KRESTA X. RANDOLPH
Warner Robins GA 31088
Telephone: 773-***-****
E-mail: ab0vqw@r.postjobfree.com
Dear Hiring Administrator:
I am interested in exploring employment opportunities with your organization. Please find my
resume enclosed; it will furnish you with the details relevant to my experience, skills and
education. References and any additional information you may require shall be promptly
provided upon your request.
As my resume indicates, I have developed and maintained a progressive work history in social
services related capacities specializing in Workforce Development, Transitional Jobs,
Employment & Training and Case Management, & family reunification. I have acquired and
developed a myriad of skills and abilities, during my various experiences, with expertise in the
areas of management, recruiting, job developing, intake, retention, life skills training, creating
curriculums and trainings, counseling, marketing, business development, assessments, case
planning (among numerous others). I have obtained great success working with the hard to
sever population; ex-offenders, developmentally delays, unskilled and diverse populations.
My personal qualifications include excellent communication and organizational skills,
accompanied with the demonstrated ability to successfully interface and enhance the lives of
others. I am diligent in my work; my strong work ethics only overshadowed by my sincere
interest and drive to better the lives of my clients through productive and compassionate service.
I have willingly made major contributions on behalf of all my employers and companies I have
partnered with. I would like to contribute and utilize my acquired skills, abilities and education
in a professional position with your organization. Should your team need a conscientious,
empathic and committed individual, please contact me, at your earliest convenience, so that we
may further discuss how my talents would benefit your organization.
Thank you for your initial time and consideration. I look forward to speaking with you in the
near future.
Sincerely,
Kresta X. Randolph
Enclosure
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EXPERIENCE:
PEIDMONT COUNSELING SERVICES Macon, GA. October 2012 to Present
Community Support Individual (CSI)
Provide individual and family in home counseling.
Behavior modification training.
Provide skill building treatment.
Client assessment.
Collaboration with all service providers to create treatment plan.
Referral for wrap around services.
SALVATION ARMY Chicago, IL. January 2011 to August 2012
Job Developer/Employment Case-manager
Overall responsibility for operation of transitional jobs programs
Conduct assessments, interviews; develop Employment Plan and staff training.
Hire, train and supervise all new trainee workers, evaluate job placement.
Successfully create job training programs for entry level and hard to serve populations.
Highly successful creating and structuring re-entry programs
Accurately completed reports for funders of Workforce Development and upper
management by deadline to all.
BETHEL NEW LIFE Chicago, IL. March 2009 to December 2010
Employment Coordinator, Program Manager Ex-Offender Program
Manage the overall operation of the Employment Services and Training Programs.
Conduct screenings, assessments and interviews.
Develop Individual Employment Plan.
Coordinate employment opportunities.
Coordinate the annual review of the Workforce and Development Program.
Coordinating orientations and Job Readiness Training.
Marketing and sales efforts; organizing and leading Business Development meetings; and
providing written reports.
HEARTLAND ALLIANCE Chicago, IL September 2006 to December 2009
Employment Placement Coordinator (EPC), Transitional Jobs Program
Develop and implement successful marketing strategies to improve the receptivity of
employers,
Responsible for recruitment by building employer relationships.
Identify both entry-level and career track position feasible to program participants.
Develop and maintain data bank of employers needs with abilities, skills and interest.
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WESTSIDE HOLISTIC FAMILY SERVICES Chicago, IL. Feb. 2003 to Oct. 2006
Child Welfare Specialist II
Managed assigned caseload of up to 22 child welfare cases.
Key figure in processing court procedures to terminate or reunify family rights.
Strictly enforced all federal, state and county laws and regulations.
Served as liaison with numerous outside agencies.
Conducted home visits, performed interviews and prepared recommendation reports.
Prepared services plan and attended ACR.
Provided referral and intact placement services to assist child and family members.
Reviewed cases to provide long-term interest for the child.
KB TRANSITIONAL Wood field, IL 2003 to 2005
Life Skills Trainer
Instructed wards in life skills to prepare for independence.
Taught skills in accounting, filing taxes, renting an apartment and getting legal
assistance. Interacted with students daily to generate an assessment of their needs.
REACHING THE MARK Chicago, IL 1999 to 2003
Child Welfare Specialist
Managed assigned caseload of up to 22 child welfare cases.
Key figure in processing court procedures to terminate or reunify family rights.
Strictly enforced all federal, state and county laws and regulations.
Trained and instructed new caseworkers in policies and procedures.
Served as liaison with numerous outside agencies.
EDUCATION
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY, Carbondale, Illinois
Bachelor of Social Work:
-Social Work 1998
-Minor in Psychology
Robert Morris: Legal Assistant 1992
CERTIFICATE/ CERAP Certified
TRAINING SACWIS Training
LSW Licensure
402 Exam Completed
Completed numerous DCFS training hours
--Professional references available upon