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BROOKE A. MESA

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Occupational therapy Professional with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in patient care, therapeutic exercises, and rehabilitation techniques. Adaptable to changing needs, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Reliable team member, adept at fostering positive relationships with patients and colleagues.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Fieldwork I – Occupational Therapy Assistant Stude

Keiser University
04.2025 - 05.2025


  • Westminster at Julington Creek – Assisted in providing OT interventions for older adults in a skilled nursing setting, focusing on ADLs, mobility, and adaptive equipment use.
  • Brooks Rehabilitation TBI Clubhouse– Supported patient rehabilitation programs by assisting with activities to improve functional independence post traumatic brain injury.
  • The Arc of Jacksonville / SAS of Jacksonville – Facilitated group and individual sessions for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, promoting engagement in meaningful activities.
  • North Florida School for Special Education – Assisted with classroom-based OT activities to support students with diverse learning and physical needs.

Departmental Leading Petty Officer

NAVAL AIR STATION JACKSONVILLE
10.2021 - 12.2023
  • Directly responsible for the performance of work and quality of 8 Sailors located at Naval Air Station Jacksonville, in various administrative tasks as prescribed in a constant personnel turnover. I have trained all junior Sailors on evaluations, CPPA instructions, and incorporated effective checklists which significantly enhanced the command's operational readiness and mission effectiveness. As LPO, I attend monthly meetings with the Commanding Officer and Tenant Command Officer’s Representative to discuss work performance and procedures.

Supervisor

NAVAL STATION GUANTANAMO BAY CUBA SEC DEPT
06.2020 - 10.2021
  • Direct supervisor for in the performance of their administrative tasks in support of 3 UICs, 355 Sailors and 14 tenant commands. Liaison between the Commanding Officer and tenant commands.
  • As the Admin Lead, responsible for proofing all correspondence before submitting to the Administrative Officer.
  • Outstanding customer service skills. Assist the customer by providing them with various information and or directing them to the right place or person. Superb phone etiquette.
  • As Gains Clerk, reviews numerous documents on a check list for submission to Personnel Support Detachment Mayport to ensure member is gained properly and receives all pay entitlements such as dislocation allowance (DLA), temporary lodging expenses (TLE), basic housing allowance (BAH), basic travel pay (BTP).
  • As Transfer Clerk, prepared numerous documents on a check list for submission to Personnel Support Detachment Mayport to ensure member is transferred properly and receives all advance pay entitlements such as advance dislocation allowance (DLA), advance temporary lodging expenses (TLE), advance basic travel pay (BTP) also ensures that flight arrangements are made when members transportation involves flying versus driving. When members transferred OCONUS, ensured Overseas Screening, Passport, and Dependent Entry Approval is submitted.
  • Updated Dependency application/record of emergency data and Service Group Life Insurance (PG2’s & SGLI)—It is critical that members verify and update their PG2’s & SGLI because of the nature of the forms themselves which provide points of contacts in various situations and also designates recipients of large sums of money.
  • As Command PASS Coordinator (CPC), worked closely with the military personnel and Personnel Support Detachment to ensure all aspects of pay and personnel support are accomplished. Through close liaison with your PSD, you will be kept informed of policy changes that impact the pay, personnel and transportation entitlements of your personnel, thereby greatly enhancing the quality of service I can provide to our Sailors.
  • As Command Sponsor Coordinator, reviewed all orders of incoming Sailors. Responsible for assigning each member with a sponsor and a Welcome Aboard Package. Additionally, kept sponsor tracker updated with sponsor assigned and when package was sent.
  • Submitted annual reviews of all command directives based on the month the directive was signed. Responsible for all updates and cancellation of directives. Update the Coordinate Directive Review Notice 5215.
  • Processed numerous awards to include, Meritorious Service Medals, Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, and Civilian Time in Service Awards.
  • Track from start to finish all Sailors and family members deploying in support of OEF and OIF was briefed in accordance with the IA Handbook. Ensured all screenings and requirements were completed and uploaded into BUPERS on Line (BOL)/PERSTEMPO.
  • Ensured all Sailors were Time in Rate (TIR) eligible for the advancement exam by use of the Navy Enlisted Advancement System (NEAS). As the Educational Service Officer, closely worked with Personnel Support Detachment to ensure all worksheets were correct and submitted ahead of deadline.

Division Leading Petty Officer

HELICOPTER SEA COMBAT SQUADRON ELEVEN/USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN 75)/ TRANSIENT PERSONNEL UNIT
10.2018 - 06.2020
  • As a Senior Yeoman, I provided administrative leadership in conducting daily operations for several departments and thousands of staff members to include civil service, contractors, active duty military, and reservist while maintaining mission readiness on the 2020 deployment overseas. Coordinated comprehensive training programs; oversaw development of junior staff and conducted procedural training. Ensured compliance through consistent updates to Standard Operating Procedures; handled 300 annual evaluations and fitness reports. Tracked staffing levels and managed all documentation for newly hired staff. Spearheaded ceremonial event coordination and seamlessly organized awards program. Specific achievements include:
  • Earned top evaluations for outstanding guidance of diversified staff and topnotch mentorship leading to 100% retention. Acknowledged for productivity and optimal effectiveness.
  • Streamlined administrative procedures to provide same-day service. Earned two Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal’s for outstanding leadership.
  • Slashed processing time by 80% through implementation of correspondence tracking system.
  • Led recovery process for 20k staff and families affected by catastrophic events, utilizing Navy Family Accountability and Assessment System.
  • Consistently demonstrated leadership by example, listening to staff to gather ideas and executing decisions with firm but fair approach. Created effective training curriculum for administrators.
  • Orchestrated a number of large scale events to include the Multi-Cultural and Executive Visits to include foreign, national, and local dignitaries.
  • Authored and formulated executive correspondence, policies, and directives governing personnel policy and identification of manpower end-strength and staffing requirements for over 70 career fields.
  • Tracked from start to finish all Sailors and family members deploying in support of OEF and OIF was briefed in accordance with the IA Handbook. Ensured all screenings and requirements were completed and uploaded into BUPERS on Line (BOL)/PERSTEMPO.

