Abigail Salamanca
Schererville,IN
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Considered hardworking, ethical, and detail-oriented. Has acquired a Bachelor of Arts in Human Development and Family Sciences, with a focus on Individual and Family Services. Looking to seize opportunity to begin career. Working on attending graduate school to acquire a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Lifelong goal is to help other's reach their goals and to give back to the community.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Deli Clerk
Strack & Van TIl, Schererville Indiana
2024.01 - Current
- Precisely measured, weighed, sliced, and packaged deli products according to customer requests while minimizing waste.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to food safety guidelines and promptly addressing any hazards.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Responded to telephone inquiries regarding available products and services and helped customers make appropriate choices.
- Developed strong rapport with customers by offering personalized service, answering questions, and making recommendations based on preferences.
- Improved workflow efficiency by effectively multitasking, prioritizing tasks, and communicating with team members.
Sales Associate
Carter's Babies & Kids
2022.05 - Current
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
Shelter Advocate Intern
Haven House, Inc.
2023.08 - 2023.11
- Facilitated support groups for victims of domestic violence with the goal of enhancing their self-esteem and providing emotional support.
- Assisted survivors in accessing housing, financial assistance, medical care, mental health services, childcare services, job training programs.
- Offered referrals to appropriate community resources based on individual needs.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive service plans for clients affected by domestic violence.
- Organized educational workshops on topics such as personal finances and money management.
Counseling Intern
ABC Counseling
2023.01 - 2023.04
- Conducted intake assessments and interviews with clients to determine their needs.
- Provided individual and group counseling sessions to clients.
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure proper communication between all parties involved in a client's care plan.
- Performed administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, filing paperwork, and completing insurance forms.
- Performed 130 hours of supervised counseling sessions, including group and individual sessions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development And Family Studies
Purdue University Calumet
Hammond, IN12.2023
Skills
- Client Service
- Positive and Professional
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Exceptional Customer Service
- Service-Oriented
- Intake Experience
- Case Management
Affiliations
- Member of PNW Spanish Club from 2019-2023.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Deli Clerk
Strack & Van TIl, Schererville Indiana
2024.01 - Current
Shelter Advocate Intern
Haven House, Inc.
2023.08 - 2023.11
Counseling Intern
ABC Counseling
2023.01 - 2023.04
Sales Associate
Carter's Babies & Kids
2022.05 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Human Development And Family Studies
Purdue University Calumet
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