Crista Martinez

Caring, empathetic Substance Abuse Counselor with four years of experience in outpatient and residential treatment settings. Exceptionally talented at building rapport with different patient groups to encourage honesty and growth in recovery from substance abuse. Desire to pursue a new role in the mental health field.

Daycare Provider, 07/2007 to 08/2015
Self-employed – Rochester, Minnesota
Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development
Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs
Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction
Led activities for over 10 children ages 6 weeks to 11 years old
Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten

Department Manager, 06/2000 to 07/2007
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. – Rochester, Minnesota
Managed inventory and receiving operations to maintain optimal stock levels and meet expected demands
Kept employee workloads fair and balanced to achieve objectives while maintaining high job satisfaction
Worked actively with management team to create daily and weekly sales plans based on weekly sales
trends
Partnered with merchandising team to plan and execute floor moves, merchandise placement and overall
sales set-up

• Member, Marine corps League Auxiliary, 2007 to Current

Emergency Medical Techinician-Basic, 2007-2013