Ship Secretary/Legal Clerk

USS COLE (DD 67), HELICOPTER SEA COMBAT SQUADRON TWO
07.2015 - 10.2018
  • Assisted an administrative team of 4 Junior Sailors in the servicing of over 300 Sailors and 4 departments as Ships Secretary. Delivered solid support within the legal team. Motivated staff and provided insight to management regarding team requirements.
  • Blue Jacket Of the Quarter First Quarter Award Winner.
  • Utilized attention to detail in managing comprehensive program aspects; earned top evaluations based on official inspection.
  • Performed flawlessly as Assistant Educational Service Officer, ensured all exams was ordered and administered on time while in a deployed status.
  • Ensured all gains, losses, and entitlements posted by using Master Military Pay Account (MMPA).
  • Updated all Sailors training jackets by using Relational Administrative Data Management System (RADM) while deployed.
  • Solely responsible for a 100k budget for travel. As Travel Coordinator, managed over 300 travel orders and claims by using the Automated Travel Order System (ATOS).
  • As Legal Clerk, processed numerous Page 6/7, transcribed 3 administrative boards, and prepared/submitted all Non Judicial Punishments Packages for Disciplinary Review Board (DRB), Executive Officer Inquiry (XOI), and Commanding Officers Mast. Ensured all Page13 Warnings were briefed and signed if member is being retained on active duty.
  • Delivered 100% accountability across all administrative functions.

Education

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy

Keiser University
Jacksonville, FL
12-2025

Enlisted Leadership Development Program -

01.2020

Computer Operator - Apprenticeship

01.2020

Naval Justice School - Legal Clerk

01.2018

Business Administration - Computer Applications Supervision

01.2018

Command Pay and Personnel Administrator - undefined

01.2017

SERE 0.2 Level A SERE Education And Training - undefined

01.2016

General Shipboard Fire Fighting Training - Self Contained Breathing Apparatus

01.2015

Navy Security Force - Sentry

01.2015

Skills

  • Sharp, dedicated administrative professional with long-standing and diverse experience throughout multiple organizations Deadline driven with outstanding organizational and multi-tasking skills Strong ability to work independently, and efficiently with others Articulate through both verbal and written communications Problem solver and calm under pressure
  • MS Office
  • Total Workforce Management (TWMS)
  • Command Pass Coordinator (CPC)
  • ITEMPO/BUPERS on Line (BOL)
  • Defense Travel System(DTS)/No Cost Orders
  • Master Military Pay Account (MMPA)
  • Page 6 (Unauthorized absence)
  • Page 7 (forfeiture/reduction in rate)
  • PERSTEMPO
  • Fleet Training Management Planning System (FLTMPS)
  • Navy Enlisted Advancement System (NEAS)
  • Navy Standard Integrated Personnel System (NSIPS)
  • Transaction Online Processing (TOPS)
  • Retirements/Separations/Involuntary Separations
  • Navy Family Accountability and Assessment System(NFAAS)
  • SALESFORCE
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking
  • Excellent communication
  • Critical thinking

Certification

Maintains a Secret Clearance Periodic Review: April 2025

Certifications

  • Basic Life Support (CPR and AED) Certification(Expires: 10/2026)
  • OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens / HIV Seminar Course (Completed:10/2024)
  • Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA) Compliance (Completed:10/2024)
  • Prevention of Medical Errors (Completed:10/2024)
  • Human Trafficking Online Course (Completed:10/2024)
  • Mental Health First Aid (Completed:02/2025)

Timeline

Fieldwork I – Occupational Therapy Assistant Stude

Keiser University
04.2025 - 05.2025

Departmental Leading Petty Officer

NAVAL AIR STATION JACKSONVILLE
10.2021 - 12.2023

Supervisor

NAVAL STATION GUANTANAMO BAY CUBA SEC DEPT
06.2020 - 10.2021

Division Leading Petty Officer

HELICOPTER SEA COMBAT SQUADRON ELEVEN/USS HARRY S. TRUMAN (CVN 75)/ TRANSIENT PERSONNEL UNIT
10.2018 - 06.2020

Ship Secretary/Legal Clerk

USS COLE (DD 67), HELICOPTER SEA COMBAT SQUADRON TWO
07.2015 - 10.2018

Computer Operator - Apprenticeship

Naval Justice School - Legal Clerk

Business Administration - Computer Applications Supervision

Command Pay and Personnel Administrator - undefined

SERE 0.2 Level A SERE Education And Training - undefined

General Shipboard Fire Fighting Training - Self Contained Breathing Apparatus

Navy Security Force - Sentry

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy

Keiser University

Enlisted Leadership Development Program -

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