yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

14843 leicester ct. • centreville, va 20120

xxx-xxx-xxxx • abc@xyz.com

 

 

current master s student in human services eager to contribute broad-scope training toward supporting a dynamic organization in patient counseling.

 

profile

 

• offer solid and progressive academic training as a life skills counselor, experienced in guiding depressed or mentally ill patients in the development of coping skills.
• capable of staying focused and maintaining a calm demeanor in high-pressure situations while exhibiting high quality, diplomatic patient/member services interaction.
• excellent interpersonal skills, able to work and grow with continued flexibility among others in supervisory and supportive staffing roles.
• proven ability to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality and uphold the ethical standards of the profession.
• recognized as dependable professional, with considerable resourcefulness and creativity, skilled in handling the public in a professional yet sensitive manner.
• adept at blending strong decision-making abilities with outstanding organizational skills, solid leadership attributes, and successful interpersonal relationship-building techniques.
• technical proficiency in microsoft office suite, excel, access, and banner.
• fluent in american sign language.

 

professional education

masters in human service liberty university                                                             anticipated graduation may 2010

 

bachelors of science in psychology and american sign language gardner-webb university                            2006

presented experiment on anxiety among college students for gardner-webb university in conjunction with the psychology dept identifying differences in male/female athletes. april, 2006

 

professional experience

 

school aged child care teacher fairfax county department of family services                                  2006-present

• effectively supervise 70 children before and after school, prepare life skill lessons, team work activities and tutoring sessions for under-performing children.
• consistently communicate pertinent information to parents and students regarding behavior.

 

intern/support counselor adventure house                                                                                                        2006

• actively counseled mentally ill adults, guiding patients toward individualized goals focusing on current situations and problems.
• collaborated with staff in the preparation and service of meals for members, ensuring compliance with federal health standards.
• successfully mentored patients in extracurricular activities, encouraging personal growth through plays and social activities.
• responsible for teaching american sign language to multiple mentally challenged patients.

 

manager/seasonal sales associate lane bryant                                                                                            2004-2006

• effectively trained and directed 5-member staff and actively collaborated in operational functions such as preparing work schedules, evaluating performance and providing guidance/mentoring.
• consistently ensured delivery of quality customer service vital to sustaining and growing clientele base.

 

financial planning office assistant gardner-webb university                                                                    2002-2005

• sharp business acumen and experienced assisting in a broad scope of operations, from maintaining office flow, answering financial aid questions and filing to collecting mail, sorting promissory notes and award letters in accordance with university standards.

 

supervising day care teacher and counselor church of the apostles                                                      2000-2007

• created safe, comfortable, and fun learning environment for children, ages 2-12.
• planned a full range of age-appropriate actives and lessons to encourage childhood social and mental development.

yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

14843 leicester ct. • centreville, va 20120

xxx-xxx-xxxx • abc@xyz.com

 

 

 

 

 

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dear__________________:

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity as a life skills counselor and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional training includes experience in guiding depressed or mentally ill patients in the development of coping skills. an examination of my credentials will confirm that i am a skilled professional who thrives in a challenging work environment. i am driven, independently motivated, and results-oriented. i enjoy a challenge and work hard to achieve success. it is my practice to operate within a strict conduct of professionalism and integrity with my patients. to complement this background, i offer dynamic communication, organization and relationship management skills.

 

as an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance.  i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your company, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

 

 

christine marsh