Dynamic Youth Development Specialist with Crisis Intervention

Rebecca Clement

1-917-***-**** *****************@*****.*** New York, NY 10038

Dynamic Youth Development Specialist with extensive experience at St Christopher Organization, skilled in forensic interviewing and crisis intervention. Proven track record in program evaluation and community outreach, empowering youth through individualized planning and conflict resolution. Successfully enhanced service delivery, ensuring a safe environment and fostering positive youth development initiatives. Compassionate community and social service specialist with background in developing and implementing programs that serve diverse populations. Skilled in crisis intervention, case management, and program development to address various social issues. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with community members and stakeholders leading to enhanced support networks and improved outcomes for clients. Have made significant contributions to team efforts through innovative problem-solving and commitment to continuous improvement in service delivery. Service-focused Youth Development Specialist dedicated to helping disadvantaged youth and juvenile offenders. Runs successful programs with diverse activities and educational strategies. Skilled in keeping programs on-track and coordinating work of both paid and volunteer staff.

SUMMARY

• Behavioral management

• Program evaluation

• Forensic interviewing

• Case management

• Community outreach

• Individualized planning

• Conflict resolution

• Career planning

• Resource negotiation

• Crisis intervention

• Public speaking

SKILLS

Youth Development Specialist 06/2023 - 02/2025

St Christopher organization The Bronx, NY

• Encouraged a safe environment by implementing behavioral expectations and providing appropriate supervision during all activities.

• Verified program performance against goals by assessing regular reports, identified areas in need of improvement and handled service delivery, internal operations, and program outreach.

• Worked with law enforcement and local child advocacy centers to conduct forensic interviews for abused children.

• Monitored progress of assigned cases throughout program participation.

• Empowered patients and families to negotiate with resource providers and make decisions on own behalf.

• Facilitated group activities and workshops on topics such as career planning, conflict resolution, and college preparation.

• Provided assertive community-based rehabilitation and case management services to high-risk mentally ill patients.

• Organized community outreach events to promote positive youth development initiatives. EXPERIENCE

12/2021 - 06/2023

04/2021 - 06/2022

06/2017 - 03/2019

• Developed individualized service plans for youth based on identified needs.

• Provided case management services to assist youth in meeting their goals through referrals and advocacy efforts.

Youth Development Specialist

Rising Ground The Bronx, New York

• Encouraged a safe environment by implementing behavioral expectations and providing appropriate supervision during all activities.

• Verified program performance against goals by assessing regular reports, identified areas in need of improvement and handled service delivery, internal operations, and program outreach.

• Worked with law enforcement and local child advocacy centers to conduct forensic interviews for abused children.

• Monitored progress of assigned cases throughout program participation.

• Maintained accurate records and documented client data in company databases.

• Empowered patients and families to negotiate with resource providers and make decisions on own behalf.

• Facilitated group activities and workshops on topics such as career planning, conflict resolution, and college preparation.

Office Administrative Assistant

Case manger The Bronx, NY

• Provided product shipment logistical support and quality control by coordinating with vendors, resulting in increased revenue.

• Produced and distributed memos, newsletters, and other forms of communication.

• Scheduled and coordinated meetings and travel arrangements for staff.

• Answered incoming calls in a timely manner and directed them appropriately.

• Developed and implemented filing systems, both digital and physical, improving document organization and retrieval efficiency.

• Provided administrative support to multiple departments within the organization.

• Obtained scanned records and uploaded to database. Office Assistant

Edison Home Health Care Brooklyn, New York

• Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel to track expenses and other financial data related to the office budget.

• Assisted in the onboarding process for new hires by preparing workspaces and materials.

• Conducted research and compiled data for reports and projects.

• Monitored and directed work of lower-level clerks.

• Utilized office equipment such as printers, copiers, and fax machines efficiently.

• Managed office supply inventory by tracking orders and ensuring adequate stock levels are maintained at all times.

• Sorted and distributed incoming mail, dispersing to appropriate departments and personnel.

High School Diploma 06/2011

Life Academy High School, Brooklyn, New York

EDUCATION AND

TRAINING

LANGUAGES English:

Full Professional

Spanish:

Professional

CERTIFICATIONS • American safety CPR

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ACTIVITIES AND HONORS

REFERENCES References available upon request.

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