Elizabeth Bethard
Colusa,CA
Summary
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Motivated Criminology student seeking internship in research and data collection to gain hands-on experience. Outgoing and friendly with strong drive to succeed.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Emergency Management / Safety Lead
American Advanced Medical Group
Colusa , CA
06.2023 - Current
- Conducted post-event debriefings with personnel involved in disaster responses or exercises to identify areas for improvement.
- Facilitated interagency coordination in responding to emergencies or disasters.
- Assisted with damage assessment following a disaster event by gathering data from affected areas.
- Evaluated existing resources available for use during an emergency situation and recommended additional measures as needed.
- Identified gaps in current policies and procedures related to emergency management operations and proposed solutions accordingly.
- Conducted risk assessments, identified potential hazards, and developed mitigation strategies.
- Developed and deepened relationships with local municipalities, county departments and city agencies to facilitate smooth planning and coordination of emergency response.
- Studied successful plans from other locations to assess opportunities to improve program operation.
- Reviewed incident command structure documents for accuracy prior to implementation during an emergency situation.
- Provided training and guidance to staff on emergency preparedness and response measures.
- Developed outreach materials for distribution among members of the community regarding safety tips during a disaster event.
- Developed and implemented emergency management plans to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Organized drills, exercises, and simulations to test the readiness of personnel in responding to emergencies or disasters.
- Inspected emergency facilities and equipment to maintain optimal functional capabilities in emergency situations.
- Created reports detailing the impact of disasters on the community as well as the effectiveness of response efforts.
- Coordinated the development of emergency response procedures and protocols for various hazard scenarios.
- Communicated departmental, organizational and industry information to staff to help each person better carry out organizational goals.
- Enhanced emergency preparedness, commanding oversight, and maintenance of over $25,000 in inventory and equipment.
- Enforced standards of care and developed structures to track and evaluate compliance with frameworks.
- Engaged with public health officials on matters related to pandemic preparedness planning.
- Devised and implemented improved care models to increase throughput, patient experiences and staff onboarding.
- Maintained contact with local government agencies regarding emergency management activities.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization on long-term recovery planning initiatives.
- Responded to inquiries from internal or external stakeholders regarding emergency management policies and procedures.
- Monitored weather conditions, analyzed forecasts, and disseminated information related to hazardous events.
- Updated emergency preparedness resource materials plan to comply with federal and state regulations.
- Maintained records of all activities related to emergency management operations including budgeting, staffing, equipment needs.
- Created emergency situation status reports to discuss response and recovery efforts.
- Stayed up to date on federal, state and local regulations governing emergency response plans.
- Identified practical and potential problems facing emergency services and implemented realistic and successful solutions.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
Emergency Management Assistant
American Advanced Medical Group
Colusa, CA
11.2022 - 06.2023
- Reserved and managed meeting room availability.
- Answered incoming calls and recorded accurate messages.
- Gathered and sorted data for inclusion in reports and files.
- Created agendas for meetings, took meeting minutes, distributed notes to attendees afterwards.
- Compiled data into spreadsheets for analysis or reporting purposes.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for documents and records.
- Scanned documents using high-speed scanners for digital archiving purposes.
- Provided administrative support to senior management team.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Scheduled and coordinated meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for managers or supervisors.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
- Served as liaison between management team and outside regulatory agencies when necessary.
- Maintained detailed database of compliance data, activities and actions taken.
- Developed safety programs in accordance with OSHA standards and company policies.
- Monitored employee performance to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Tested applicants with oral, written or practical tests, depending on licensing requirements.
- Maintained records of all incidents, including accident reports, near misses, and unsafe conditions or acts.
- Managed safety and health programs, enforcing compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
- Supervised safe handling, storage and disposal of hazardous materials.
- Enforced regulatory policies and procedures across different teams and programs.
- Investigated, resolved and reported on occurrences documented on employee incident and accident reports.
- Investigated reported and identified compliance issues against accepted standards.
- Received inquiries and advised on regulations related to life safety programs.
- Organized and coordinated comprehensive and consistent training drills to increase employee safety awareness.
- Liaised with emergency services, police and fire to resolve issues and maintain security and service.
- Assisted in the development of new safety protocols for plant operations based on changes in regulations or industry best practices.
- Coordinated emergency response teams during drills or actual events such as fires, chemical spills.
- Documented all safety-related issues within the organization's database system.
- Analyzed data from audits and inspections to identify trends in unsafe working conditions or behaviors.
- Provided training on safe work practices, emergency procedures, hazardous materials handling and other topics related to occupational health and safety.
Education
Master of Science - Criminology
Northeastern University
Boston, MA 12-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Forensic Psychology
Columbia College
Columbia04-2023
Bachelor of Science - Disaster Relief & Emergency Management
Columbia College
Columbia, SC 04-2023
Associate of Science - Social & Behavioral Science
Woodland Community College
Woodland, CA06-2007
Skills
- Crisis Management
- Worker Training
- Damage Assessment
- Emergency Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Emergency Response Coordination
- Calm Under Pressure
- Data Management
- Recordkeeping
- MS Office
- Team Interaction
- Web-Based Research
- Analytical Thinking
- Online Research
- Attention to Detail
- Data Assessment
- Database Research
- Multitasking and Organization
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Research Paper Writing
- Regulatory Compliance
- Strength in Research
- Report Writing
- Administrative Support
- Data Processing
- Interpretation of Findings
Accomplishments
- Graduated Summa Cum Laude
- Order of the Purple Seal in Recognition of Outstanding Scholastic Attainment, re: Columbia College
Timeline
Emergency Management / Safety Lead
American Advanced Medical Group
06.2023 - Current
Emergency Management Assistant
American Advanced Medical Group
11.2022 - 06.2023
Master of Science - Criminology
Northeastern University
Bachelor of Arts - Forensic Psychology
Columbia College
Bachelor of Science - Disaster Relief & Emergency Management
Columbia College
Associate of Science - Social & Behavioral Science
Woodland Community College
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