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Courtney Benavides

Grapeland,TX

Summary

Quality-driven Grants & Finance Assistant with 2 years of comprehensive experience working with teammates to support accounting functions. Accurately inputs data and records day-to-day transactions. Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounts payable and receivable. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Organized and motivated and eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Grants & Finance Assistant/Project Coordinator

Crisis Center of Anderson and Cherokee Counties
Jacksonville, TX
11.2022 - Current
  • Researched new products or services that could potentially benefit the company financially.
  • Created data visualizations for monthly project reviews and ad hoc reporting.
  • Accessed financial information to answer questions and gather details about specific accounts.
  • Assisted in preparing tax returns for submission to HMRC.
  • Prepared and processed payrolls.
  • Provided financial reporting, forecasting and modeling to support management decision-making.
  • Performed ad hoc tasks related to finance operations as requested by senior managers.
  • Classified and summarized financial data to compile and enter in financial records
  • Implemented program to create daily spreadsheets and streamline financial reporting.
  • Reconciled bank statements on a regular basis.
  • Checked postings and documents for correctness, accuracy and proper coding.
  • Received and recorded cash, checks and transfers.
  • Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.
  • Reviewed existing processes to identify areas for improvement or cost savings opportunities.
  • Reconciled computer reports with manually maintained ledgers.
  • Liaised with auditors during year-end audits, providing supporting documentation when necessary.
  • Performed database entry updates to keep information current.
  • Established key relationships with peers throughout company to improve workflows and reduce communication bottlenecks.
  • Drove cash management to process timely cash receipts and support leaders.
  • Handled bi-weekly payroll services for 35 employees.
  • Matched orders with invoices and recorded required information.
  • Created various documents and handled correspondence and memos to assist supervisor.
  • Prepared monthly and year-end closing statements, financial documents and invoices.
  • Completed and submitted tax forms and returns, workers' comp forms and pension contribution documentation.
  • Advised senior management on financial matters relating to current business activities.
  • Developed procedures for improving efficiency within the department.
  • Assessed data and information to check entries, calculations and billing codes for accuracy.
  • Placed orders for office products, including paper and toner and kept strict eye on inventory.
  • Created spreadsheets to track budget expenses and income.
  • Assisted in the preparation of financial statements and reports, including monthly and annual accounts.
  • Performed bookkeeping and accounting consulting services.
  • Provided support in developing new policies related to financial management.
  • Calculated and produced checks for utilities, taxes and other operational payments.
  • Calculated income and social security tax deductions.
  • Reconciled or entered report discrepancies found in financial records.
  • Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files.
  • Entered data into accounting software packages accurately and efficiently.
  • Provided administrative support to the finance department, such as filing documents and responding to queries.
  • Recorded debit, credit and account transactions in computer spreadsheets and databases.
  • Maintained a record of all financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
  • Assessed, monitored and reported on work progression.
  • Scheduled random drug testing for employees to diminish regularity risks.
  • Initiated employee evaluation process and recommended policy changes to help staff progress toward desired readiness goals.
  • Organized orientation sessions for new hires and provided them with onboarding information.
  • Managed compensation, insurance and vacation days within employee benefits programs.
  • Advised leadership on vacation and sick time, benefits, job services and employment discrepancies.
  • Achieved desired work environment and performance by proactively advising and guiding employees on best practices and overseeing HR training.
  • Managed delivery of customer-focused HR services to company to increase hire rate and reduce churn.
  • Directed HR programs, policies and processes to improve operational efficiency.
  • Created and implemented employee retention strategies.
  • Used data and analytics to improve company processes for recruitment, selection and onboarding.
  • Conducted background checks and reference checks of prospective employees.
  • Organized employee directories and updated individual contact information.
  • Reviewed job descriptions regularly to ensure accuracy of duties assigned to each position.
  • Handled sensitive employee and company information with highest level of confidentiality and discretion.
  • Facilitated communication between management and staff by conducting regular meetings to discuss concerns or suggestions.
  • Collaborated with department managers to develop comprehensive training programs that meet the needs of each individual team member.
  • Suggested promotions and wage increases according to employee performance.
  • Worked with management to create performance measurement, employee development and employee compensation strategies.
  • Evaluated current HR processes and recommended changes when necessary to improve efficiency.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state and local employment laws.
  • Encouraged open communications, promoting positive and pro-employee work environment.
  • Provided HR consultation services to leadership and department heads.
  • Aligned HR policies with federal and local regulations.
  • Used HR website and other media to communicate HR processes, increasing understanding and consistent use.

