Clara Garner
Normal,IL
Summary
Skilled in environmental health and safety management with background in regulatory compliance, risk assessment, and policy development. Possess strong skills in conducting audits, delivering training, and implementing safety procedures to ensure adherence to federal and state regulations. Proven track record of improving workplace safety standards and reducing incidents. Demonstrated ability to balance business needs with health and safety considerations for optimal outcomes.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Childcare and Home Coordinator
Self Employed
02.2016 - Current
- Founded and coordinated neighborhood community activities and development through outreach and events for 80+ households.
- Volunteered, scheduled, planned, and led school events yearly for three children, meeting with parents, teachers and administrators to ensure projects and events were successfully executed.
- Boosted family communication by coordinating schedules utilizing Cozi scheduling software.
- Implemented systems to improve organization within the household, increasing overall functionality.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized living environment with consistent housekeeping tasks.
- Managed household budgeting and financial planning.
- Ability to quickly adapt to changing family needs and unexpected situations, making necessary adjustments to daily plans.
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Tazewell County Health Dept
05.2014 - 02.2016
- Identified areas of improvement in existing processes to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Performed environmental sampling tests to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Coordinated with other departments within the organization to ensure that all safety requirements are met.
- Inspected or evaluated workplace environments, equipment or practices to verify compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
- Trained new employees in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents with proper behaviors.
- Wrote technical reports, data entry and queries into various safety and health databases.
- Developed and maintained safety policies, procedures, and standards.
- Conducted safety inspections to identify potential risks or non-compliance with regulations.
- Reduced environmental impact by implementing sustainable waste management practices and recycling initiatives.
Bartender Shift Manager
T.G.I. FRIDAY'S - Bar & Restaurant
05.2006 - 05.2014
- Enforced health codes and safety regulations in compliance with state laws.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing customer complaints promptly and efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of daily transactions including cash register receipts, liquor inventories and sales reports.
- Monitored daily checklists and side worksheets to keep other bar staff members on task.
Case Aide
Catholic Charities
01.2004 - 08.2005
- Assisted in the development and implementation of case management plans to ensure clients' needs were met.
- Researched, identified, and referred clients to appropriate community resources.
- Maintained accurate records and documentation of all cases in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Developed relationships with other social service providers to coordinate client care.
- Conducted home visits to assess client's living environment and provide supportive counseling.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Health
Illinois State University
Normal, ILSkills
- Program Development
- Incident Reporting
- Safety Training
- Public Safety
- Health Education
- Regulatory Compliance
- Workplace inspections
- Waste Management
Certification
Illinois EPA qualified certified inspector for Non-Hazardous Solid Waste Management Sites (2015)
Timeline
Childcare and Home Coordinator
Self Employed
02.2016 - Current
Environmental Health and Safety Specialist
Tazewell County Health Dept
05.2014 - 02.2016
Bartender Shift Manager
T.G.I. FRIDAY'S - Bar & Restaurant
05.2006 - 05.2014
Case Aide
Catholic Charities
01.2004 - 08.2005
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Health
Illinois State University
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