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Christopher Swopes

Christopher Swopes

Activities Director
Eureka Springs,AR

Summary

Very professional and hard working individual. Im trustworthy and dependable and I really love working. I've been blessed with the opportunity to try several jobs in my lifetime but I consider what I do now to be my career. I wish I had started doing this 20 years ago but I was busy chasing other ideas. I've had 3 businesses of my own, two of which were successful. My restaurant was successful at everything except for making money but im still glad I tried it and ultimately it led me to what I love more than a job or a business and that's helping people that need help. I would love to stay in this industry more than anything but if the right opportunity came along I would be open to a career change.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Activities Director/Director of Environmental Services

Brighton Ridge Nursing Home
Eureka Springs, AR
03.2019 - Current
  • Engaged residents through events, small groups and personal attention.
  • Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities and confidence.
  • Coordinated off-site activities and accompanied residents throughout excursions.
  • Provided respectful mobility assistance to individuals needing extra support.
  • Documented preferences and helped develop relevant activities.
  • Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
  • Scheduled movies, entertainment and other special events.
  • Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
  • Maintained master calendar and relevant records.
  • Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement and engagement of patients.
  • Performed assessments on activity programs to determine what specific activities were suitable.
  • Supervised Activities Assistant and conducted performance evaluations.
  • Arranged outings as part of recreational program.
  • Networked with community organizations and leaders for volunteer opportunities and cooperative engagements.
  • Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
  • Drafted budgets for programs and ordered materials that were needed for certain activities.
  • Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
  • Developed and lead intergenerational activities to encourage mental agility of patients.
  • Stretched minimum annual budget of $[Amount] to cover planned activities through creative use of resources.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Managed team of employees, overseeing hiring, training and professional growth of employees.

Restaurant Owner

Self/ Holiday Island Pizza Company
Holiday Island, AR
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Sourced vendors, negotiated contracts and managed efficient deliveries of high-quality supplies.
  • Spearheaded menu and staff development through detailed training and facilitation of staff meetings.
  • Set employee schedules, delegated work and monitored food quality and service performance.
  • Managed payroll, daily deposits and cost controls.
  • Supervised daily activities of restaurant and [Number] employees.5
  • Supervised daily activities of restaurant and [Number] employees.5
  • Supervised daily activities of restaurant and [Number] employees.
  • Spearheaded regular maintenance and repair operations to keep building and equipment in peak condition.
  • Raised $[Amount] in capital to launch [Type] restaurant seating [Number] guests.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
  • Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
  • Handled money, balanced tills, processed credit card payment batches and prepared bank deposits, maintaining [Number]% accuracy.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.
  • Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.

Owner/Operator

Holiday Man Handyman Services
Holiday Island, AR
01.2016 - 12.2018
  • Performed basic electrical work and plumbing repairs such as installing new toilets, removing electrical wires, unclogging drains and maintaining gutters.
  • Performed minor wall repair, installed drywall and applied wallpaper.
  • Managed available parts, tools and materials inventory to maintain prompt response capability.
  • Prepared for new painting by removing previous materials with seam-cleaning, sandblasting, scraping and sanding.
  • Worked frequently with mechanical and plumbing systems to complete knowledgeable inspections and skilled repairs.
  • Maintained inventory of supplies to complete various repairs on plumbing, lighting or other systems.
  • Completed repair jobs to restore functionality to electric and plumbing systems.
  • Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
  • Responded to maintenance requests in [Type] property with great speed and efficiency.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment.
  • Inspected appliances to make or plan repairs, order new ones or contact property managers.
  • Troubleshot and repaired faulty heating, air conditioning and ventilation systems.
  • Educated clients on how to maintain [Type] systems and appliances, upholding high standards of customer service.
  • Scheduled and completed preventive maintenance on [Type] appliances to help clients cut costs and increase appliance lifetimes.
  • Used various equipment to remove snow and sprinkled rock salt on walkways to prevent falls.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.

Owner/Operator Technician

Dr. Klean
Springdale, AR
02.2013 - 12.2015
  • Cleaned windows, gutters, roofs and other surfaces by power washing or pressure washing.
  • Removed debris using degreasers and chemicals as label recommended.
  • Drove flatbeds and moved trailers to and from work sites.
  • Communicated with clients and limited work equipment near entrances to minimize disruptions to businesses.
  • Completed scheduled maintenance of equipment by power washing, scrubbing and sweeping.
  • Cleaned debris and waste materials from job site.
  • Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
  • Identified repair needs and major maintenance concerns, and escalated issues to management.
  • Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.
  • Supervised supplies in inventory and submitted reorder requests.
  • Promoted building security by locking doors and checking electrical appliances for safety hazards.
  • Used hand trucks or manually lifted supplies, equipment and heavy furniture.
  • Performed inspections and routine maintenance on equipment.
  • Conducted inspection of in-process or finished product.
  • Performed equipment tests, calibrations and repairs to keep machines running smoothly and prevent malfunctions.
  • Performed quality checks to identify finish discrepancies.
  • Assisted with equipment startups and machine installation tasks.
  • Worked outside in all weather conditions.
  • Operated trucks, forklifts and other industrial vehicles to transport equipment and products.
  • Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.

Education

GED -

Nevada High School
Nevada, MO
05.2001 -

Construction Trades

Nevada Regional Vocational Technical Center
Nevada, MO
07.1994 - 04.1996

Plumbing, Second Yr Apprentice

Northwest Technical Institute
Springdale, AR
08.2006 - 05.2008

Skills

Daily Maintenance Supervision

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Certification

[Feeding and Swallowing techniques

Timeline

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06-2022

Activities Director/Director of Environmental Services

Brighton Ridge Nursing Home
03.2019 - Current

Restaurant Owner

Self/ Holiday Island Pizza Company
01.2018 - 01.2019

Owner/Operator

Holiday Man Handyman Services
01.2016 - 12.2018

Owner/Operator Technician

Dr. Klean
02.2013 - 12.2015

Plumbing, Second Yr Apprentice

Northwest Technical Institute
08.2006 - 05.2008

GED -

Nevada High School
05.2001 -

Construction Trades

Nevada Regional Vocational Technical Center
07.1994 - 04.1996
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