Training Assistant
Resume:
Paige Faulk
Woodbridge, VA **192
Mobile: 703-***-****
Email: tz6ldt@r.postjobfree.com
Country of citizenship: United States of America
Veterans' Preference: 5-point preference based on active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces
Contact Current Employer: Yes
AVAILABILITY Job Type: Permanent
Temporary
Work Schedule: Full Time
Part Time
Desired Work Environment Experienced Professionals
DESIRED LOCATIONS Woodbridge, Ft. Belvoir, Alexandria
WORK EXPERIENCE US Army Reserve 6/2002 - 6/2004
Colorado Springs, Colorado US
Hours per week: Weekend Drills / Unit Mobilized
Signal Officer/Assistant S-4
Assistant S4 in a training support brigade comprised of 11 battalions geographically dispersed in six western states. Responsible for planning, coordinating, managing and synchronizing all logistic requirements the brigade. Coordinated life support for exercises, executed contracting requirements, conducted concept of support planning for the brigade's major training exercises. Provided the S4 officer timely, accurate logistic data. Managed and maintained the S4 sections $200,000 budget. Conducted after action reports with supported battalions; served as the S4 officer in his absence.
Coordinated with Army, State, and Federal agencies during brigade's mobilization. With less than one weeks notice planned the transportation requirements to move three battalions' personnel and equipment from their respective reserve centers in Utah, South Dakota, and Colorado to Ft. Carson. Personally coordinated and managed on post billeting and off post contracted housing assignments for nearly 500 mobilized reservists and subsequent housing reassignments for over 390 soldiers. Contributed to the brigade's post-mobilization training mission planning and execution in support of Operation Noble Eagle and Operation Enduring Freedom.
PACT Family Peace Center
11/1998 - 5/2002
Honolulu , Hawaii US
Salary: 13.00 USD Per Hour
Hours per week: 40
Facilitator & Temporary Program Manager for Victims
Conducted Group sessions for victims of domestic violence with focus on safety, empowerment, strength, personal goal setting, and self-awareness.
Conducted safety checks for victims of domestic violence, assessing the safety of the victim and the victim's children, providing guidance and service options for the victims.
Took crisis calls for victims and perpetrators of domestic violence, referring the person in crisis to the appropriate community helping organization that would best meet their needs.
Conducted one on one counseling sessions for those clients that needed more guidance outside of the group counseling sessions. Provided feedback and encouragement in areas that were necessary to the clients self-awareness and safety.
Conducted intake assessments for court ordered perpetrators of domestic violence, assessing the needs of the proper placement of the client. (Contact Supervisor: Yes, Supervisor's Name: Kata Issari)
US Army Reserve
8/1998 - 5/2002
Honolulu , Hawaii US
Hours per week: weekends monthly & some active duty time
Signal Officer
Selected as Aide De Camp for 9th Regional Support Command's commanding Officer. Served as personal assistant and primary support for the management of the commander's schedule during IDT. Responsible for preparing for prior coordination for all actions required by the commander. Assisted the command group with long-term and short-term scheduled activities on the commander's calendar. Facilitated correspondence between the commander and subordinate units to ensure the commander's intent and unit objectives are supported. Coordinated with the unit protocol to ensure the commander was prepared for speeches and other public affairs. Prepared the commander for all visits outside the unit to ensure he was prepared and expectations were met.
As Personnel Action Officer, served as advisor and supported all personnel actions for the Regional Support Command. Provided guidance and instructions to direct reporting commands. Prepared response's to special inquiries and directions from higher command. Assisted officers and enlisted branch with personnel actions. Reviewed and recommended staff papers that require command group or DCSPER signature approval. Coordinated with higher headquarters and subordinate commands relating to personnel reports and support.
Assigned to Systems Information Office for 9th Regional Support command. Worked on help desk creating and correcting errors for email accounts. Supported the research and preparation for installation of VOIP for the command. Participated in installation of upgrades for all lap-tops issued to key personnel. Issued and received computers for the command. Responsible for the accountability of all computers and PDA's issued to personnel.
Easter Seals of West Georgia
7/1997 - 2/1998
Columbus, Georgia US
Hours per week: 35-40
Special Needs Teacher
Planned, organized and provided comprehensive therapeutic child care activities to children with special needs to enhance their development in reaching their maximum potential.
Implemented Individual Program Plans (IIP's) for children assigned to my classroom under the instruction of in house Paraprofessionals and/or appropriate Therapists.
Planned activities, providing one on one care, ensuring safety measures and understating developmental goals for physically and mentally challenged children.
Worked directly with speech, physical and occupational therapists to find best possible care and growth for children in my special needs class.
Performed physical care for each child in class. Responsible for reporting any evidence of child abuse and/or neglect immediately. Advised supervisor of any irregularities or changes observed in child's appearance and/or behavior.
Flint Hills Job Corps
1/1997 - 5/1997
Manhattan, Kansas US
Hours per week: 35
Residential Advisor/Teen Counselor
Utilized knowledge of counseling techniques for youth in individual, group or school settings.
Provided guidance for students to achieve a positive attitude and proper coping skills in a dormitory living situation.
