Alexis Butler
Grand Junction,CO
Summary
Committed and outcome-focused advocate with a successful history of advancing social causes and fostering positive change. Proven proficiency in formulating and executing impactful advocacy strategies, and cultivating meaningful relationships. A compelling communicator driven by a dedicated commitment to empower and elevate the voices of the voiceless. Cleverly navigating intricate issues, collaborating with diverse groups, and delivering influential results in advocacy endeavors. Eager to apply a broad skill set and steadfast dedication to contribute significantly to a dynamic advocacy position.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Alumni Advocate Intern
Foster Alumni Mentors
09.2023 - Current
- Actively recruit and onboard Alumni by managing the intake process effectively.
- Conduct personalized one-on-one meetings with Alumni to recognize, develop, and monitor their goals.
- Establish and nurture strong relationships with Alumni, ensuring ongoing engagement.
- Offer valuable resources, training, and continuous support to Alumni, including planning and executing workshops on relevant topics.
- Serve as a dedicated advocate for Alumni and their needs.
- Collaborate with the Alumni Coordinator to coordinate monthly peer-to-peer group meetings and FAM Time gatherings.
Certified Nursing Assistant
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Established patient comfort by utilizing resources and materials, transporting patients, answering call lights and requests, reporting patient observations to the nursing supervisor, and documenting actions by completing forms, reports, logs, and records.
- Supported needs of 30+ residents under long-term care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
Youth Trauma Counselor/ Supervisor
The Daisy Center
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Create and run group therapy sessions daily
- Established and performed daily activities and advocated for youth
- Educate youth on how to accomplish daily tasks as well as build skills
- Drive youth to and from appointments
- Medication administration
- Staff supervision and new employee training.
Assistant Store Manager/Sales
Family Dollar
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Answers questions and resolves customer inquiries and concerns
- Ensure there is a clean, well-stocked store for customers
- Supervise, train, and develop Store Associates on Family Dollar operating practices and procedures
- Assists in unloading all merchandise from delivery truck,organizing merchandise, and transferring merchandise from stockroom to store
- Ordering merchandise and record keeping to include payroll, scheduling,and cash register deposits and receipts
Pharmacy Benefit Manager
StarTek - Prime Therapeutics LLC
03.2018 - 07.2019
- I received incoming calls from members, pharmacies, and doctor's offices about requests for information on medication and benefits.
- Investigated and resolved member inquiries promptly or escalated them to the appropriate team member
- Provide support and assistance with order processing and general account benefit inquiries.
LINDA ROARK GROUP CARE, CNA/CMA
03.2015 - 10.2016
- Record vital signs
- Administer medications and treatments
- Obtained the client's medical history, including medication information, symptoms, and allergies
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vital assessments
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- I assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs, and preparing assistive devices—facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction, COHigh School Diploma -
Fruita Monument High School
Fruita, CO05.2014
Skills
- Non-profit Volunteering
- Organization Skills
- Creativity Skills
- Activity Coordination
- Efficient and Reliable Team Player
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Social Perceptiveness
- Data Entry
- Mentorship
- Active listening
Affiliations
- Foster Alumni Mentors
- Family Advisory Council
Volunteer
Volunteer for Foster Alumni Mentors
2019-Present
- Fam.5k
- Sun, Sips, and Scholarships
- Barnes and Noble Book Fair
Timeline
Alumni Advocate Intern
Foster Alumni Mentors
09.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
05.2022 - 01.2023
Youth Trauma Counselor/ Supervisor
The Daisy Center
03.2021 - 04.2022
Assistant Store Manager/Sales
Family Dollar
03.2020 - 03.2021
Pharmacy Benefit Manager
StarTek - Prime Therapeutics LLC
03.2018 - 07.2019
LINDA ROARK GROUP CARE, CNA/CMA
03.2015 - 10.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Colorado Mesa University
High School Diploma -
Fruita Monument High School