Melodie DAmato

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Sunbury, PA ****1

ad0v3u@r.postjobfree.com

718-***-****

Professional Summary

I'm a very determined person and strive to be the best at what I do, no matter what it takes I will get the job done and would love to have the opportunity to show your company. I am a self starter, leader and team player,

Work History

Gardenzia Halfway House

Harrisburg, PA

(Substance abuse counselor/Mental health first aid, MED Tech, DIETARY and Administration duties)

2/2017-10/23

Screen client’s personal belongings upon entry to the facility, monitor client movement in and out of the facility and account for their whereabouts. Maintain and monitor client sign-out book. 3. Coordinate chores, breaks, and any other in-house activities based on the program’s schedule. 4. Facilitate approved client request slips including phone calls and visitation. 5. Conduct and document room searches and perform random searches of clients as directed by program supervisor. 6. Maintain accurate daily census, know where clients are on the floor, and report infractions and incidents to appropriate staff. 7. Deny access to unauthorized persons. 8. Supervise, where appropriate, clients taking their medications. 9. Conduct client orientation sessions, seminars, and morning meetings, as directed. 10. Screen and process new admissions. Take head counts during hourly runs. Document hourly runs and client movement in communication log. 11. Perform regular room checks to make sure clients are on floors or in their rooms per program schedule. 12. Follow protocol for reporting unauthorized absences. 13. Monitor urinalysis/ drug screening and breathalyzers as instructed by supervisor on duty. 14. Monitor daily program activities in addition to meals and medication line. 15. Tour the facility at regular intervals to check building security and ensure there are no fire or safety hazards in accordance with program and regulatory policies. Conduct fire drills and safety checks including safety and security of the facility, checking fire extinguishers, first aid kits and Narcane availability. 16. Ensure vehicles are kept clean and complete weekly vehicle inspections. 17. Ensure facility cleanliness and safety through the regular inspection of sanitation procedures, including pest control, the storage of supplies and clients’ belongings, and submission of work orders for needed repairs. 18. Ensure property maintenance relative to inclement weather, including shoveling, salting, and de-icing walkways and vehicles, as directed. 19. Complete written reports, documentation, and electronic incident reports as required. 20. Aid in therapeutic community activities, as needed. 21. Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or designee.. 22. Med Tech. 23. Handled all Med Audits.

Maguire Dodge

General Manager

Syracuse, NY

11/06-02/17

Managed my teams to help them accomplish daily tasks and complete long-term business goals. I oversee all departments. I was responsible for the success of their dealership. I dealt with dealership's daily operations, including staffing, procedures, operational budget, and sales monitoring. As a GM, I was the highest authority at the business. I presided over both the sales and service departments dealership. My job included hiring/firing and training sales staff, ensuring that the departments meet the sales targets and customers' expectations. I was responsible for developing departmental strategies. Jack of all Trades GM.

Fine Fare Supermarket

Store Manager

Bronx, NY, 12/1996-11/2006

Started as a regular cashier and was promoted several times. Customer Service specialist. Overlooked 20+ cashiers Dept. Managers and Vendors. I handled the Lotto, returns & exchanges, Inventory, pay roll and scheduling. Worked in all departs. Used all equipment. Etc.

Education

Bachelor of Science In Psychology, Child Psychology and Counseling.

Mercy College, Bronx, Ny

High School Diploma-

Christopher Columbus High School, Bronx, Ny

Temp Nursing Aid Certification

First Aid

Trained in CPR. Naxolone admistration (It can treat narcotic overdose in an emergency situation)

Trained in Mental Heath First Aid.