1. Macy Sloan Walraven
( 770-608-7950 + walravenmacy@gmail.com - Atlanta, GA 30329 in
Health Care and Well-Being Ÿ Event Coordination Ÿ Program Development
EDUCATION
Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA Dec. 2016
Bachelor of Science Child and Family Development with Emphasis in Child Life
• Cum Laude Graduate, HOPE Scholarship and Dean’s List Recipient, 2012 – 2016 GPA: 3.62
INTERNSHIP AND VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Kate’s Club, Atlanta, GA Aug. 2016 – Present
Volunteer Jan. 2017 – Present
• Coordinate clubhouse days and outings for children and teens facing life after the death of a parent or sibling
o Oversaw site selection, researched activity offerings, planned meals, and negotiated pricing for recent group
event for 100 attendees at Southern Bell Farms in McDonough
o Recorded video footage and captured images for web and in-office continuous slideshow utilization
Intern Aug. 2016 – Dec. 2016
• Empowered and supported children and teens through programs including art therapy, pet therapy, and yoga
• Provided necessary tools to help club members create healthy support systems and develop skills to cope with
grief through effective communication
• Developed morning activities relevant to weekly themes; supervised 65 kids and teens on clubhouse days
• Coordinated monthly Family Nights, organizing, securing equipment and resources, setting up, and cleaning up
after events, leaving event space in working condition to continue normal operations the following day
• Played key role in organization of Memory Walk in November in Piedmont Park during National Children’s Grief
Awareness month
o Secured resources including chairs, tables, memory activity supplies, and other items integral to a successful
event
o Assisted in leading walk for 450 people through the park and led prompt cleanup and return of event
resources and unused supplies
Memorial University Medical Center, Volunteer, Savannah, GA Dec. 2015 – May 2016
• Worked with families and health care team members to create bedside and playroom activities for children
according to age and development during long-term hospital stays
• Ensured cleanliness and safety while promoting fun and supportive environment during treatment and illness
• Supported families in every way possible, at times preparing activities and caring for children, enabling parents
to rest, work, or carry out other necessary daily activities
Boys and Girls Club, Volunteer Service Learning, Statesboro, GA Feb. 2016 – May 2016
• Assisted with art room activities once a week, organizing age appropriate crafts for 2nd
, 3rd
, 4th
, and 5th
graders
• Communicated and worked with lead teachers to help distribute supplies, ensure understanding of activities,
observe behavior, and assist with behavior correction as needed
Stirrup Some Fun Horse Therapy, Volunteer Service Learning, Statesboro, GA Aug. 2015 – Oct. 2015
• Encouraged physical, mental, and emotional growth of medically fragile and special needs children through the
horse/human relationship
• Promoted social development through teaching campers how to give commands, be assertive, and explain their
needs; provided constructive feedback to promote continuous positive development
TECHNICAL SKILLS
MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel, Constant Contact