Dominique West
Lakewood Public Schools
Wall Township,NJ
7
years of professional experience
Results-driven Human Resource Associate with expertise in recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations. Proven ability to enhance HR efficiency through process automation and ensure regulatory compliance. Extremely dedicated and detail-oriented, committed to fostering a supportive and successful workplace culture.
Work History
Human Resource Associate
1 Year 9 Months- Coordinated new hire onboarding, ensuring completion of necessary documentation and training schedules.
- Assisted in recruitment processes by screening resumes and scheduling interviews.
- Supported employee relations initiatives by addressing inquiries and resolving minor disputes.
- Maintained HR databases and records with attention to accuracy and confidentiality requirements.
- Enhanced employee retention by implementing effective onboarding processes and conducting regular follow-up meetings.
- Assisted in maintaining compliance with labor laws, reducing potential risks of fines or lawsuits against the company.
- Reduced time spent on repetitive tasks through automation of HR processes, allowing more focus on strategic initiatives.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly while maintaining confidentiality and trust amongst employees.
- Assisted in updating company policies regularly to ensure alignment with current industry standards and best practices in human resources management.
- Gathered personnel records from employees from each department.
- Boosted HR efficiency by consolidating systems and creating user-friendly resources for employees and managers.
- Facilitated conflict resolution between team members, resulting in healthier work relationships and improved collaboration efforts.
- Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, pension plan, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
Special Education Paraprofessional
5 Years 3 Months- Supported students with disabilities in academic and social activities, fostering inclusive classroom environments.
- Assisted teachers in adapting instructional materials to meet individual student needs and learning styles.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to enhance student engagement and reduce disruptions.
- Collaborated with educators to track student progress and communicate findings during team meetings.
- Trained new paraprofessionals on classroom protocols, promoting consistency in support techniques.
- Developed individualized support plans in partnership with teachers to address specific student challenges.
- Monitored student performance data, identifying areas for improvement and adjusting strategies accordingly.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Managed challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment for all students involved.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Skills
Recruitment and selection
Onboarding and orientation
Employee relations management
HR policies implementation
Regulatory compliance
Employee benefits administration
HR software proficiency
HR information systems
Documentation management
Strategic planning
Organizational development
Staff management
Timeline
Human Resource Associate
Lakewood Public Schools
09.2021 - 06.2023Read More
Special Education Paraprofessional
Howell Township Public Schools
03.2016 - 06.2021Read More
Thomas Edison State University
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
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