Blog #3: Resume

Kayla Watkins
	25 Neptune Ave  |  Jersey City NJ 07305  |  551-208-7087  |  kmwatkins527@gmail.com
Objective
Obtain a Family Services or Social Service Internship.
Skills Profile
-     Confident in public speaking -     Well organized for filling documents and event planning -     Leads and can take charge of variety of situations -     Work well with others
Education
B.A in Family and Child Studies			2012 — 2015
Montclair State University, Montclair, NJ, 07042 -     Concentration in Family Services -     Minor in Psychology -     Certification in Child Advocacy -     GPA : 3.1
Experience
Secretary			2014 —2015
Monroe Street Movement Space, Hoboken NJ, 07030 -     Answering and making phone calls in friendly and professional manner -     Organizing and completing birthday party contracts with families. -     Creating schedules and activities for school break camps and events -     Taking credit cards and writings receipts Summer Movement Arts Camp Leader Monroe Street Movement Space -     Collaborated with a group of fellow leaders to plan camper activities. -     Supervised camp assistants in problem solving. -     Adhered to and enforced all camp rules delegated by my supervisor 2012 —2014
Activities
Member, Nations Society of Leadership and Success                                     2014-present Secretary, Le Cercle Le Francais ( The French Club)                                      2013-2014 References Available Upon Request New Resume Kayla Watkins 25 Neptune Ave | Jersey City NJ, 07305 | 551-208-7087 | kaymwatkins@outlook.com Objective To apply to Graduate School Education B.A in Family and Child Studies                                                                          May 2015 Montclair State University, Montclair NJ Concentration in Family Services, Minor in Psychology Certification in Child Advocacy GPA: 3.1 Certification Mental Health First Aid - National Council for Community Behavioral Healthcare             2015 Experience All Stars Project Inc., New York, NY Youth Programs Intern                                                                             September 2015-Present Co-Produced Programs with supervisor Input Applicant information in company database Created excel sign-in sheets for youth events Participated in community outreach Monroe Street Movement Space, Hoboken NJ                                                        2014-2015 Secretary Answer and make phone calls in a professional manner Organize and complete party contracts with families Create schedules and activities for camp school break camps and event Take credit card information and write receipts Summer Movement Arts Camp Leader                                                          Summers’ 2012-2015 Collaborated with group of fellow leaders to create camper activities Supervised camp assistants in problem solving Adhered to and enforce all camp rules and safety procedures

Blog Assignment 2

  1) Briefly describe your internship site. Provide background information of your agency that you work in this semester (e.g. location, services offered, population served, etc).

All Stars Project is located at 543 West 42nd Street In New York City. Their mission is to transform the lives of youth and poor communities using the developmental power of performance in partnership with caring adults. They offer various programs for youth from ages 12-21. As well as opportunities for adults to volunteer, donate and provide resources.

2) Discuss why you chose this site and how you think it may play a role in your future career goals.

I chose this site because I plan to start my own non profit in the community I live in in the future. I though All Stars would be an excellent place to explore all the ins and outs of a non- profit and seeing as they have been going strong since the late 90's and have expanded to many other cities in the united states; I think I can learn how to run a successful one from them.

3) Describe the physical aspects of the agency site and the neighborhood surrounding site.

The location is nestled right of the path of bustling New York City. It is just close enough to times square to be exciting but also far enough to avoid the crowds. The neighborhood is Hells Kitchen so it close to any quaint shops and restaurants along with hotels and fancy high rise apartments.

4) Although you are just starting your internship describe your initial impression of the strengths and weaknesses of the agency i.e. what areas is the agency strong and in what areas are they lacking?

My initial reaction was that it was a really cool and laid back place to work. We all have desks but they are out in the open where you are easily accessible to everyone. I think that is where their strong and where they lack. Although it is very open that also means less privacy and some peoples voices carry so it can be noisy and make it hard to concentrate. However having everything so open makes it feel more like a community and you really get to know who your working with.

5) Identify the funding source(s) for this agency (i.e. state, federal etc.)

The funding comes from private donations, fundraisers, corporate sponsors and partners

6) Tell us if you think there is an opportunity for full-time work once you graduate. Why or why not?

 I do think there is an opportunity because Samantha who connected me to All Stars started there as an intern from Montclair and they ended up offering her a position and she worked there for a year.

Blog Assignment 1

 

1) Please tell us about yourself. For example what is the funniest thing that ever happened to you or what about your makes you interesting?  

Hi , My name is Kayla I'm 22 years old and this is my last semester for my undergraduate degree. I'm from Jersey City, NJ and I live at home with my mom, dad, and barely my older brother (he is never home). I don't really have a funniest moment unless you count the cruel jokes the universe plays on me constantly. Some interesting tidbits about me are that I like to make jewelry, crochet, and I love cats.

2) Please tell us your concentration. Why did you choose this concentration?

My concentration is Family Services, I chose this major because I know I wanted to work with children but I knew I didn't want to be a teacher or guidance counselor, but I still wanted to work with children in some capacity. I figured Family Services would be the best way to better the lives of children and the plus is that I will be equipped to help the whole family!

3) What is the name of your internship site and what is your position?

I am interning at All Stars Project headquarters in NY. I am the intern for the All Star Talent Show Network and Development School for Youth.

4) What are your current career or graduate school plans? Or tell us if you plan to marry rich or travel the world or whatever your can dream of!

In an ideal world I would marry rich, travel the world, and work as a fabulously dress family Therapist who writes books.  But for right now I am thinking of applying to the Montclair and NYU counseling programs. I also would not mind working at All Stars after my internship is over. My ultimate down the road goal is to create my own non-profit. 

5) Also, tell us about your family - for example - are your parents married or not, do you live with them, do you have siblings, pets etc? What is an activity you like to share with your family? etc.

My parents have been married for 23 years and like I said before I do still live with them. (who turns down free shelter and food, am I right??) Me and my family love to drink together ironically. We like to have wine coolers and beer while we watch various tv shows and make jokes.

6) Please also write about 1 or 2 topics on the syllabus that interest you and WHY.

 I am interested in the working with LGBT&Q families because I really don't have much exposure to families and much as i have exposure to individuals in the community. I am also really interested in the in person class where we hear from graduates of the MSU  Counseling Psychology program because I am very interested in my higher education option. I have so many questions about the process.