Abidemi Benson
Chicago,IL
Summary
Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Student Intern
Economic Awareness Council
Chicago, IL
06.2022 - Current
- Conducted financial education presentations to One Summer youth employees, both virtual and in-person presentations.
- Responsible for travel to various youth employment sites within the City of Chicago when scheduled.
- Completed training on the financial education presentation and materials
- Tracked and reported youth participants for each site.
- Data entry: Kept track of survey information, etc. having youth complete online event surveys or Saves pledges
- Assisted with interviews, focus groups, surveys, etc. for related research.
- Reported status updates to respected manager & team lead daily/weekly.
- Worked on teams to develop additional financial capability content to be shared via video, webinar, newsletter, magazine article, presentations, etc.
- Adhered to program procedures and policies and complete projects in a timely manner as needed and directed.
Babysitter
Johnson Family Chicago
09.2018 - 05.2022
- For more than two years, have regularly cared for three children aged 1-13 when parents are away.
- Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to optimize types of stimulation and support development of fine motor, gross motor and cognitive skills.
- Helped children learn how to complete small chores appropriate for age level.
Customer Service Representative
My Block My Hood My City
07.2020 - 09.2021
- Cultivated strong communication skills
- Administered wellness calls to older adults daily
- Organized and analyzed reports from older adults and presented findings to the supervisor
- Developed customer service skills
- Provided guidance and advice to help cultivate self-esteem and community involvement
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
Student Intern
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Chicago
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Engaged in leadership development and clinical workshops
- Gained networking opportunities to help explore different paths to a career in healthcare
- Cultivated interviewing skills, resume-building skills, and Elevator pitch
- Earned COVID-19:Psychological First Aid Certificate
- Earned Mental Health First Aid Certificate
Education
High School Diploma -
Chicago Vocational High School
Chicago, IL 05.2018 - 05.2021
Associate of Arts -
City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College
Chicago, IL 08.2021 - Current
Skills
Excellent Communication Skills
Excellent Customer Service SkillsAdvanced Computer SystemDatabase entry
Scheduling and calendar management
Documentation and reporting
Timeline
Student Intern
Economic Awareness Council
06.2022 - Current
Associate of Arts -
City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College
08.2021 - Current
Student Intern
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital Chicago
11.2020 - 01.2021
Customer Service Representative
My Block My Hood My City
07.2020 - 09.2021
Babysitter
Johnson Family Chicago
09.2018 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Chicago Vocational High School
05.2018 - 05.2021