Joshua Taylor
Brampton,ON
Summary
Dedicated Program Coordinator and Youth Engagement Specialist with a proven track record in fostering positive youth development and community engagement. Managed and coordinated programs at the Boys and Girls Club of Peel, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while actively facilitating youth engagement. Demonstrated leadership as a Program Supervisor at the Harriet Tubman Community Organization, overseeing program delivery and staff coordination, and implementing strategies that enhanced community participation and youth outcomes. Skilled in building relationships with diverse stakeholders, designing impactful programs, and empowering young people to achieve their full potential.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Engagement Facillitator/ Summer Program Super Visor
Harriet Tubman Community Organization
2024.02 - Current
- Facilitated meaningful connections and interactions with local youth
- Played a key role in fostering collaborative relationships with outside organizations during workshops
- Managed logistics for travel arrangements.
- Led summer program groups of students to learn about culturally related activities.
- Boosted student confidence and performance with ongoing feedback, support, and encouragement.
- Planned and delivered a 10-week culturally relevant program.
Program Coordinator
Boys and Girls Club
2020.01 - 2024.04
- Established relationships with community members as well as outside organizations
- Organized and conducted online sessions using Google Meets
- Organized Black history month performance for city of Mississauga to celebrate cultural diversity
- Developed and oversaw multiple program initiatives.
- Maintained detailed records of program activities and participant data, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
Volunteer
Blue House Foster Home
2021.09 - 2021.12
- Assisted in teaching life skills, including money management and household chores, to children with autism in foster home setting.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Provided support to those with ASD in their daily activities
Education
Advanced Diploma in Child and Youth Care Candidate - Child And Youth Care
Humber College, Toronto
Toronto, ON11.2024
Skills
- Group leadership
- Activity Planning
- Student Engagement
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Proficient computer skills
- Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Technical communication skills
- Community Outreach
- Facilitation Techniques
Certification
- G Licenses Driver
- CPR-C/AED
- Hi-5 certification
References
References available upon request
Hobbies and Interests
- Basketball
- Reading
- Football
- Cooking
Timeline
Youth Engagement Facillitator/ Summer Program Super Visor
Harriet Tubman Community Organization
2024.02 - Current
Volunteer
Blue House Foster Home
2021.09 - 2021.12
Program Coordinator
Boys and Girls Club
2020.01 - 2024.04
Advanced Diploma in Child and Youth Care Candidate - Child And Youth Care
Humber College, Toronto
- G Licenses Driver
- CPR-C/AED
- Hi-5 certification
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