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DARLINGTON AGYEKUM

Edison,NJ

Summary

Detail-oriented manager with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of timeliness, compliance and accuracy. Seeking an opportunity to utilize leadership skills and passion for helping others to make a positive impact in a residential group home setting.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Sevita
08.2023 - Current
    • Administered medication as directed by physician.
    • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized client environment.
    • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
    • Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
    • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
    • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
    • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
    • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
    • Educated clients and family members on relevant topics to support independent living.
    • Served as a reliable point of contact for family members, maintaining open lines of communication about client progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
    • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
    • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

Area Manager of Operations

Amazon.Inc
09.2021 - 04.2024

• Oversee and manage operations of delivery station, ensuring the highest level of operational performance, efficiency, and quality.

• Lead a team of 52 associates and 2 Process Assistants, providing coaching, training, and performance management to drive individual and team success.

• Implement standardized processes and procedures to optimize productivity, reduce errors, and improve overall operational efficiency.

  • Monitored key performance indicators (KPIs) and implemented strategies to meet and exceed targets, including stow and pick rates, cycle time, and customer satisfaction
  • Actively participate in leadership meetings and contribute to strategic planning initiatives for site
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Managed portfolio of projects, ensuring successful delivery within scope, timeline, and budget constraints
  • Conduct risk assessments and develop risk mitigation strategies, proactively addressing potential project risks and issues.
  • Mentor and coach associates, providing guidance, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities.
  • Conduct regular audits of facility operations to ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.

Software Developer Engineer Intern

Public Sector Pursuit
02.2021 - 05.2021
    • Improved software efficiency by troubleshooting and resolving coding issues.
    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality products on tight deadlines.
    • Wrote scraping scripts using JavaScript and executed from Node.js to scrape data from websites where APIs did not exist, to retrieve data.
    • Saved time and resources by identifying and fixing bugs before product deployment.
    • Utilized node-html-parser open-source library to turn website data to meta-data that could then be queried using CSS and manipulated to pull desired data.
    • Enhanced user experience through designing and implementing user-friendly interfaces.

Lead Asset Protection Detective

Macy's
04.2017 - 10.2018

• Investigated theft (internal or external) and worked to meet safety and productivity expectations.

• Supervised and trained new detectives and visual security officers according to company policies and standards.


• Effectively managed and communicated with visual security officers to make their presence visible in a particular area to deter shoplifting.

• Made reports on all theft incidents, merchandise recoveries, accident investigations and audits.

• Testified in court concerning any case, criminal or civil, wherein the company is party of interest to which Asset Protection Store Detective is summoned.

• Worked on special assignments, investigations, and surveillance as required.


  • Adhered to asset protection programs and procedures to enforce audit compliance.

Customer Service Representative

Target
12.2016 - 01.2018
    • Processed customer returns and payments accurately and efficiently
    • Recommended products to customers, thoroughly explaining details
    • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns
    • Provided excellent customer support to customers, paying attention to needs.

Education

Master of Science - Cybersecurity And Information Assurance

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science and Applied Math

SUNY At Albany
Albany, NY
12.2021

Associate of Science - Aerospace Engineering

Rockland Community College
Suffern, NY
08.2018

Skills

  • Technical analysis
  • Project management
  • MySQL
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Kronos
  • Quality Assurance
  • Case Management
  • Social Skills Development
  • Patient Care
  • Behavioral Management
  • Client Support
  • Behavior redirection

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Sevita
08.2023 - Current

Area Manager of Operations

Amazon.Inc
09.2021 - 04.2024

Software Developer Engineer Intern

Public Sector Pursuit
02.2021 - 05.2021

Lead Asset Protection Detective

Macy's
04.2017 - 10.2018

Customer Service Representative

Target
12.2016 - 01.2018

Master of Science - Cybersecurity And Information Assurance

Western Governors University

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science and Applied Math

SUNY At Albany

Associate of Science - Aerospace Engineering

Rockland Community College
DARLINGTON AGYEKUM