Nina Strauss
Richmond
Summary
I am a current VCU student enrolled in the Bachelors of Social Work Program in the college of Science and Humanities. My time here at VCU has been spent either in class or participating in the Rams In recovery Scholars program and Sober Living residency. I am Adopted from another country and am passionate about helping young children and their families through the immigration and adoption process.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sober Dorm Manager
Rams In Recovery
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Promoted safe recovery initiative among students enrolled in Rams In Recovery Sober Living.
- Hold and organize incoming sober residents housing orientation.
- Hold weekly house meetings.
- Communicate with peer support specialists.
Store Associate
Ross Department Store
03.2022 - 10.2024
- Executed daily visual merchandising tasks to promote new arrivals and seasonal promotions.
- Managed cash register operations to ensure accurate transactions and excellent customer service.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Maintained a clean and safe shopping environment for customers through regular cleaning and monitoring of store conditions.
- Enhanced shopping experience with attentive customer service and prompt issue resolution.
After School Care Counselor
Northern Virginia Jewish Community Center
12.2009 - 05.2013
- Implementing a safety criteria among participants to guide, maintain and promote healthy boundaries for students K-12.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress and available resources within the after school care community.
- Supported student transitions between grade levels or schools by providing guidance on academic expectations, social adjustments, and emotional wellbeing.
- Promoted diversity awareness through inclusive program planning while addressing various cultural backgrounds and experiences.
Education
Bachelors of Social Work - Social Work
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05-2026
High School Diploma -
Woodson High School
Fairfax, VA05-2013
Skills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Task delegation
- Goal setting
- Relationship building
- Conflict resolution
- Clear communication
- Safety procedures
- Coaching and mentoring
Timeline
Sober Dorm Manager
Rams In Recovery
08.2024 - 12.2024
Store Associate
Ross Department Store
03.2022 - 10.2024
After School Care Counselor
Northern Virginia Jewish Community Center
12.2009 - 05.2013
Bachelors of Social Work - Social Work
Virginia Commonwealth University
High School Diploma -
Woodson High School
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