Christian Kent
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
High-energy employee bringing extensive experience in service settings and compassion and consideration for clients individuals in need. Patrons. Set and enforced consistent standards to maintain staff satisfaction and meet performance targets. Dynamic relationship-builder with organized nature and sound judgment focused on maximizing team efficiency. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease conflict and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment, combined with a hard working mindset to positively impact company success. Shows attention to detail of the maintenance of operational tools, devices, or mechanisms of everyday operations. Knowledgeable Resident Aide with comprehensive experience in providing compassionate care and support to residents in assisted living facilities. Proven track record of maintaining safe and clean living environment while assisting with daily activities and personal care. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills, ensuring residents' needs are met promptly and effectively.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Resident Aide
First To Serve Minitries
Los Angeles, CA
03.2025 - Current
- Provide direct support to residents in daily activities and personal care needs.
- Assist in maintaining a clean and safe living environment for all residents.
- Collaborate with staff to develop individualized care plans for residents.
- Monitor resident behavior and reported changes to appropriate team members.
Shift Manager
The Clinik LA
Los Angeles, CA
12.2023 - 03.2025
- Maintained strict inventory controls for regulatory compliance across dispensary operations.
- Answered questions about medicinal and recreational uses and effects and qualities of different strains.
- Sold flowers, concentrates and edibles in fast-paced environment.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
- Assisted medical use customers in identifying cannabis medicines and methods of medication that best fit individual needs.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
Store Manager
The Artist Tree
Los Angeles, CA / Riverside, CA
07.2020 - 08.2023
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Assisted in opening new store locations, with training, building and setting up all necessary components.
Resident Aide
Firehouse Ministries
Birmingham, AL
05.2015 - 08.2018
- Supported patients with dressing, grooming, and feeding to enhance mobility adaptation.
- Responded to call lights, ensuring patient comfort by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Conducted regular room checks to uphold cleanliness, safety, and resident well-being.
- Assisted safe transitions for patients between sleeping surfaces and mobility aids.
Fence Installer
J & K Fencing
10.2013 - 07.2015
- Constructing and installing commercial and residential fence.
- Inspected fences for gaps and vulnerabilities, making necessary adjustments.
- Joined, raised and secured fence segments in place.
- Filled post holes with concrete to maintain proper stability and longevity of fencing installations.
- Complied with safety and quality requirements to protect personnel, customers and property structures.
Workshop Supervisor
United Cerebral Palsy
Birmingham, AL
04.2011 - 02.2013
- Managed workshop schedules and resources, ensuring timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
- Maintained neat and clean work areas to maximize efficiency and safety.
- Designed custom storage solutions for the workshop that maximized space utilization while maintaining organization.
- Improved workshop efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and optimizing workflow.
Education
Psychology
University of North Alabama
Florence, ALWest End High School
Birmingham, ALSkills
- Sales Expertise
- Staff Training
- Staff Management
- Accurate Cash Handling
- Maximizing Profitability
- Performance Monitoring and Evaluation
- Customer Relations
- Assisted living experience
- Elderly care
- Compassionate caregiving
- Emotional support
- Dementia care
- Meal preparation
- Housekeeping duties
- Behavioral management
- Personal hygiene support
Additional Information
- Willing to relocate: Anywhere, Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Resident Aide
First To Serve Minitries
03.2025 - Current
Shift Manager
The Clinik LA
12.2023 - 03.2025
Store Manager
The Artist Tree
07.2020 - 08.2023
Resident Aide
Firehouse Ministries
05.2015 - 08.2018
Fence Installer
J & K Fencing
10.2013 - 07.2015
Workshop Supervisor
United Cerebral Palsy
04.2011 - 02.2013
West End High School
Psychology
University of North Alabama