Youth Development Specialist Resume

Youth development specialists have to develop programs that offer best education to the participants. They will monitor the progress, development and welfare of youth and report the same to the authorities as and when required. To present these core aspects of the job to the employer, follow this resume sample written for a youth development position.

Sample of Youth Development Specialist Resume

Casey Bloom
604 Harmony Lane
Pleasant Hill, CA, 94688
(925) 444-1578

Career Objective:
To obtain a position of a youth development specialist where my strong management and organizational skills can put in use for overall development of community and neighborhood youth.

Summary of Skills:

More than five years of experience as a youth development specialist
Proficiency in computer applications
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong management and organization skills
Ability to understand and communicate relevant information to people

Work Experience:

Youth Development Specialist, 2010 to present
Central States SER Jobs for Progress, Inc, Pleasant Hill, CA

Provide quality case management service leading participants to self-sufficiency
Develop and execute action plans with participants
Interview participants to gather information to assess service needs
Work with all staff to ensure each participant on caseload receives proper support
Allocate equal time for individual participants as needed to assist with progress
Follow up with youth and employers after placement
Perform site visits for youth in workshops and classes
Work in partnership with appropriate public and private agencies that provide services to the students and families

Youth Development Specialist, 2007 to 2010
Contra Costa County Office of Education - Pleasant Hill, CA

Organized complex academic development issues for local youth education organizations
Coordinated youth employment programs
Maintained communication and a positive relationship with other team members
Assisted in the writing and organization of all proposals and grant applications
Responsible for communicating discipline issues with direct supervisor
Provided choices for youth and assisted them in making positive decisions
Maintained working knowledge of all program statements of work and performance goals
Maintained knowledge in current field by attending seminars, workshops

Educational Background:

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration
University of California - Berkeley - 2007