Betzaida Harris
Van Leeuwen & Company
Bronx,NY
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
Retail Associate delivering courteous customer service and accurate POS transactions in fast-paced retail settings. Supports food safety, cleaning, and product preparation standards while maintaining quality across every shift. Strengthens repeat visits through product knowledge and consistent, efficient service.
Work History
Direct Support Professional
3 Months- Assessed needs and implemented tailored care strategies for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Developed and executed individualized support plans to optimize client engagement.
- Coordinated efforts with diverse teams to enhance client care through strategic planning and execution of comprehensive care strategies.
- Implemented protocols for cleanliness and organization, fostering a safe and welcoming atmosphere for patients.
Retail Associate
3 Years- Delivered courteous, accurate customer service, enhancing customer loyalty and contributing to sales growth.
- Maintained food safety and cleaning protocols, ensuring compliance and minimizing contamination risk.
- Demonstrated expertise in products and menu items by preparing and serving high-quality items that met company standards.
Recreation Aide
5 Months- Engaged residents to build rapport, fostering increased participation in activities.
- Maintained daily attendance records and documented resident participation, ensuring compliance with regulations and facilitating effective program planning.
- Maintained accurate daily attendance records, communicated activity announcements, and documented resident participation to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Coordinated religious services and spiritual programs, promoting resident well-being and enhancing community connection.
- Oversaw MDS and care plan documentation while distributing monthly calendars both online and onsite.
- Executed additional tasks assigned by the Administrator to optimize facility operations.
Sales Associate
8 Months- Processed point-of-sale transactions accurately, minimizing cash discrepancies and ensuring daily register reconciliation.
- Advised customers on promotions and product features, enhancing average transaction value and fostering repeat purchases.
- Trained new staff on store policies and sales techniques, shortening onboarding time and boosting team sales performance.
- Trained new staff on store policies and sales techniques, resulting in a shortened onboarding time and improved team sales performance.
Camp Counselor
2 Months- Supervised mixed-age camper groups during activities, maintained safety, and reduced incidents through consistent oversight.
- Enforced camp rules and responded promptly to safety concerns, creating a secure environment with effective incident resolution.
- Modeled positive leadership and camp values, resulting in improved camper behavior and elevated community standards.
- Taught campers nature-based well-being and safety practices, fostering outdoor confidence and increasing risk awareness.
- Instructed archery and food-focused fitness sessions, boosting camper skills and promoting healthy habits.
Food Service Worker
1 Year 4 Months- Sanitized kitchen areas and utensils to ensure compliance with health codes, preventing inspection issues.
- Maintained orderly workstations to promote safe operations and reduce sanitation-related incidents.
- Maintained orderly workstations to support safe operations and minimize sanitation-related incidents.
- Prepared coffee and pastries consistently to satisfy customer demand and ensure high service quality.
Peer Educator
4 Months- Coached students through challenging material, fostering resilience and confidence in their academic abilities.
- Supported students by identifying specific concerns, facilitating personalized strategies for overcoming obstacles.
- Coached students through challenging material by providing positive reinforcement and encouragement.
- Provided counseling and support to students facing challenges like depression and anxiety, promoting mental well-being and personal growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Associate of Arts and Sciences - Interdisciplinary Studies
Skills
POS systems
Cash handling
Customer service
Sales support
Conflict de-escalation
Safe food handling
Counseling
Crisis intervention
Mental health support
Interpersonal communication
Certification
Level 1 Archery Instructor - 07/2023 to 07/2026
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Community Resource Center for the Developmentally Disabled
05.2026 - CurrentRead More
Recreation Aide
Schervier
11.2025 - 04.2026Read More
Sales Associate
Kate Spade
10.2024 - 06.2025Read More
Retail Associate
Van Leeuwen & Company
08.2023 - CurrentRead More
Camp Counselor
The Summer Camp
06.2023 - 08.2023Read More
Food Service Worker
Sodexo Food Service
01.2022 - 05.2023Read More
Peer Educator
Paul Smith's College
08.2021 - 12.2021Read More
Paul Smith's College
Associate of Arts and Sciences from Interdisciplinary Studies
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Paul Smith's College
Bachelor of Science from Interdisciplinary Studies
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CPR Certified
June 2026 - June 2028