Accomplished mentor with a focus on driving personal and professional growth across varied demographics. Demonstrated success in developing leadership capabilities and communication skills while fostering self-awareness. Impactful contributions include transforming individual behaviors and enhancing group interactions. Proficient in establishing nurturing settings that facilitate effective learning and development.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Stand-Up Forklift Operator
McCormick & Company
Gretna
02.2023 - Current
Streamlined order fulfillment by picking items efficiently and correctly.
Educated new employees on effective use of stand-up forklifts.
Confirmed shipment accuracy by cross-referencing shipping documents.
Forklift Operator
SYSCO Food Services
Harahan
02.2023 - Current
Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
Mentor, At-Risk Youth
Elayne Hunts Correctional Center
Saint Gabriel
01.2000 - 10.2017
Maintained detailed records of interactions with each mentee for documentation purposes.
Encouraged open dialogue between mentor and mentee about personal experiences, feelings, and emotions.
Participated in trainings related to best practices for working with at-risk youth.
Supported the overall well-being of at-risk youth through advocacy efforts when going back into the community.
Established a safe environment that allowed for open communication between mentors and mentees.
Facilitated workshops on topics such as communication, goal setting, and decision making.
Conducted assessments of at-risk men strengths and weaknesses to determine appropriate interventions.
Counseled individuals or groups on problem solving techniques.
Monitored progress of mentees against established goals.
Actively listened to concerns expressed by participants during conversations.
Motivated participants towards achieving personal goals set forth by themselves or others.
Developed strategies to help young people develop self-esteem and healthy coping skills.
Education
GED -
John Erhet
Marrero, LA
05-1984
Skills
Employee training and workshop facilitation
Safety compliance
Order fulfillment
Goal setting and problem solving
Communication skills
Advocacy and motivational techniques
Team building and conflict resolution
Affiliations
I volunteer time mentoring the football team at John Ehret High School in Marrero, La.
I volunteer speaking with young men entering Elayn Hunts Correctional Center for the first time, troubled incarcerated young men or young men expecting to be released back into the community.
I have volunteered with the T Boy organization (Taking Back Our Youth ). Speaking with at risk young men in the Orleans/Jefferson Parish communities.