BLU KEH
Utica,NY
Summary
Highly motivated networking individual who will bring to this position a strong work ethic; reliable, capable, and able to relate to customer’s needs. Perceptive employment specialist passionate about helping others reach personal and professional goals. Highly skilled at networking to build vital relationships with leading area employers. Strategic when placing clients in rewarding jobs based on skills, interests and abilities. Successful at coaching clients on resume writing, interviewing, time management and teamwork.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Employment Specialist
The Center
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with completing job applications and submitting resumes to improve interview chances.
- Established strong relationships with local employers to match clients with suitable job opportunities.
- Provided ongoing support and guidance for clients during their job search, leading to increased confidence and motivation.
- Enhanced client employability by conducting thorough assessments and identifying individual strengths and weaknesses.
- Within the course of few months more than 150 clients entered employment.
Resident Camp Counselor
Delta Lake Bible Conference
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities through workshops, trainings, or conferences focused on youth development in residential camps settings.
- Established trusting relationships with parents/guardians by providing regular updates on their child's camp experience and addressing any concerns promptly.
Resident Counselor
Gon Kavod
07.2017 - 01.2019
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Provided medication to residents without any error.
Education
Bachelor’s degree - Psychology
Houghton College
Houghton, NY05.2021
Associate degree - Business Concentration
Houghton College
Houghton, NY05.2019
Regents diploma -
Thomas H. Proctor High School
Utica, NY01.2013
Skills
- Personable
- Creative
- Interactive
- Bi-lingual
- Leader
- Sense of humor
- Job Development
- Employer outreach
- Community Collaboration
References
- Jane Willis, Instructor, Houghton College Utica, 315-269-1360, Jane.willis@houghton.edu
- Mark S. Caruana, Dean, Houghton College Utica, 315-525-4512, Mark.caruana@houghton.edu
- Katie O’Donnell, Houghton College Program Coordinator, 315-717-8290, Katie.odonnell@houghton.edu
Timeline
Employment Specialist
The Center
02.2024 - Current
Resident Camp Counselor
Delta Lake Bible Conference
01.2019 - 05.2019
Resident Counselor
Gon Kavod
07.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor’s degree - Psychology
Houghton College
Associate degree - Business Concentration
Houghton College
Regents diploma -
Thomas H. Proctor High School
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