Encouraged the youth in the accomplishment of their goals and objectives, by leading social skills training and group counseling sessions.
Promoted the development of the positive social skills through modeling appropriate behaviors, and intervening when inappropriate behaviors were observed.
Project Turn Around 8/1996 - 5/1997
Kansas City, Kansas US
Hours per week: 40
Drug and Alcohol Educator
Coordinated and planned education projects for drug and alcohol awareness program.
Worked directly with high risk youth and adults in a section eight housing grant project.
Spent time with youth and adults working on self-esteem issues.
Educated youth on healthy eating and hygiene practices.
Created games, art projects, and discussion groups to engage parents and youth in healthy communication techniques.
Created written reports for the director of the program on the progress and budget of project.
Familiarized self with federal and state programs designed to aid the development of children including WIC, Head Start, Welfare and SRS/HRS.
US Army 8/1993 - 8/1996
Ft. Riley , Kansas US
Hours per week: 65 - 70
Signal Officer
Communications Platoon Leader for HHB, 1st Infantry Div. (Mech) Artillery. Responsible for a communications platoon consisting of 21 soldiers and 6 vehicles. Also responsible for the maintenance of communications and information management systems to include: Mobile Subscriber Equipment, Combat Net Radios, TACFIRE, Maneuver Control Systems, Tactical Satellite Set and portable computers. As the supply Officer, responsible for assisting the commander in accounting for $18 million in organizational and installation property. As executive officer was responsible for battery in the commanders absence. During this period was responsible for administering training, deployment, and readiness for 200 soldiers.
Platoon Leader for a mobile subscriber equipped signal platoon in an area signal company supporting the 1st BDE, 1st Infantry DIV (MECH). Responsible for the training, combat readiness and welfare for 42 soldiers. Responsible for the maintenance and combat readiness of 27 vehicles, 16 communication shelters, and 16 power generators valued in excess of $12,000,000.
Primary Security and Intelligence Officer and assistant Plans and Operations Officer a 650 soldier forward Support Battalion in a mechanized infantry division. Responsible for all garrison and field security issues. Responsible for the gathering and analysis of intelligence information while in a field environment. Assisted the S3 in the planning, coordination and supervision of operations, plans, training, communications, NBC defense, and rear operations. Assisted in the management of resources, scheduling, personnel, equipment, schools, ammunition and ranges.
Recommended personnel for promotions, awards, advanced training and disciplinary actions.
Recognized by superiors for creating working environments which resulted in significant improvements in subordinate job performance and achievements.
Children's Home Society of Florida 5/1993 - 8/1993
Jacksonville, Florida US
Hours per week: 15
Intern for Abused and Neglected Children
Observed and interacted with assigned children, documenting any behavioral problems or changes, relevant conversations, or special needs.
Assisted with case management of all assigned youth and accompanied social workers to HRS meeting to report on status of children in regard to foster care placement.
Assisted in the transfer of violent youth to mental care facilities when necessary, as well as escorted groups of children on field trip and other social excursions.
Nancy Reagan Village 1/1993 - 4/1993
Jacksonville , Florida US
Hours per week: 15
Intern for Drug and Alcohol Addicted Youth
Served as co-facilitator for group counseling as Nancy Reagan Village, a short-term residential drug and alcohol facility for teenagers. Provided insight on the emotional and behavioral dynamics relating to substance abuse.
Provided encouragement to improve the self-esteem and self awareness of youth. discussed and role played self empowerment techniques.
EDUCATION University of North Florida
Jacksonville, Florida US
Bachelor's Degree - 8/1993
151 Semester Hours
Major: Psychology
Minor: Social Welfare
GPA: 2.63 out of 4.0
Academy of Health Science
San Antonio/ Ft. Sam Houston, TX US
Some College Coursework Completed - 2/1991
10 Semester Hours
Major: Behavioral Science Specialist 91G
Relevant Coursework, Licensures and Certifications:
Completed college level classes for training to become a Behavioral Science Specialist. Trained to complete intake interviews and assessments for mental health professionals. Completed the course and went on to finish my degree in Psychology from the University of North Florida.
University of Hawaii
Honolulu, Hawaii US
Master's Degree
18 Semester Hours
Major: Social Work
GPA: 3.66 out of 4.0
Relevant Coursework, Licensures and Certifications:
I was accepted and enrolled in the MSW program at UH. I transferred in 6 credit hours MSW course work from Washburn University. I withdrew from the program to pursue an adoption. I found out that year that I could not have children and chose to work full-time and save money for the adoption. Upon withdrawing from the program I completed 24 credit hours of MSW course work.
JOB RELATED TRAINING Completed 6 CE credits from the Forensic and Behavioral Sciences Institute. The presenting organization was the Hawaii Psychological Association. Title and date of activity are: Survivor Therapy for Abused Women and Children, February 12th 1999.
REFERENCES Kata Issari PACT/Family Peace Center Director
Phone Number: 808-***-****
Email Address: tz6ldt@r.postjobfree.com
Reference Type: Professional
Margarette Coffin
Phone Number: 402-***-****
Email Address: tz6ldt@r.postjobfree.com
Reference Type: Personal
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