Brenda Villarreal
Eagle Pass,USA
Summary
Results-driven professional with a decade of expertise in crafting and executing impactful training programs that drive organizational success for diverse organizational needs. A dynamic and motivated producer who generates significant cost-savings by streamlining training procedures and leveraging effective people management strategies to engage employees and reduce turnover.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Talent Acquisition Manager
Pomelo Care
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Collaborated with senior leadership to define hiring requirements, develop job descriptions, and establish recruiting priorities, leading to an effective hiring process.
- Work closely with HR and new hires to ensure a smooth transition and positive initial experience, which contributed to higher retention rates and employee satisfaction.
- Conduct annual training and development needs assessments, including evaluation of leadership and culture trainings for executives.
- Increased the quality of new hires by refining job descriptions, setting clear expectations, and establishing performance metrics for success.
- Developed and executed a company-wide training strategy that increased employee engagement by 35% and improved overall performance metrics.
Training Program Leads
Eleanor Health
07.2020 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with department heads to customize training materials and programs to meet specific team needs, enhancing departmental efficiency by 15%.
- Maintain training and development records for staff, design and conduct appropriate follow-up studies for all completed training and development activity.
- Develop effective training materials utilizing a variety of media and delivery methods in consideration of different learning styles and multi-language challenges.
- Presented at conferences or other professional forums on the successes achieved through various outreach initiatives led by team.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to discuss progress updates, challenges faced, and brainstorm solutions towards achieving program objectives.
English Teacher
Frank Newman Middle School
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Developed engaging lesson plans, enhancing student comprehension and literary analysis skills
- Facilitated classroom discussions, fostering critical thinking and collaborative learning.
- Implemented mentorship program for more than 80 students within training sessions to foster peer-to-peer learning and support.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Evaluate and understand strengths and weaknesses from students and utilize information to develop and improve trainings for all levels.
Case Manager
Serving Children Adults in Need, Inc.
01.2017 - 08.2019
- Managed caseload of 50+ clients, developing personalized care plans and ensuring compliance with regulations
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services, leading to improved client outcomes.
- Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
- Conducted thorough assessments of clients situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies.
Training Coordinator
Kids Are First, Inc.
02.2013 - 05.2017
- Coordinated logistics for training events, including scheduling facilities and managing participant registration.
- Promoted continuous learning within the organization by encouraging 50 employee engagement in training opportunities.
- Maintained training materials, including manuals and e-learning modules, which improved accessibility and knowledge retention.
- Build and update training and development programs by securing existing training programs and supporting materials.
- Provided administrative support for training initiatives, including scheduling, tracking attendance, and generating reports.
Education
Master of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Lamar University
Beaumont, TX12.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies-Bilingual Education
Sul Ross State University
Eagle Pass, TX08.2017
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Southwest Texas Junior College
Eagle Pass, TX05.2015
Skills
- Project Management
- Team Leadership
- Budget Management
- Community Engagement
- Strategic Planning
- Partnership Development
- Communication skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Risk Management
- Problem-solving
- Decision-making
- Time Management
Certification
- CPR/AED/First Aid, American Heart Association-01/2023, 01/2025
- Introduction to Motivational Interviewing, UT HEALTH- 2/2021
- Mental Health First Aid, SAMSHA- 08/2021, 08/2024
- Texas Educator Certificate- ELA 4-8
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Talent Acquisition Manager
Pomelo Care
08.2022 - 07.2024
Training Program Leads
Eleanor Health
07.2020 - 08.2022
English Teacher
Frank Newman Middle School
08.2019 - 05.2020
Case Manager
Serving Children Adults in Need, Inc.
01.2017 - 08.2019
Training Coordinator
Kids Are First, Inc.
02.2013 - 05.2017
Master of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Lamar University
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies-Bilingual Education
Sul Ross State University
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Southwest Texas Junior College
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