Adama A. Camara
Los Angeles
Summary
Recent psychology graduate from California State University, Northridge with experience as a Career Peer Educator, Outreach Assistant, and Student Ambassador. Skilled in mentorship, role modeling, one-on-one coaching, and engaged learning.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Career Peer Educator (Managemnt/ Admin Specialist)
CSUN Career Center
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Offered guidance to students on crafting clear and impactful resumes and cover letters during one-on-one consultations.
- Helped students navigate through the intricacies of job search on Handshake, CareerLink and LinkedIn platforms
- Delivered engaging presentations on subject matters like selecting a major and career exploration in U100 classrooms.
- Engaged in various career-specific activities and seminars
- Contributed to various career center projects and presentations
- Participate in weekly mandatory career center trainings while collaborating with team members to discuss related resources
- Developed and maintained an organized timeline for important dates in the program
- Increased participation in peer education sessions by promoting awareness about scheduled events via email outreach.
- Assisted in maintaining team focus and adherence to timelines by consistently communicating project details
- Handled responses for emails addressed to the Career Peer Educator inbox from students and faculty members.
- Produced a detailed and user-friendly administrative guidebook for use by future peer educators.
CalFresh Outreach Student Assistant
CSUN Food Pantry
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Conducted pre-screen interviews both in-person and over the phone
- Provided support for CALFRESH applications, scheduling and conducting appointments remotely.
- Contributed to SAR-7 and annual recertification application meetings conducted remotely through zoom
- Knowledgeable about CalFresh and protocols, ensuring efficient operations
- Assisted at CSUN food pantry, distributing groceries, produce, and toiletries to students.
- Collaborated with CSUN pop-up food pantry team to raise awareness about Calfresh and available resources for students experiencing food insecurity.
- Distributed resources during student sessions, providing information on CalFresh assistance
SMC Student Ambassador
Santa Monica College - Welcome Center
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Provided support to students through on-ground and online channels
- Aided students in navigating college resources effectively
- Took part in workshops for first-year and continuing students, providing assistance during discussions, Q&A sessions, and delivering presentations on relevant subjects
- Established connections between students and counseling services.
- Conducted engaging campus tours
- Effectively addressed inquiries and resolved issues through phone communication
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, Northridge
05-2024
Skills
- Peer support
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Student Motivation and Engagement
Certification
- QPR certification
Timeline
Career Peer Educator (Managemnt/ Admin Specialist)
CSUN Career Center
05.2023 - 05.2024
CalFresh Outreach Student Assistant
CSUN Food Pantry
03.2023 - 08.2023
SMC Student Ambassador
Santa Monica College - Welcome Center
08.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
California State University, Northridge
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