Energetic, focused, and results-driven professional with solid qualifi

LASHAY R. POATES

*** ******* ******, #*** *********, CA 92507 951-***-**** *******@*****.***

MILITARY FAMILY & LIFE COUNSELERS

Energetic, focused, and results-driven professional with solid qualifications and experience to support human and social services functions including juvenile counseling, behavioral therapy, investigations, criminal justice, and case management. Highly adept at working effectively both independently and collaboratively as a contributing member of an inter-disciplinary team in challenging and emotionally charged environments. Exceptional ability to establish positive working relationships with colleagues, management, and people from diverse backgrounds.

Key Qualifications:

Quickly learn and master new systems, processes, and job responsibilities to produce significant contributions.

Possess natural interpersonal skills required to establish and maintain positive relationships with all individuals.

Solid reputation for professionalism, honesty, and integrity as well as maintaining a high level of work quality.

AREAS OF STRENGTH

§ Clinical/Social/Human Services § Educating/Counseling/Coaching Building Rapport/Relationships

§ Program Development /Delivery § Local/State/Federal Regulations § Assessing Personality/Behavior

§ Team Collaboration/Leadership § Coordinating Resources/Service § Analyzing/Resolving Problems

§ Investigate/Source Information § Program Evaluation/Monitoring Flexibility/Sensitivity/Patience

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Facilitator / Counselor, Moreno Valley Christian Preschool, Moreno Valley, CA 2005 – Present

Accountable for utilizing well developed counseling, therapy, psychology, and social skills while partnering with school administration, community resources, and parents to facilitate the emotional and educational growth and development of students. Promote literacy and early education while adhering to the school's vision and mission.

Selected Contributions:

• Coordinate and deliver activities to meet the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs of the students.

• Create weekly and monthly schedules of activities including development of culturally appropriate programs.

• Work closely with school staff to establish policies and procedures including acceptable disciplinary methods.

• Actively participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of school goals and student objectives.

• Maintain knowledge of relevant federal, state, and municipal rules, regulations, and laws pertaining to children.

• Facilitate early education and keep parents informed of program expectations and activities and child progress.

• Support students with making positive behavioral choices and take disciplinary measures when appropriate.

• Identify emotional and physical needs of each student and communicate them to staff, teachers, and parents.

• Promote positive social interactions between students and maintain high standards for behavior and safety.

• Collaborate when needed with agencies, community programs, and non-profit organizations to make referrals.

Additional Experience:

• Facilitator of Childhood Education, Jan Peterson Child Development, Moreno Valley, CA (2004 – 2005)

• Facilitator of Childhood Education, Children's World Learning Center, Moreno Valley, CA (2003 – 2004)

EDUCATION

Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology, Argosy University, Ontario, CA (2012)

Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice, University of Phoenix, Ontario, CA (2008)

Certification and Training: First Aid / CRP Certification

Computer Skills: Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Publisher/Access), Microsoft Visio, Typing, Data Entry, Adobe (Illustrator/Photoshop), PC/Windows Applications, Databases/Systems, and HTML/Websites

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