Emily O'Connor
Lawrence,KS
Summary
Skilled multitasker with a superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help the team. Reliable and dedicated team player with a hardworking and resourceful approach. Energetic volunteer offering outstanding communication, social media management, and interpersonal skills. Well-trained individual with past experience working with children and elderly people. Punctual and dedicated to service.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Adaptive Waterski Clinic
08.2022 - Current
- Assist in waterski clinics for those with physical and/or mental disabilities by being a side skier, and aiding in transfers from wheelchairs to the water.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Participated in volunteer orientations and training sessions to learn about organizational changes and mission updates.
Volunteer
Natural Ties
08.2021 - Current
- In this club, we are paired with an adult in the Lawrence community with a neurodevelopmental disorder.
- Every week we pick up the person we are paired with, our "tie", and bring them to events put on by the club. Seeing the joy that it gives the "ties" makes the whole experience even more incredible.
- Being a member of this club has exponentially improved my skills in working with those with disabilities and has given me more confidence in doing so.
Intern
Thompson Center For Autism
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
- Observed patient testing and interviewing.
- Scored patient tests.
- Input test scores into online database.
- Organized testing supplies.
- Frequently inspected testing area to verify proper equipment operation.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05.2024
Skills
- Public Speaking
- Social Media Sites
- Outstanding Communication Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Client Relationships
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Google Docs
- Multitasking and Organization
- Creative and Resourceful
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Volunteer
Adaptive Waterski Clinic
08.2022 - Current
Volunteer
Natural Ties
08.2021 - Current
Intern
Thompson Center For Autism
01.2020 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Kansas
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