Brenda Johnson
The Bronx,NY
Summary
Astute occupational health and safety professional with outstanding communication skills. Highly effective in job site analysis and determining the best guidance to promote compliance. Looking to join an organization in an auditing role to help boost overall safety. Gifted and well-educated safety and occupational health manager with more than 15 years of experience. Committed to safety and compliance through implementation of best practices. Seeking a leadership role in the electronic products industry to help reduce the frequency and severity of accidents. Knowledgeable occupational health and safety specialist offering dynamic communication skills. Highly astute and pragmatic and pursuing a master's degree. Seeking an entry level opportunity creating safety documentation and providing insight to prevent accidents.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Living Specialist
Optimum Choice Services
04.2016 - Current
- Recommended improved life choices to enhance client outcomes
- Built and maintained strong relationships with patients by successfully resolving issues and responding promptly to phone inquiries
- Answered questions and responded to inquiries to deliver high level of service to patients
- Observed safety protocols to minimize accidents and spread of disease
- Maintained confidential patient documentation to prevent data compromise and comply with HIPAA regulations
- Collaborated with social workers to support patients
- Educated patients on various resources, services and programs to maximize care.
Respite Caregiver
Deshawn Willis (Parent)
01.2011 - Current
- Remained cognizant of camper dietary restrictions and allergies, confirming proper snacks and meals were distributed to each camper
- Developed events and programs in consideration of needs, abilities and interests of participants
- Advertised for upcoming events to promote engagement and involvement
- Adjusted activity plans to better engage users of differing ability or interest levels.
Court Appointed Special Advocate
State Of New York Unified Court System
01.2010 - Current
- Reviewed all available documentation for client to deliver best possible advocacy
- Interviewed client, parents, foster parents, school officials and other related parties to fully understand child's individual needs
- Followed all data security regulations to make sure that client information was kept confidential
- Identified signs of abuse and neglect after carefully assessing clients and documented information for judge
- Represented neglected and abused children in courtroom in front of judges, answering questions as needed.
Teacher Assistant
Around The Clock Nursery
12.2008 - 12.2009
- Drove social, emotional, intellectual, and physical development through age-appropriate enrichment activities
- Collaborated with teacher to devise and implement developmentally appropriate lessons aligning with school's philosophy and mission
- Prepared bulletin boards, classroom materials and individual student portfolios to support teacher plans
- Modeled and taught basic and advanced social skills, conflict management techniques and study approaches to students.
Substitute Teacher
Betances Day Care Center
09.2007 - 12.2008
- Taught students fundamental building blocks and advanced concepts
- Worked with fellow teachers to develop cohesive educational plans and improve support for diverse students
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on set schedule and operating at consistent level
- Leveraged diverse instructional strategies and hands-on activities to engage students and boost understanding of material.
Safety Attendant
Volunteers Of America
01.2001 - 07.2007
- Performed non-entry rescues and summoned emergency personnel and services if unable to help
- Led safety meetings and trainings for 100 people both on and off the job-site
- Ensured authorization of attendants and checked conditions of equipment
- Studied permits and ensured worker compliance and environmental safety in accordance to permits
- Completed permit and safety inspections for workplaces on strict timelines.
Safety Officer
H.E.L.P Crotona
01.1999 - 03.2001
- Created and implemented programs, policies and procedures designed to effectively reduce or eliminate injuries and hazards in workplace
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to check compliance with fire, hazard and safety guidelines
- Created and compiled all safety training procedures into manuals, which were disseminated to all members of the staff
- Authored, coordinated and delivered mass educational briefings focused on occupational mishap trends and prevention.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Anthropology
Touro College
New York, NY06.2008
Skills
- Site visits
- Public health
- Vehicle safety
- Budgetary planning
- Evaluations and reporting
- Fire and safety guidance
Timeline
Independent Living Specialist
Optimum Choice Services
04.2016 - Current
Respite Caregiver
Deshawn Willis (Parent)
01.2011 - Current
Court Appointed Special Advocate
State Of New York Unified Court System
01.2010 - Current
Teacher Assistant
Around The Clock Nursery
12.2008 - 12.2009
Substitute Teacher
Betances Day Care Center
09.2007 - 12.2008
Safety Attendant
Volunteers Of America
01.2001 - 07.2007
Safety Officer
H.E.L.P Crotona
01.1999 - 03.2001
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology And Anthropology
Touro College