Andre Braxton
Lynnwood,WA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
CE Prevention Navigator
Volunteers Of America
01.2023 - Current
- Evaluated clients histories, complaints, and current living situations
- Educated clients on how to Pay bills,find Employment and come up with a plan to stay housed
- Help clients to utilize resources, including appointment scheduling, completion of applications for programs that they may be eligible for, and offering referrals to other services
- Perform day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork
- Participate in outreach for recruitment of individuals and families to assist with the Community Resource Center activities and service
Homeless Prevention Case Manager
Volunteers Of America
11.2022 - Current
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet homelessness needs.
- Advocated for social and community service programs to increase awareness and funding.
- Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
- Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
- Prevented clients from being homeless through Grants
- Helped clients with a Plan to not be homeless
Employment Specialist
Volunteers Of America
08.2022 - Current
- Advised clients on job searching, interviewing and resume writing techniques to increase employment chances.
- Recognized client employment barriers and devised strategies to resolve.
- Matched clients to open positions based on skills and work requirements.
- Assessed individuals to identify skills, strengths and interests for job placement.
- Assisted clients with completing job applications and submitting resumes to improve interview chances.
- Forged relationships with employers to gain insight into job openings and career opportunities.
- Developed relationships with diverse businesses to develop competitive and permanent job opportunities for consumers.
- Collaborated with employers to develop accurate, current job postings and descriptions.
- Facilitated job fairs and industry events to build employment networks.
- Assisted with Rides,Clothes and Cover Letters
- Established a VOA Employment Specialist At Carnegie Resource Center
- Provided clients with on-the-job training and employment related support to maintain and retain employment.
Groundskeeper/Front Desk Clerk
Lynnwood Golf Course
01.2021 - Current
- Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Collected deposits, fees, and payments.
- Used internal software to process reservations, check-ins and check-outs.
- Assisted with Hiring of new employees
- Answered multi-line phone system and transferred callers to appropriate department or staff member.
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly and appropriately handled needs.
Front End Manager
Columbia Super Range
07.2019 - 12.2021
- Monitored cash drawers in 4 checkout stations to verify adequate cash supply.
- Oversaw cashier operations, bookkeeping and security.
- Supervised and guided new employees and responded quickly to questions to improve understanding of job responsibilities.
- Maintained strong customer relations and effective customer service standards.
- Prepared weekly employee work schedules to meet operational needs.
- Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
- Hired new employees and trained them to be ready for day to day operations
Education
High School Diploma -
Lynnwood High School
Bothell, WA06.1992
Skills
Skills
Microsoft Office (4 years) Autism Experience (10 years) Applied Behavior Analysis Experience with Children (10 years) Sports Coaching (10 years) Behavioral therapy Special education Individual / group counseling Crisis intervention Group therapy Leadership Customer service
I love to Coach Football, Baseball and Golf.
Coaching is a huge part of my life .I love Coaching and helping others is a huge part of my life.
Timeline
CE Prevention Navigator
Volunteers Of America
01.2023 - Current
Homeless Prevention Case Manager
Volunteers Of America
11.2022 - Current
Employment Specialist
Volunteers Of America
08.2022 - Current
Groundskeeper/Front Desk Clerk
Lynnwood Golf Course
01.2021 - Current
Front End Manager
Columbia Super Range
07.2019 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
Lynnwood High School