Charisma Fuentes
San Angelo ,TX
Summary
Dynamic Independent Living Specialist with a proven track record at Disability Connections, skilled in life skills training and individualized planning. Adept at fostering community integration and providing budgeting assistance, I excel in collaboration and interpersonal communication, empowering clients to achieve self-sufficiency and long-term stability. My roles in past retail leadership positions also allows me to have sales skills, cash handling, conflict resolution, and inventory management.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Living Specialist
Disability Connections
05.2024 - 07.2025
- Assisted clients in developing personalized independent living plans.
- Provided information on community resources and support services.
- Facilitated workshops to enhance life skills and promote self-sufficiency.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess client needs.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted support strategies as needed.
- Educated clients on navigating public assistance programs effectively.
- Assisted clients in budgeting and financial planning to promote long-term stability and success.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for clients to ensure accessibility to appointments, meetings, and events.
Internship Student
Rust Street Ministries
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Assisted in organizing community outreach events, enhancing participant engagement and support.
- Developed educational materials for program participants, improving understanding of available resources.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline volunteer coordination processes, increasing operational efficiency.
- Provided administrative support for daily operations, contributing to a smooth workflow within the organization.
- Developed professional skills through hands-on experiences, including time management and effective communication.
- Sorted, organized, and maintained files.
- Received positive feedback from supervisors, reflecting a strong commitment to personal growth and development throughout the internship program.
Assistant Store Manager
Daily Thread
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted in managing daily store operations, ensuring optimal customer service and compliance with company policies.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales goals through effective merchandising and inventory management.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and customer engagement techniques to enhance team performance.
- Implemented visual merchandising strategies to create appealing product displays that increased customer interest.
- Monitored inventory levels, conducting regular audits to minimize shrinkage and maintain stock accuracy.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, supporting strategic decisions for promotions and product placement.
Assistant Manager
Versona
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted in daily operations, enhancing team productivity and workflow efficiency.
- Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation to meet project deadlines effectively.
- Supported customer service initiatives, resolving issues and improving satisfaction levels.
- Implemented inventory management practices, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely replenishments.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
Angelo State University
San Angelo, TXBachelor of Science - Social Work
Angelo State University
San Angelo 05.2024
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Alamo Colleges
San Antonio 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Sandra Day O’Connor
San Antonio 05.2020
Skills
- Self-advocacy support
- Life skills training
- Individualized planning
- Community integration
- Budgeting assistance
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Independent Living Specialist
Disability Connections
05.2024 - 07.2025
Internship Student
Rust Street Ministries
08.2023 - 05.2024
Assistant Store Manager
Daily Thread
02.2023 - 11.2023
Assistant Manager
Versona
09.2022 - 01.2023
Master of Arts - Social Work
Angelo State University
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Angelo State University
Associate of Arts - Social Work
Alamo Colleges
High School Diploma -
Sandra Day O’Connor
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