Returning HR professional with strong background and effective leadership employment experience across industries; Human Resource Management and Healthcare Talent Recruitment, Social Services, combining Customer Service and Cruise line Entertainment with desire to leverage acquired skills and experience in these industries in return to Healthcare Talent Recruitment.
ROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISE LINES, Miami, FL, 3/2009 - 4/2012
Leadership role: Maintained vocal integrity of Production Shows and other performances.
Coordinated and conducted all sound checks with Cast Manager, Audio Manager and Music Manager.
Vocalist performing at the highest standard in all production shows and various venues as scheduled.
Mentored, coached and supported vocalists with all vocal concerns.
Participated in vocalists' performance appraisals providing fair, objective, and accurate measurements based on observed behavior.
Delivered accurate, detailed and insightful end of voyage show reports regarding vocalists' performances including necessary improvements.
Collaborated with other onboard teammates to provide outstanding guest satisfaction and experience.
Shared best practices and efficiencies with the Entertainment leadership team and colleagues.
HR Manager Recruiter / Generalist
3 Years
North General Hospital | 01.2005 - 01.2008
RECRUITER
Managed full cycle recruitment from sourcing and posting vacancies on employment sites, to onboarding process for Union and Non Union candidates for clinical and administrative positions. Areas include RN, LPN, Therapist, Physician, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Medical Biller, General Allied Health, Administrative Support, IT, Finance, and Technical recruitment.
Consulted with department heads and managers regarding staffing needs.
Conducted criminal background and fraud protection exclusion checks, and social security traces for new hires.
Developed relationship and worked closely with Employment Agencies
Familiar with Employment Agency contracts
GENERALIST
EMPLOYEE / UNION RELATIONS
Versed in SEIU 1199 Union protocol and procedure, and hiring practices
Worked closely with and consulted as needed with SEIU 1199 Union Organizer and Delegates
Advised dept heads, managers and line staff regarding 1199 Bargaining Unit Agreement in relation to hospital policies, procedures, hiring practices, and disciplinary process
HUMAN RESOURCE INFORMATION SYSTEM
Experience using ADP Enterprise HRIS
Maintained up-to-date records of employee data.
Conducted research to verify employee information as needed.
Security level position building and termination
Tracking of employee benefits, compensation, and pension status
MANAGEMENT AND ADMINISTRATION
Advised VPs, department heads, managers, and line staff on company and Human Resource policies and procedures, and disciplinary process
Worked closely with payroll and legal departments regarding general HR concerns.
Working knowledge of HR law, and HIPAA compliance
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION
Provided basic Benefits & Compensation information to regular employees and new hires.
Understanding of FMLA process and procedures
Knowledge of Union Benefits & Compensation policies and protocols
HR Assistant - Temporary Assignment
1 Month
Viacom Corporate, Viacom | 02.2005 - 03.2005
Assisted Human Resource Department in the completion of basic clerical tasks, various filing projects, and appointment scheduling.
H R & Media Library Assistant - In House Temp Assignment
9 Months
Showtime Networks, Inc. | 03.2004 - 12.2004
Assisted Compensation and Benefits Directors in the completion of various filing projects, and office moves. Managed phone coverage for HR Vice President and Executive Vice President
Caseworker / Administrative Service Coordinator
2 Years
New York Department of Social Services - Assessment Unit - Adult Protection Services | 01.1999 - 01.2001
Conducted adult protective services assessments to identify risk, neglect, and safety concerns. Extensive fieldwork
Coordinated services of other agencies (Department for the Aging, etc.) in assisting clients
Enrollment Counselor / Administrative Aide
2 Years
New York Department of Social Services - Managed Care Division | 01.1997 - 01.1999
Advised applicants on managed care enrollment options and coverage requirements.
Trainer / Foster Home Developer
3 Years
St. Christopher's - Jennie Clarkson Childcare Services, Inc., Home Finding Division | 01.1994 - 01.1997
Taught foster parenting skills classes
Trained Agency staff in division policy and procedures
Coordinated & scheduled family interviews, and HIV training for new and established foster parents
Participated in Agency and divisional administrative conferences
Prepared written Home Study document on prospective foster parent trainees
Education
RUCEC / PADGETT-THOMPSON
Professional Development Training
Basics of HR Law
HR Essentials for Personnel
Bachelor of Music
Emporia State University | Emporia, KS
Skills
Strong platform skills with experience in conducting orientation and training forums
Strong written
oral (group and individual)
and interpersonal communication skills
Effective problem-solving skills
Detail-oriented multitasking
Basic Microsoft Word
Excel
and Powerpoint
Work well independently
and collaboratively with team
Timeline
HR Assistant - Temporary Assignment
Viacom Corporate, Viacom
02.2005 - 03.2005Read More
HR Manager Recruiter / Generalist
North General Hospital
01.2005 - 01.2008Read More
H R & Media Library Assistant - In House Temp Assignment
Showtime Networks, Inc.
03.2004 - 12.2004Read More
Caseworker / Administrative Service Coordinator
New York Department of Social Services - Assessment Unit - Adult Protection Services
01.1999 - 01.2001Read More
Enrollment Counselor / Administrative Aide
New York Department of Social Services - Managed Care Division
01.1997 - 01.1999Read More
Trainer / Foster Home Developer
St. Christopher's - Jennie Clarkson Childcare Services, Inc., Home Finding Division