Loveness Marufu
camp counselor
Harare
Summary
Enthusiastic and reliable professional takes pride in providing excellent customer service and creating memorable dining experiences for restaurant customers. Skilled in anticipating customer needs, addressing complaints and resolving issues in timely manner. Maintains focus and positive attitude in stressful situations and high-volume environments. Enthusiastic Camp Counselor with childhood education background and diverse sports knowledge. Supervised community-based children's sporting activities and promoted development of good sportsmanship and self-confidence. Excellent communications and relationship-building skills enabled achievement of desired goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Camp Counselor Volunteer
zengeza home institute
harare, zimbabwe
12.2021 - Current
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Taught socially acceptable behaviors to campers, served as role model and used age-appropriate positive reinforcement and behavior management strategies.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Monitored camper activities and attitudes and coached and encouraged lonely, homesick and disruptive campers.
- Demonstrated constant safety awareness and critically evaluated situations for potential risks.
- Set up facilities and equipment for activities, stored equipment after use and notified camp director of broken or unsafe equipment.
- Supervised groups of children in log cabins for sleepaway camp.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
- Reported suspicious or disruptive behavior and policy violations to supervisor.
Nanny/Caregiver, Special Needs
chivero Home
harare, harare
11.2020 - 08.2023
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Administered basic first-aid and medication in emergency situations.
- Developed and implemented behavior management strategies to minimize indiscipline and guide children in attaining positive behavior.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
Sunday School Teacher Volunteer
amen christian church
harare, mashonalandeast
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Education
High School -
St'marys High School
Harare Zimbabwe 01.2023 - 11.2023
Certificate - FIRST AID,CPR,EAD
Alison
05.2023 - 06.2023
DIPLOMA - CAREGIVER
ALISON
04.2023 - 06.2023
Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Community Safety
- Protocol Adherence
- Group Supervision
- Occupational Therapy
- Safety Management
- Safety Techniques
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Medical Assistance
- Developing Social Skills
- 3D Rendering
- Arts and Crafts
- Emergency Procedures
- Emotional Support
- Child Safety
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Giving up you is not an option
Loveness
Timeline
Certificate - FIRST AID,CPR,EAD
Alison
05.2023 - 06.2023
DIPLOMA - CAREGIVER
ALISON
04.2023 - 06.2023
High School -
St'marys High School
01.2023 - 11.2023
Camp Counselor Volunteer
zengeza home institute
12.2021 - Current
Nanny/Caregiver, Special Needs
chivero Home
11.2020 - 08.2023
Sunday School Teacher Volunteer
amen christian church
02.2018 - 03.2020
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