MDT Coordinator

Crisis Center of Anderson and Cherokee Counties
Jacksonville, TX
02.2022 - 09.2022
  • Followed standard operating procedures to perform quality control audits.
  • Participated in survey preparation activities by ensuring that all necessary documents were available during surveys conducted by state agencies or accreditation organizations.
  • Coordinated timely submission of all required documents including Minimum Data Set forms, Care Area Assessments, Quarterly Assessment Reconciliation, Annual Assessment Reconciliations and other regulatory paperwork.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans.
  • Compiled reports from various systems regarding utilization review outcomes and quality indicators as requested by management staff.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Identified needs of clients promptly and efficiently.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to clients when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Scheduled interviews between our orginzation, law enforcment and CPS
  • Pulled intakes that came in and reviewed them for priority interviews.

Human Service Tech

DFPS
Palestine, TX
04.2018 - 02.2022
  • Acted as role model for clients by exhibiting positive behaviors.
  • Maintained accurate records of all client interactions, progress notes, treatment plans.
  • Coordinated services between multiple providers to ensure quality care was provided to clients.
  • Scheduled and took clients for drug testing.
  • Supervised visits between parents and guardians and children who are under protective custody.
  • Composed or prepared correspondence, case notes and narratives with computer-based applications.
  • Attended court hearings related to cases involving our organization's clients as needed.
  • Visited clients at home to distribute community referral and resource information.
  • Improved outcomes and successes by utilizing multidisciplinary risk identification and management in care planning.
  • Analyzed numerical and narrative data from automated system to interpret eligibility determinations.
  • Assisted in the development of individualized care plans for clients based on their needs and preferences.
  • Coordinated care with interdisciplinary teams and community contacts to promote continuity of care.

Jailer

Houston County Sheriff’s Office
Crockett, TX
03.2013 - 04.2018
  • Monitored conduct of prisoners in housing unit or during work or recreational activities to prevent escape or violence.
  • Processed new inmates upon admission, including searching them for contraband items.
  • Transported inmates to court, doctor appointments and work sites.
  • Conducted booking procedures on new inmates by performing fingerprinting and medical assessments.
  • Patrolled and visually inspected units, yards, buildings and prisoner property and clothing to ensure welfare, security and safety.
  • Guarded facility entrances to screen visitors.
  • Used appropriate means to discipline prisoners.
  • Performed head counts, checking cells for missing inmates.
  • Participated in regular meetings with supervisors to discuss progress updates.
  • Conducted regular cell inspections to identify contraband, weapons, or other hazardous materials.
  • Distributed commissary items and dispensed prescribed medication to prisoners.
  • Conducted searches of cells for illegal substances or weapons on a regular basis.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations in a professional manner, using appropriate force if needed.
  • Inspected all incoming and outgoing mail for contraband.
  • Facilitated communication between inmates and their families through phone calls or visits.
  • Took prisoners into custody and escorted to locations within and outside facility.
  • Maintained records of prisoners' identification and charges.
  • Issued clothing, tools and other authorized items to inmates.
  • Operated telephones, switchboards, intercoms and two-way radios to communicate with other personnel.
  • Maintained secure environment for inmates and staff by enforcing rules and regulations.
  • Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.

