Personal Profile
Punctual, reliable individual with a penchant for helping others. Looking to redirect career path and pursue a role to draw on personal life experiences to counsel and support others in overcoming addiction, maintaining recovery and improving cognitive and behavioral health. Long-term goals include achieving licensure in Licence in social work.
Education and Achievements
2020 Master Degree (Social Work), Georgia State University
2018 Bachelor’s Degree (Psychology), Kennesaw State University
Leadership Certificate
2016 Associate’s of Arts Degree (Psychology), Georgia Highlands College
2010 Associate’s of Science Degree (Business Administration), Georgia Highlands College
Achieved Dean’s List Spring 2016 Semester
Skills
Co-ordination and supervision of others using a straightforward, effective management style with the ability to engage and support fellow team members
Operational administration, reporting, resourcing and facilitation
Problem-solving and complaint resolution
Experienced in care-giving roles in both personal and voluntary capacity
Proficient with MS Office Packages and specialist programs
Experience
2015-Present Self Employed
Buy and sell used cars
Buy used cars and troubleshoot the issues
List cars for sale
Work on others cars to diagnose issues
2012 – Dec 2015 In-home caregiver for grandmother
Liaised with hospice regarding treatment, care and notification of changes
Ensured sufficient medical supplies, appointments and general support
Transport to and from medical appointments and prescription refills
Oversaw general daily care and ensured overall well-being
2010 – 2012 Pepboys, Lead Mechanic
Mechanical problem diagnosis of vehicles
Conduct pre-inspections before vehicle purchase
Transmissions, air conditioning units, coolant, A/C work and general vehicle maintenance and repair
Conduct services at specified mileage points
Certifications
ASC in Refrigerant and Recovery with EPA
Certified Tire Pro
2009-2010 Alorica Company
Call center for ProFlowers
Answered calls and fulfilled orders for customers
Customer service representative replace damaged items and insured customer service
2006 – 2009 Valvoline, Powder Springs, General Manager
Supervised 10-12 staff varying from mechanics to oil changers
Responsible for general daily duties effectively running the site
Completion of payroll and staff resourcing
Checking and maintaining inventory, placing store orders using varied methods including ordering parts from distributors
Customer query and problem resolution in both service and technical capacity
Supported team with technical and administrative aspects
Resolution of store complaints
Preparation of daily reports for submission to owner
Preparation of incident reports
Ongoing management and technical training to perform role
Invoicing via computer based program
1998 – 2006 Chatham Installers, Woodstock, Supervisor Cabinet Installer
Oversaw and facilitated cabinet and science lab installation in new schools
Responsible for 5-8 people on site
Maintaining and effecting adequate and timely transport, equipment and supplies
Voluntary Experience
1995 - 1998 Kennestone Hospital, Volunteer Co-ordinator
Over 2,000 voluntary hours logged through summers spent in patient liaison and support, transporting files and organizing other volunteers.