Human Resources/Human Relations

ALICIA JOHNSON

Career Objectives

Seeking a Human Resources/Services related position where I may utilize my skills and previous experience while having an opportunity to advance within the company.

Profile

*Goal directed and results oriented professional with a keen insight into the needs and views of others.

*Able to listen and identify issues or problem areas and form innovative solutions.

*Professional, personable and articulate in presentation

*Energetic, organized, positive and self-motivated with the ability to speak and write effectively.

*Ability to adapt quickly to challenges and changing environments.

Work History

Aug 2006 - Present

The Cultured Pearl- League City, Texas

Owner/Design & Redesign Specialist

Develop, design or create new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, for homeowners and/or organizations to improve the function, safety and appearance of their living spaces. Assist clients with the selection of paint colors, floor and counter textures, lighting fixtures, window coverings and/or furniture. Formulate design which is practical, aesthetic, and conducive to intended purposes, such as to provide a more relaxing atmosphere, increase the home's market value, provide accessibility for disabled residents or achieve a particular theme. Volunteer with Extreme Makeover Kemah, Texas Project. Event and Design Coordinator for various Clear Creek Independent School District activities.

Jun 08, 2009 - Sep 20, 2010

Employment and Training Centers Inc - Houston, Texas

Site Coordinator

Responsible for the development of worksites, recruitment and screening of applicants, job matching and placement. Monitored worksites for compliance of labor laws and safety. Coordinated and conducted orientation for new applicants and worksites. Prepared weekly and monthly reports. Cooperatively worked with outside agencies to assist applicants. Managed 200+ employees.

Mar 09, 2009 - May 13, 2009

Galveston Housing Authority

Case Manager

Provided assistance to Case Managers as needed. Performed structured and knowledgeable case management skills, process and procedures. Provided assistance to families who were displaced from natural disasters with social service resources. Maintained and processed participants correctly throughout all processes. Maintained proper documentation to support daily required efforts. Provide assistance to Case Managers as needed. Identified unmet needs and referred to agencies to secure permanent housing and employment. Caseload of 100+participants.

Oct 10, 2008 - Mar 06, 2009

Department of Homeland Security, FEMA - Galveston, Texas

Community Relations Specialist

Established and maintained positive and ethical behavior during interpersonal, intragency and interagency interactions. Identified disaster related needs of the affected population. Maintained familiarity or knowledge of overall disaster operations and status of issues in assigned community. Communicated orally with others to exchange and clarify information. Established contacts with formal and informal community leaders to convey information on available assistance. Participated at public meetings and other forums to provide and overview of disaster programs and the application process to varied audiences. Prepared written reports and other documents. Effective decision making and problem resolution. Exhibited and understood relevant safety and security procedures. Case management.

Aug 20, 2003 - Apr 02, 2006

Benji's Academy - Houston, Texas

Middle School Teacher/Fine Arts Coordinator

Maintained classroom management. instruction in the areas of language arts, math, science and Texas History. Routine implementation of TAKS preparation skills to include but not limited to reading across the curriculum and processing skills. Integration of technology and technological use. Life application skills. Effective communication with parents, students and administrators. Accurate collection, recording and reporting of data. Teacher of the Year 2003-04. Managed and coordinated all fine arts related programs to include dance and cheer, productions and parades.

Aug 20, 2002 - May 28, 2003

Wilkinson County High School - Woodville, Mississippi

High School Teacher

Maintained classroom management. Instructed in the areas of Human Anatomy and Physiology and Biology II. Integration skills to include but not limited to reading across the curriculum and processing skills. Life Application skills. Integration of technology. Effective communication with parents, students and administration. Accurate collection, reporting and recording of data. Teacher Liaison for Alcorn State University Department of Biotechnology.

Jun 20, 1999 - Aug 25, 2000

Louisiana State University - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Consulting Teacher

Developed an instructional manual for middle school teachers and a series of activities for students of or related to physics. Publication entitled Project PLATO Teachers Manual and Activity book.

Jun 15, 2000 - Aug 15, 2000

Louisiana State University - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Coordinator, Academic Area 4

Impacted the lives of students by exposing them to innovative and practical means of acquiring knowledge through use of technology.

Oct 10, 1997 - May 24, 2000

East Baton Rouge Parish School Board - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Teacher-Middle School (Math/Science)

Maintained classroom management. instruction in the areas of math & science. Routine implementation of LEAP preparation skills to include but not limited to reading across the curriculum and processing skills. Integration of technology and technological use. Life application skills. Effective communication with parents, students and administrators. Accurate collection, recording and reporting of data.

*Science Club sponsor

*School Improvement Team

*LEARN Program

*Educational Task Force

Jun 08, 1999 - Aug 15, 1999

Highland Road Park Observatory - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Educational Curator

Created educational activities related to astronomy on the Middle School level that were teacher and student friendly. To Increased awareness and morale of Astronomy.

Introduced presentations and demonstrations related to astronomy.

Education

2011- Present

Nova Southeastern University –Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Masters of Public Administration

1994-1996

Southern University A&M - Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Earned 12 credit hours towards Masters of Education

Louisiana State University

Earned 6 credit hours in Education

1986 Southern University A&M –Baton Rouge Louisiana

B.S. Rehabilitation Counseling

Minor: Psychology

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