Darren K. Edwards
Los Angeles,USA
Summary
Compassionate [Desired Position] with background in providing comprehensive HIV counseling. Effectively supported clients through diagnosis and treatment options, ensuring emotional and educational needs were met. Demonstrated strong communication and empathy skills, specializing in client advocacy and confidentiality.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HIV Counselor and Phlebotomist
AIDS HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION
09.2011 - 11.2024
- Conduct HIV pre and post-test counseling in high volume blood testing environment in Los Angeles
- Provide community service health education and risk reduction counseling sessions
- Assist in HIV testing and training community events
- Outstanding customer communication skills
- Comprehensive understanding of compliance and safety
- Acquired Phlebotomy Certification / Licensed in California
Line Service Technician
SIGNATURE FLIGHT SUPPORT
11.2007 - 09.2011
- Greeted, parked, towed, moved aircraft arriving or departing ramp area
- Fueled and provided oil for aircraft
- Provided shuttle service for passengers/crew
- Assisted passengers and crew with baggage/cargo
- Helped with general cleaning and clearing of debris from ramp, building and customer areas
Production Assistant
MVP ENTERTAINMENT
07.1997 - 01.2007
- Video director, stage set up and handling of equipment, budgeting, talent scout, actor
Customer Service/Fitness Trainer
BODY SHAPING GYM
08.1994 - 07.1997
- Front desk and fitness club sales, member training and assistance, maintenance of the facilities
Security/Maintenance
CASTLE HILL RETIREMENT VILLAGE
03.1993 - 08.1993
- Provided night safety for retired elderly seniors; patrolled area homes security checks
- Maintenance of the property
Traffic Police Cadet
OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT
04.1990 - 02.1992
- Traffic cadet for the Oxnard Traffic Department - assisted with various police reports, non-emergency calls, major and minor traffic accident reports which included the assistance of accident victims until the arrival of emergency care;
- Recovery of stolen vehicles and stolen property;
- General public assistance
Welder (Federal Position)
NMCB-3
08.1982 - 02.1989
- Company Overview: United States
- Naval welder, metal worker, and steel metal builder
- Naval construction, Planned blueprints during mount-out training, fire and security watches, various military training which included: combat and weapons M-16, M-60; leadership
- Safety watch during deployment with live ammunition
- United States
Education
Phlebotomy Program -
Los Angeles, CA07.2012
Military Training -
US NAVY
Port Hueneme, CA02.1989
Skills
- HIV and AIDS care
- Emotional support
- Substance abuse awareness
- Client advocacy
- Prevention strategies
- Health promotion
- Risk assessments
- Sexual health education
- Individual counseling
References
- Sgt. Randy Latimer, Oxnard Police Department, Officer, 805.385.7749
- Louie Lazano, Los Angeles Police Department, FTO Officer, 818.731.2553
- Chris Barlow, Los Angeles Police Department, FTO Officer, 661.916.3955
- Dr. Peter Kerndt, Los Angeles County Health Department, Director, 213.448.5831
- Mark McGrath, AIDS Healthcare Foundation, Advisor, 213.399.8017
Certification
Phlebotomy Certifications, State and national
Timeline
HIV Counselor and Phlebotomist
AIDS HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION
09.2011 - 11.2024
Line Service Technician
SIGNATURE FLIGHT SUPPORT
11.2007 - 09.2011
Production Assistant
MVP ENTERTAINMENT
07.1997 - 01.2007
Customer Service/Fitness Trainer
BODY SHAPING GYM
08.1994 - 07.1997
Security/Maintenance
CASTLE HILL RETIREMENT VILLAGE
03.1993 - 08.1993
Traffic Police Cadet
OXNARD POLICE DEPARTMENT
04.1990 - 02.1992
Welder (Federal Position)
NMCB-3
08.1982 - 02.1989
Military Training -
US NAVY
Phlebotomy Program -
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