Latasha Harris
Durham,NC
Summary
Professional, experienced, and ready to contribute in volunteer capacity. Skilled in team collaboration, adaptable to changing needs, and focused on achieving impactful results. Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, ensuring reliable support and effective teamwork.
Community-focused professional with background in volunteer initiatives, contributing to meaningful projects that enhance community well-being. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in dynamic environments. Reliable and committed to fostering positive outcomes through collaborative efforts.
Attentive social service specialist with background providing professional observation, assessment and individualized services. Seasoned at teaching skills to boost quality of life and promote positive interactions. Focused on delivering and propelling seamless care through consultation with caregivers.
Caring professional prepared to deliver case management and client advocacy. Dedicated to helping others achieve progress toward goals and meet specific needs. Wide-ranging knowledge of applicable services and professionals appropriate for clients.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer
DPC
08.2024 - Current
- Coordinated volunteer activities for the smooth execution of events.
- Enhanced community awareness, participating in local meetings and discussions.
- Help assist people to their seats and to have a good time when coming to the Dpac.
- Assisted in organizing community events to engage residents and foster a sense of community.
- Enhanced team collaboration with effective communication and task delegation.
- Provided hands-on support for event setup and teardown to ensure smooth operations.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Babysitter
Family Members
02.2022 - Current
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
Vice President
Youth Move
12.2018 - 06.2020
- Attending board meetings
- Acting as backup for the President
- Talking with government officials
- Serving as a mental health official in committees
- Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
- Managed financial planning and budgeting processes, ensuring fiscal responsibility and maximizing return on investments.
- Led cross-functional teams to complete major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
- Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
Secretary
Youth Move
12.2016 - 06.2020
- Keeping records on file
- Taking notes
- Communication with youth members and the adults in their life
- Printing materials
- In charge of scheduling
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling appointments and meetings to optimize time management.
- Maintained accurate records of office expenses, assisting in budget preparation and cost control efforts.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by providing support to colleagues when needed in various tasks or projects.
Volunteer
Youth Move Nc
12.2016 - 06.2020
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Promoted environmental awareness with educational workshops and hands-on activities.
- Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
- Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
Volunteer
Becoming Durham
08.2013 - 06.2016
- Advocating for youth with mental health needs
- Traveling locally to share personal stories
- Tabling discussions at youth summits
- Informing the community about the mission
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Education
Associate of Arts - AAS
Durham Tech Community College
Durham, NC05.2026
CNA Certification -
Durham Tech Community College
Durham, NC12.2016
Peer Educator Certification -
Youth Move
Durham10.2015
High School Diploma -
Hillside High School
Durham, NC06.2015
Skills
- Communications
- Team Building
- Presenting
- Speaking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Positive attitude
- Organized and efficient
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Documented and resolved not having many people come in which led to doing double time to make up the difference .
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Certification
- Peer educator oct 2015
- Cna certification December 2015
- Leadership journey durhamtech april2019
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Interests
- Enjoy creating and following travel blogs and vlogs
- Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
- Gardening
- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities
- Volunteering
- Outdoor Recreation
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- I like looking at the stars and learning about constellations
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Knitting and Crocheting
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
- Strategy Games
- Blogging/Vlogging
- Animal Care
- Reading
- Volunteering at local animal shelters and rescue organizations
- Fashion and Style
- Wine Tasting
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Food Blogging
- Sharing recipes, cooking tips, and culinary experiences through blogs and social media platforms
- Food justice advocate, working to address food insecurity and promote access to healthy, affordable food
- Food Photography
- Enjoy experimenting with different ingredients and flavors in the kitchen
- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
- Video Gaming
- App Development
- Video Game Design
- Supporting STEM education initiatives and mentorship programs
Timeline
Volunteer
DPC
08.2024 - Current
Babysitter
Family Members
02.2022 - Current
Vice President
Youth Move
12.2018 - 06.2020
Volunteer
Youth Move Nc
12.2016 - 06.2020
Secretary
Youth Move
12.2016 - 06.2020
Volunteer
Becoming Durham
08.2013 - 06.2016
Associate of Arts - AAS
Durham Tech Community College
CNA Certification -
Durham Tech Community College
Peer Educator Certification -
Youth Move
High School Diploma -
Hillside High School
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