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COMMUNITY LIVING INSTRUCTOR /ACTIVITY AIDE
Summary

Dedicated to providing every user with safe and enjoyable recreational activities. People-person with strong communication skills with an up-beat personality.

Motivated to apply education and therapeutic abilities if needed in certain situation. Eager to learn new skills and advance knowledge with hands-on experience. Proficient in microsoft word and power point.

Enthusiastic individual with superior skills in working in both team-based and independent capacities. Bringing strong work ethic and excellent organizational skills to any setting. Excited to begin new challenge with successful team.

Skills
  • Community events
  • Interdepartmental activity management
  • Training activity management
  • Living skills
  • Recreational activity planning
  • Activity planning
  • Activity organization
  • Developing community relationships
  • Community and family integration
  • Activity leading
  • Activity planning skills
  • CPR/CMT trained and certified
  • CNA skills
Experience
Community Living Instructor /Activity Aide - Compass Health Network (El Dorado Springs, MO)June 2018 - September 2019
  • Supported positive socialization within groups and activities to promote respect among all participants.
  • Drove excitement for activities by encouraging everyone to fully participate.
  • Tallied data of behaviors and performance during activities in daily tracker.
  • Established daily routines to keep tasks on schedule, communicating clear expectations to all parties.
  • Worked with participants to develop skills needed for independent daily living.
  • Oversaw activities and events for 16 individuals on daily basis.
  • Carefully detailed rules for how to play games so everyone in attendance could participate.
  • Helped participants enjoy activities while ensuring adherence to protocol.
  • Advertised for upcoming events to promote engagement and involvement.
  • Assisted with transporting and escorting program participants to, from and within program activity locations and on external trips.
  • Gathered, prepared, operated and maintained all equipment and supplies necessary for planned activities.
  • Maintained facilities, grounds and equipment to ensure community safety and attract attention.
911 Dispatcher - Vernon County Sheriff's Office (Nevada, MO)July 2017 - March 2018
  • Prioritized responses to public emergency and non-emergent calls to efficiently dispatch police, fire and EMS while tracking data in real-time.
  • Handled emergency phone calls calmly and obtained pertinent information with composed approach.
  • Responded to emergency calls routed by the automatic distribution system.
  • Assisted departments with special requests such as BOLOs.
  • Used radio, telephone and computer system to update first responders with new information.
  • Dispatched calls to relevant police, fire or medical response personnel depending on individual call situations.
  • Took caller information, read associated computer information and documented vital details in call tracking and assignment system.
  • Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
911 Dispatcher - Cedar County Sheriff's Office (Stockton, MO)July 2016 - July 2017
  • Prioritized responses to public emergency and non-emergent calls to efficiently dispatch police, fire and EMS while tracking data in real-time.
  • Handled emergency phone calls calmly and obtained pertinent information with composed approach.
  • Responded to emergency calls routed by the automatic distribution system.
  • Assisted departments with special requests such as BOLOs.
  • Used radio, telephone and computer system to update first responders with new information.
  • Dispatched calls to relevant police, fire or medical response personnel depending on individual call situations.
  • Took caller information, read associated computer information and documented vital details in call tracking and assignment system.
  • Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
Lead Hostess - Jack Stack Barbeque (Kansas City, MO)April 2016 - June 2016
  • Enhanced guests' experiences by fulfilling special requests during visits.
  • Arranged each place setting attractively and verified all items were clean and free from water spots and chips.
  • Managed guest expectations by relaying information regarding hours, wait times and specials.
  • Guided guests to appropriate seating for party size, provided with menus and whatever else is needed.
  • Designed custom private function and banquet packages to accommodate groups of up to 30 to 90 guests; including business dinners, sales presentations, club meetings, weddings and charity events.
  • Recognized VIP customers immediately and provided special treatment, including preferred tables.
  • Helped to plan and execute parties for more than 8-20 guests, including coordinating menus and preparing tables.
  • Checked restrooms to refill products and perform light cleaning duties, emptying trash and restocking paper products.
  • Set up and decorated menu marketing boards with current specials information and drink features.
  • Scheduled reservations, notified servers and managers of large groups in advance and prepared seating ahead of guests arrival.
  • Stayed on top of server availability and table turnover to make accurate decisions about seating locations.
  • Answered customers' questions about hours, seating, current wait time and other information.
  • Recommended daily specials, wine selections and desserts to guide patrons toward more profitable items.
  • Notified servers after seating parties in section for prompt service.
  • Answered phones politely and promptly, accurately recording and confirming reservations.
  • Answered telephone to provide establishment information and take party reservations.
  • Accommodated guests with special needs, including accommodations for child seats and wheelchairs.
  • Assisted kitchen staff with food counts by determining number of items required for complete service.
  • Cleaned seating area and checked restrooms every 15-30 minute.
Education and Training
High School DiplomaMay 2011El Dorado Springs High School, El Dorado Springs, MO

Was in FCCLA; me and my team went to State traveling to Anaheim, California where we created and program called, ”Bully-Free Bulldogs”. We successfully came home with a winning Gold medal.

Some College (No Degree)Missouri Southern State University, Joplin, MO
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Compass Health Network
  • Vernon County Sheriff's Office
  • Cedar County Sheriff's Office
  • Jack Stack Barbeque

School Attended

  • El Dorado Springs High School
  • Missouri Southern State University

Job Titles Held:

  • Community Living Instructor /Activity Aide
  • 911 Dispatcher
  • Lead Hostess

Degrees

  • High School Diploma
    Some College (No Degree)

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