Brandi Swaskoski
Fayetteville
Summary
Dedicated and results-oriented professional with a proven track record with EQUUS Workforce Solutions, developing individual relationships with each participant. Focusing on client advocacy and morale building, significantly improving participant outcomes. Skilled in problem-solving and critical thinking, adept at utilizing active listening to provide exceptional emotional support and professional guidance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Career Advisor
EQUUS Workforce Solutions
02.2024 - Current
- Implemented individualized coaching strategies tailored to each participant's specific needs and goals.
- Empowered participant's to make informed decisions about their careers by providing relevant resources and up-to-date information about the job market.
- Collaborated with participant's to identify skills, strengths, and areas for improvement through assessments and evaluations. IE: CareerScope, SkillUP, LinkedIn Learning.
- Conducted weekly progress reviews with participant's to assess their needs and adjust accordingly.
- Monitor case progress for timely completion and compliance with program requirements.
- Assessed needs of each participant and recommended appropriate services and resources.
- Maintain up-to-date records on all participant's, enabling accurate monitoring of progress and appropriate case planning adjustments.
- Building rapport and maintaining relationships with each participant.
Tri-Axle Driver
S&S Hauling
03.2017 - 02.2024
- Completed accurate paperwork for each job assignment.
- Safe transport of differing aggregate to and from locations.
- Increased team productivity by communicating effectively with dispatchers, supervisors, and co-workers to address any issues promptly.
- Maintained a clean driving record, demonstrating a commitment to safety and responsibility on the road.
- Knowledge of quarry safety procedures.
- Remained up to date with federal guidelines.
- Resolved minor mechanical issues on tri-axle as needed, minimizing downtime and keeping schedules on track.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the workplace by modeling safe driving practices and participating in ongoing training programs as required.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems effectively to determine the most efficient routes, minimizing delays during transportation.
Customer Service/Sorter
Adams Rescue Mission
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Worked collaboratively with colleagues in fast-paced environment to meet tight deadlines for sorting.
- Stacked items according to weights, sizes, types, and picking priorities.
- Reduced errors in the sorting process by conducting thorough quality checks and maintaining accuracy.
- Operated fork-lift safely to transfer donation bins.
- Assessed and sorted items into containers or designated areas according to classification, size, and condition.
- Assisted customers with purchases
- Basic register skills.
- Assisted customers find resources that could potentially benefit them.
Education
GED -
Gettysburg High School
Gettysburg, PA08-2001
Skills
- Client advocacy
- Active listening
- Workforce readiness
- Job development assistance
- Problem-solving skills
- Critical thinking
- Verbal and written communication
- Motivational
- Relationship building
- Emotional support
- Professional ethics
- Team building
Timeline
Career Advisor
EQUUS Workforce Solutions
02.2024 - Current
Customer Service/Sorter
Adams Rescue Mission
01.2023 - 03.2023
Tri-Axle Driver
S&S Hauling
03.2017 - 02.2024
GED -
Gettysburg High School
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