Correctional Clerical Associate

UTMB
Beaumont, TX
02.2008 - 03.2013
  • Conducted office inventory checks and requested restock of supplies.
  • Performed receptionist duties such as greeting inmates and answering calls.
  • Collected and coded various documents to prepare for filing, storage and processing.
  • Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents to improve organizational workflow.
  • Sorted and distributed incoming mail, dispersing to appropriate departments and personnel.
  • Coordinated travel arrangements for inmates who needed to be seen outside the prison.
  • Answered telephones, directed calls, and took messages.
  • Answered inmates inquiries via mail.

Correctional Officer

TDCJ
Woodville, TX
07.2005 - 01.2008
  • Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
  • Provided guidance and counseling services to help inmates adjust to their new environment and develop life skills needed upon release from prison.
  • Instructed inmates in work assignments and explained tasks.
  • Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
  • Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
  • Reviewed incident reports submitted by subordinates concerning violations of policy or procedure observed during shift changes.
  • Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
  • Transported inmates to and from medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
  • Inspected locks, window bars, doors, and security systems to support escape prevention.

Medication Aide

UTMB
Palestine, Huntsville, Beaumont, Lovelady, TX
03.2003 - 06.2005
  • Promoted clean and sanitary environment by maintaining department equipment.
  • Organized and administered medications on schedules to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.
  • Ordered drug supplies from pharmacy as needed for patient care needs.
  • Verified the identity of the patient receiving medication prior to administration.
  • Provided education on safe medication practices for family members and caregivers of discharged patients.
  • Received supply of ordered medications to apportion, mix or assemble drugs for administration to patient.
  • Leveraged medication expertise to accurately enter medications and supplies into computer system.
  • Safely and accurately prepared all medications and sterilized products by using proper techniques, calculations and standards of precautions.
  • Researched medications to better understand properties and interactions with other drugs.
  • Maintained medication stock and cleaned patient rooms and equipment.

Certified Nurse’s Aide

Whitehall Nursing Home
Crockett, TX
07.2001 - 02.2003
  • Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Responded to emergency situations according to established protocols.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
  • Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs quickly.
  • Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.

Education

High School Graduate -

Kennard ISD
01.2001

Skills

  • Inventory
  • Typing-(80 WPM)
  • Organizational Skills
  • Medical Experience
  • Printer, Fax, Scan
  • Payroll-Fast Funds software
  • Human Resource-E-Verify, Background Checks
  • Non-Profit
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Word, QuickBooks
  • Financial Reporting
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Payment Posting
  • Supply Requisition
  • Payroll Processing
  • Staff Coordination

Leadership Experience

I have recently been put in charge on overseeing the managers of our Thrift Stores which includes handling any situations that arise and approving or declining time off. I make sure when the managers are off that the stores are well covered and run smoothly. I am also over two of the employees at the Crisis Center in Jacksonville, the Client Service Coordinator and one intake coordinator, I approve and decline time off and make sure their positions are covered in an emergency. we have two locations I work; other location is in Palestine Tx; I am also in the HR role for the agency and have been for over a year. Also, I will do what needs to be done to make the agency shine.

Communication Skills

I am a hard worker. I work well with others but can also handle duties on my own, I am also a quick learner and love to learn new things, very dependable. I put 100% into anything I do. The way I work reflects myself as a person and I want nothing but the best to be represented when someone mentions my name in a reference or by previous employers.

References

Available upon request.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Grants & Finance Assistant/Project Coordinator

Crisis Center of Anderson and Cherokee Counties
11.2022 - Current

MDT Coordinator

Crisis Center of Anderson and Cherokee Counties
02.2022 - 09.2022

Human Service Tech

DFPS
04.2018 - 02.2022

Jailer

Houston County Sheriff’s Office
03.2013 - 04.2018

Correctional Clerical Associate

UTMB
02.2008 - 03.2013

Correctional Officer

TDCJ
07.2005 - 01.2008

Medication Aide

UTMB
03.2003 - 06.2005

Certified Nurse’s Aide

Whitehall Nursing Home
07.2001 - 02.2003

High School Graduate -

Kennard ISD

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