Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Cynthia Karczewski

Cynthia Karczewski

Belvidere,IL

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Custodian Building Services

Schaumburg
01.2017 - Current
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting
  • Kept building premises clean inside and outside
  • Inspected facility and grounds and removed trash or other debris
  • Used various cleaning machines such as vacuums and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies, and corridors
  • Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.

Caregiver

Geraldine Lane
10.2012 - 05.2022
  • Assisted with dressing, grooming, medication reminders, and daily living activities
  • Built a strong relationship with the client to deliver emotional support and companionship
  • Ran errands, performed housekeeping tasks, and completed weekly grocery shopping
  • Administered medication and drove the client to doctor appointments and other engagements.

Assistant House Manager/Box Office

Black Ensemble Theatre
11.1998 - 06.2010
  • Used computers for various applications such as database management and word processing
  • Answered telephone calls and provided information to callers, took messages, or transferred calls to appropriate individuals
  • Maintained and entered information into databases
  • Operated office equipment such as fax machines, copiers, and phones
  • Provided customer service, such as order placement or account information
  • Ordered and distributed supplies
  • Supervised other clerical staff and provided training and orientation to new staff
  • Proficient in Word and Excel.

Paralegal Intern

Cook County Publuc Defender's Office
10.2006 - 11.2007
  • Collaborated with fellow interns and paralegals to complete tasks efficiently and meet deadlines consistently.
  • Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
  • Enhanced legal research efficiency by utilizing advanced search techniques and legal databases.
  • Assisted lawyers with materials preparation for internal and external training events.
  • Facilitated communication in client pre-trial meetings to enhance courtroom strategies.
  • Supported attorneys during court proceedings, providing crucial documentation and evidence organization.
  • Answered client calls to respond to inquiries, using open-ended questioning skills to attain applicable information.
  • Built strong relationships with court personnel, effectively managing filing deadlines and ensuring seamless submission of legal documents.

Education

High School Diploma -

Good Counsel High School
Chicago, IL

Paralegal Certificate - Law

Harry S. Truman College
1145 W Wilson Ave, Chicago, IL 60640

Sociology

Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, IL

HIPPA For HEALTH CARE WORKERS - HIPPA COMPLIANCE

360 Training.Com
Online
03.2024

Skills

  • Work independently
  • Responsible and Dependable
  • Customer Service
  • Detail Oriented
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Proficient in Google Suite
  • Experienced with office equipmentfaxing, copying and basic computer programming
  • New Employee Training
  • Administrative Support
  • Problem-Solving
  • Facility Opening and Closing
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Room Setup and Breakdown
  • Maintenance
  • Decision-Making
  • Checklists and Recordkeeping

Certification

PARALEGAL CERTIFICATE

HIPPA for HEALTH CARE WORKERS

DRIVERS LICENSE

Timeline

Custodian Building Services

Schaumburg
01.2017 - Current

Caregiver

Geraldine Lane
10.2012 - 05.2022

Paralegal Intern

Cook County Publuc Defender's Office
10.2006 - 11.2007

Assistant House Manager/Box Office

Black Ensemble Theatre
11.1998 - 06.2010

High School Diploma -

Good Counsel High School

Paralegal Certificate - Law

Harry S. Truman College

Sociology

Southern Illinois University Carbondale

HIPPA For HEALTH CARE WORKERS - HIPPA COMPLIANCE

360 Training.Com

PARALEGAL CERTIFICATE

HIPPA for HEALTH CARE WORKERS

DRIVERS LICENSE

Cynthia Karczewski