Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Awards
Timeline
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Devon K. Leacock

Brooklyn

Summary

I am an organized and dependable candidate who is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. I have the willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals whilst being an advocate for progress and development.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Boatswain’s Mate (BM)

United States Navy
11.2024 - 01.2025
  • Supervise the maintenance of the ship both interior and exterior
  • Standing watch as lookout or Boatswain Mate of the Watch
  • Repairing, maintaining and stowing equipment
  • Training, directing and supervising ship’s maintenance personnel
  • Operating sound-powered communication equipment
  • Serving as a member of damage control, emergency and security alert teams
  • Transferring supplies between ships while at sea
  • Operating small boats, tugs, barges and other small craft
  • Serving as flight deck crew during helicopter operations and amphibious operations
  • Directing boat crews in landing and rescue operations

Direct Support Professional

Heartshare Human Services of New York
05.2022 - 08.2024
  • Provide individualized support and care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
  • Assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as personal hygiene, dressing, eating, and grooming
  • Administering scheduled and as needed medications
  • Helping individuals develop life skills, including communication, problem-solving, and decision-making
  • Assisting with transportation to appointments or outings
  • Advocating for their rights and needs
  • Communicating effectively with individuals, families, and other professionals
  • Maintaining accurate records of services provided
  • Reporting any concerns or incidents promptly
  • Following safety protocols and procedures
  • Recognizing and responding to emergencies
  • Providing basic emotional or psychological support

Auxiliary Firefighter

Trinidad and Tobago Auxiliary Fire Services
11.2020 - 12.2021
  • Responding to fire, rescue, and medical emergencies
  • Providing first aid and basic life support
  • Performing search and rescue operations
  • Conducting traffic incident management (TIM)
  • Attending classes on firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical techniques
  • Learning and applying technical information related to firefighting and rescue
  • Maintaining fire apparatus, equipment, and the fire station
  • Participating in fire prevention programs and public education activities
  • Maintaining records and reports of incidents and activities
  • Following instructions and directions from supervisors
  • Communicating effectively with the public and other organizations

Liaison Officer

Tobago House of Assembly
06.2014 - 12.2021
  • Acted as a bridge between different organizations, departments, and groups of people by facilitating communication, coordination, and collaboration to achieve common goals and resolve issues as they occurred

Education

Business Management -

University of Maine at Fort Kent
08.2012

Business Management - undefined

Wallace State Community College
01.2009

General Studies - undefined

Signal Hill Senior Comprehensive
07.2004

General Studies - undefined

Scarborough Secondary High School
07.2003

Skills

  • Hard-working
  • Excels in fast paced environments
  • Adaptable
  • Reliable
  • Detail Oriented
  • Communication
  • Innovative
  • Critical Thinker
  • Trustworthy
  • Teamwork

Certification

  • Emergency Management Institute of FEMA, IS-100.C, IS-200.C, IS-5.A, IS-700.B, WMD/Terrorism Awareness for Emergency Responders
  • New York State of Children and Family Services, Mandated Reporter Training, Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Maltreatment
  • OSHA Outreach Training for General Industry, 10-Hour Course, 30-Hour Course

Languages

English

Awards

  • Employee of the Month, 02/01/24
  • Representing Trinidad & Tobago in the Youth World Cup - Under-17
  • Won the Trinidad and Tobago National F.A. Cup
  • 2007
  • 2009
  • Won the National Pro League in Trinidad & Tobago, 2009

Timeline

Boatswain’s Mate (BM)

United States Navy
11.2024 - 01.2025

Direct Support Professional

Heartshare Human Services of New York
05.2022 - 08.2024

Auxiliary Firefighter

Trinidad and Tobago Auxiliary Fire Services
11.2020 - 12.2021

Liaison Officer

Tobago House of Assembly
06.2014 - 12.2021

Business Management - undefined

Wallace State Community College

General Studies - undefined

Signal Hill Senior Comprehensive

General Studies - undefined

Scarborough Secondary High School

Business Management -

University of Maine at Fort Kent
Devon K. Leacock