Disaster And Relief Coordinator Volunteer resume example with 10+ years of experience
JessicaClaire
Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA94105609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK
Home: (555) 432-1000
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Professional Summary
Dedicated Versatile Administrator successful in spearheading and completing comprehensive business projects,
eager to pursue a career as Programs Specialist at the Department of Career
Services. Skilled in community-based
planning, project management, policy and program development. Natural Leader and skilled negotiator with a
commitment to excellence.
Skills
Outstanding community leader
Strong interpersonal skills
Charismatic public
Proposal writing
Labor relations and negotiations
Presentation software
Budgeting
MS Office
Labor relations and negotiations
Workforce planning
Work History
Disaster and Relief Coordinator (Volunteer), 01/2013 to Current American Redcross – City, STATE,
Disaster & Relief Action Team (Volunteer) Responded to the scene of disasters to provide immediate emergency services to individuals and families.
Conducted surveys to determine the types of emergency-related needs that will need to be addressed in disaster planning and provided technical support to others conducting such surveys.
Coordinated disaster response or crisis management activities such as ordering evacuations, opening public shelters, and implementing special needs plans and programs.
Developed and maintained liaisons with municipalities, county departments, and similar entities in order to facilitate plan development, response effort coordination, and exchanges of personnel and equipment.
Consulted with officials of local and area governments, schools, hospitals, and other institutions in order to determine their needs and capabilities in the event of a natural disaster or other emergency.
Increased recreational program offerings for community members of all ages.
Responded to all inquiries from the general public in a prompt and professional manner.
Co-created the annual budget for Disaster and Relief Voluntary Services and submitted it to the American Red Cross for review and approval.
Gathered and analyzed data for studies and reports and made recommendations based on findings.
Housing Task Force Coordinator (Intern), 2012 to 2013 Tri- City Community Action Program – City, STATE,
Researched and provided housing listings, assembled requests for proposals for emergency financial assistance (when funds are available), and actively participated in resolving problems that could lead to homelessness.
Provided ongoing project support for stabilization services to families placed in housing and took on the responsibility of overseeing projects that helped homeless families who are not eligible for State-funded Emergency Assistance find shelter.
Provided ongoing project support a cross a functional team and responsible for overseeing projects that helped homeless individuals move from the streets to shelter, transitional housing, and permanent housing.
Championed projects that helped homeless individuals with transportation, clothing, benefits, mental health/substance abuse counseling, access to health care resources, job search, housing search, and stabilization in housing.
Specialized and championed the Housing Task Force that was responsible for providing Housing and Benefits and helping people with HIV.
Co-created the annual budget and submitted it to HUD for review and approval.
Leasing Coordinator/Business Analyst, 2011 to 2012 Harvard University Real Estate Services – City, STATE,
Conducted
assigned projects involving housing activities but not limited to housing development
and housing assistance.
Assisted
in coordination and contract administration of housing projects owned/operated
by Harvard Real Estate.
Prepared
professional staff reports of summarized data, conclusions and recommendations.
Gathered and analyzed data for studies and reports and made recommendations based on findings.
Coordinated city redevelopment efforts and resolved zoning disputes.
Responded to client's complaints and requests for information and services.
Provided
routine assistance to the public and assisted other department staff involved
in related housing.
Education
BBA: Business Administration and International Relations, Expected in May 2012 SALEM STATE UNIVERSITY - Salem, MA GPA:
Accomplishments
Managed a caseload of more than 20 clients at any given time as I Interned at Tri- Community Action Program
Led 4 skill development workshops each month to prepare clients for employment.
Oversaw production and distribution of an innovative disaster recovery brochure nationally recognized as a best practices resource.
Supervised a local team during a multi-state, federally-directed disaster exercise.
Addressed and resolved an average of 20 inquiries each week, consistently meeting or surpassing all performance benchmarks.
Additional Information
CPR and First Aid License, MAP License and Real Estate License
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