Brycen Ricker
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with experience at Kids Place Inc., excelling in peer counseling and child supervision. Proven ability to foster teamwork and promote healthy habits among children. Skilled in problem-solving and maintaining a safe environment, ensuring the well-being of campers through attentive role modeling and empathetic communication.
Personable and empathetic, with genuine passion for helping others achieve emotional well-being. Possesses foundational understanding in psychological principles and effective communication techniques, with focus on active listening and problem-solving. Committed to fostering positive change and providing support to individuals in need.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Counselor
Kids Place Inc.
10.2023 - Current
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as positive role model and mentor to provide campers with constructive guidance and promote healthy habits and attitudes.
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement.
- Assisted with maintenance and upkeep of campgrounds to promote clean environment.
- Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
- Encouraged team building to increase camaraderie, trust and rapport.
Host
Aubreys
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, effectively managing large parties or unexpected events during busy shifts.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
- Took reservations and to-go orders by phone, answered customer questions, and informed of accurate wait times.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly greeting and seating guests upon arrival.
Lifeguard
Wilderness At The Smokies
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
Education
Associates - Business Management
Pellissippi State Community College
Knoxville, TN05-2026
High School Diploma -
Carter High School
Knoxville, TN05-2023
Skills
- Peer counseling
- Behavior modification
- Problem-solving
- Patience and empathy
- Compassionate communication
- Attention to detail
- Role modeling
- Child supervision
- Child Development Understanding
Timeline
Counselor
Kids Place Inc.
10.2023 - Current
Host
Aubreys
02.2023 - 04.2023
Lifeguard
Wilderness At The Smokies
05.2022 - 08.2022
Associates - Business Management
Pellissippi State Community College
High School Diploma -
Carter High School
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