUCATION:
Graduate Equivalency Diploma (GED).
Computer Literacy Skills Certification
Western New England University
2023 Graduate Of Holyoke Community College
Recovery Coach Certificate from Gandara