Christian Banner
Los Angeles
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional with experience at the Child Mind Institute, skilled in problem-solving and team leadership. Successfully engaged youth through interactive mental health workshops, enhancing community service awareness. Proven ability to foster positive engagement and deliver impactful presentations, demonstrating a commitment to promoting mental health services for minority groups.
Energetic and compassionate, with natural ability to connect with and inspire children. Possesses valuable knowledge in child development and safety, coupled with skills in organizing engaging activities and managing groups. Committed to creating positive and inclusive experiences for children that promtess growth and enjoyment for all participants.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Counselor
Special Needs Network
07.2023 - Current
- For the past two summers, I worked with special needs children age 5-16 children of various interests, skills, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
Mental Health Youth Intern
Child Mind Institute
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Enhanced youth engagement by implementing interactive mental health workshops and activities.
- Served as a positive role model for peers within the intern cohort, demonstrating commitment and dedication to our shared goals.
- Broadened understanding of the value of community service through hands-on experience within a nonprofit organization, inspiring ongoing commitment to promote mental health services for minority groups.
Youth Mental Health Student
Child Mind Institute
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Collaborated with other youth on learning mental health science, practice, and communications through project based learning.
- Enhanced presentation skills by utilizing multimedia presentations and interactive learning tools.
- Completed the 150 hour paid program with rigorous readings and presented a culminating project on youth mental health.
Education
No Degree -
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA05-2029
High School Diploma -
St. Monica Preparatory
Santa Monica, CA06-2025
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Positive engagement
- Team leadership
- Patience and understanding
- Youth mentorship
- Team collaboration
- Safety awareness
Timeline
Mental Health Youth Intern
Child Mind Institute
06.2024 - 07.2024
Camp Counselor
Special Needs Network
07.2023 - Current
Youth Mental Health Student
Child Mind Institute
06.2023 - 08.2023
No Degree -
California State University, Northridge
High School Diploma -
St. Monica Preparatory
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