Briana McFarlane
113-06 198th Street Saint Albans
Summary
Administrative coordination professional with experience managing documentation, coordinating projects, organizing services, and supporting diverse populations. Skilled in maintaining accurate records, improving administrative processes, and implementing effective strategies that promote individual achievement, collaboration, and organizational success.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Remote Administrative Assistant
Plush Events
Bloomfield
01.2021 - 02.2026
- Coordinated scheduling and documented client events to enhance organization and clarity.
- Maintained organized records, updated portfolios and ensured accuracy of administrative documentation to support efficient operations.
- Facilitated communication between clients and internal staff for information flow.
- Managed multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail.
- Assisted with the planning of special events by arranging catering services, securing venues and ordering promotional materials.
- Assisted events for graduation, retirement, engagement, bridal, baby shower, promotion, birthday and holiday.
- Processed invoices for payment using accounting software applications.
- Establish entry data for spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
Tax Consultant Assistant
York Tax Check (JBE Multi Services LLC)
Queens Village
01.2021 - 12.2025
- Coordinated client documentation and tax records for tax preparation processes.
- Assisted with administrative processes and client communication to enhance client experience.
- Maintained accurate files while ensuring compliance with deadlines for timely tax submissions.
- Organized confidential financial information to maintain privacy and enhance data management with professionalism and discretion.
- Oversee client's profiles attending to updates and alerts.
- Conducted research on federal and state tax laws to reassure clients.
Habilitation Specialist
QSAC (Quality Services for the Autism Community)
Queens Village
05.2013 - 10.2021
- Implemented individualized service plans for children and adults with developmental and behavioral disabilities.
- Designed educational activities, lesson plans, and skill-building exercises to support individualized learning goals.
- Administered and taught classes in Paint, Motor Development, Speech therapy, Creative writing, Arts, Crafts and Music to balance individual's academic and personal growth.
- Maintained documentation and progress notes while ensuring compliance with OPWDD/HIPAA/ABA standards to support quality care.
- Coordinated reimbursement, waiver programs and grants documents for individuals and families.
- Facilitated communication skill development for participants to enhance interactions, independent living skills, behavioral development and community integration.
- Trained families in effective behavioral strategies for enhancing support of children's development.
- Schedule meetings with parents and individuals to review and inform of updated plan.
- Maintained accurate documentation of services provided in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Supervised staff providing direct care services including assigning tasks, monitoring performance levels and providing feedback.
- Supervised staff and students in recreational, work site and home-based environments.
- Encouraged participants to explore employment opportunities that align with their skills, educational and volunteer interests and goals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies, Health Education, Communication Technology
York College - CUNY
Jamaica, NY06-2020
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Queensborough Community College - CUNY
Bayside, NY06-2018
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Access
- Communications
- Community Outreach
- Public Speaking
- Data Entry
- Data Collection
- Data Analysis
- Reporting
- Documentation
- Record Management
- Project Coordination
- Program Coordination
- Event coordination
- Research Methods
- Data Visualization
- Creative Arts
- UX Design
- Jira
- Confluence
- Canva
- Artificial intelligence knowledge
- Artificial intelligence applications
- Artificial intelligence proficiency
- Student and Client Support
- Leadership
- Relationship Building
- Problem Solving
Timeline
Remote Administrative Assistant
Plush Events
01.2021 - 02.2026
Tax Consultant Assistant
York Tax Check (JBE Multi Services LLC)
01.2021 - 12.2025
Habilitation Specialist
QSAC (Quality Services for the Autism Community)
05.2013 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies, Health Education, Communication Technology
York College - CUNY
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Queensborough Community College - CUNY