Experience

Workforce Partnership Kansas City

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Employer Services Coordinator

  • Oct 2021 - Present



Preferred Family Healthcare

• United States
• Individual and Family Services
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Employment Specialist

  • Oct 2018 - Sep 2020

  Directly assist clients with all aspects of the employment process to maintain competitive employment through ongoing clinical supervision. Develop and maintain relationships with employers assisting with their employment needs. * Identify, cultivate and document community employment opportunities * Measure employer and consumer satisfaction ongoing * Appropriate documentation and recording within the case record according to policy * Adhere to ongoing professional training policies Show less



Savers | Value Village

• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sales Associate

  • Jul 2018 - Oct 2018

  Organize the departments of the sales floor to present the store in aesthetically pleasing manner. Provide face-to-face customer service and suggested sales to customers. Conduct sales using a cash register. Organize the departments of the sales floor to present the store in aesthetically pleasing manner. Provide face-to-face customer service and suggested sales to customers. Conduct sales using a cash register.



Johnson County Developmental Supports

• Lenexa, KS

• Senior Direct Support Professional

  • Apr 2015 - Apr 2018

  Provided direct support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Implemented individual care plans assisting in the holistic needs of clients which included personal care, behavioral support and financial management. * Developed rapport with residents and cultivated safe and supportive relationships * Provided guidance as needed through implementation of goals and action plans specific to each individual * Advocated for the medical, behavioral, social and professional needs of individuals to maintain independence and self-sufficiency * Communicated daily progress to individuals’ support team Show less



Olathe School District

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Special Education Paraprofessional

  • Aug 2005 - Aug 2015

  Assisted in the educational and social development of students with special needs under the direction and guidance of the facilitator and classroom teachers. Provided support for students inside and outside of the classroom enabling them to fully participate in daily activities. Worked cooperatively and collaboratively with teachers, administrators, parents, and other staff members in the implementation of instructional and behavior plans for students * Implemented Education Plans for the students and monitored their progress. * Supported students with emotional or behavior concerns and assist them in developing appropriate social skills. * Worked with individual students or small groups of students to reinforce the learning of material and skills introduced by the teacher Show less



ABC In-Home Tutoring

• Olathe, Kansas, United States

• Academic Coach

  • Aug 2012 - Apr 2015

  Provided academic instruction and test preparation to students. Created individualized outreach to students based on identified factors. Designed and facilitated academic programs and curriculum aimed individualized success * Assigned, coordinated and implemented proactive advising model by respond to academic alerts and managing case loads * Work one-on-one with students to identify and overcome barriers to their academic success Provided academic instruction and test preparation to students. Created individualized outreach to students based on identified factors. Designed and facilitated academic programs and curriculum aimed individualized success * Assigned, coordinated and implemented proactive advising model by respond to academic alerts and managing case loads * Work one-on-one with students to identify and overcome barriers to their academic success



Helpers, Inc.

• Olathe, Kansas

• Personal Service Attendant

  • Aug 2010 - Apr 2015

  Provided in home and community based assistance to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Assisted clients with day-to-day activities: basic care, running errands, attending doctors appointments, and other events outside the home. Partnered with families and support teams to create safe and positive living situation for clients and stayed in close contact about any concerns or challenges * Recorded and provided physical and emotional support to residents * Effectively communicated verbal and written resident needs to supervisors and family members * Maintained resident confidentiality at all times by adhering to resident rights * Recognized and followed resident care plans and maintained safe living environment Show less



City of Olathe

• United States
• Government Administration
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Housing Program Assistant

  • Nov 1999 - Jan 2001

  Assisted clients in finding and retaining housing; identified sources for housing assistance, housing-based education and linkage to appropriate related community resources. Collaborated with community resources to increase housing opportunities for clients and increase community engagement. * Managed the client intake process by conducting qualification interviews * Completed annual in-person client housing recertifications * Worked with accounts receivable managing the intake and disbursement of housing funds Show less



Antioch Baptist Church

• San Jose, California

• Associate Pastor

  • Jan 1996 - Oct 1998

  Provided leadership, strategic planning, event planning, volunteer recruitment and training in the areas of Christian Education and Discipleship. * Implemented ministerial development through mentorship of 10 associate ministers * Provided multi-generational instruction, pastoral counseling, worship leadership and service planning * Helped students develop a strong daily relationships by emphasizing spiritual disciplines through Bible readings, prayer, personal worship, and service * Lead Student Ministry Team in planning, organizing, coordinating and implementing student ministry programs and activities * Communicated regularly with Pastor to ensure discipleship strategy was coordinated Show less