Emma Louise Farmer
New York,NY
Summary
Highly-motivated recent graduate with excellent research, technical and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Crime Victim/Domestic Violence Victim Advocate
Safe Horizon
Manhattan , New York
2023.12 - Current
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources such as legal aid, housing, job training and medical care.
- Provided crisis intervention, safety planning and advocacy services to victims of domestic violence and other general crimes.
- Learned and integrated a trauma-informed, client-centered approach, using an anti-oppressive lends into my work with clients.
- Worked collaboratively with NYPD personnel as a liaison to effectively ensure the safety of victims in emergency situations.
- Conducted home visits to assess living conditions, provide support and monitor progress towards identified goals.
- Conducted outreach activities at schools, churches and other community locations to raise awareness about the issue of domestic violence and general crime.
- Maintained client records using an electronic database system, ensuring confidentiality and accuracy of data entered.
- Served as a training mentor to aid in the onboarding process for new hires.
Hostess - Lead
Wild Olive Restaurant
Johns Island , SC
2021.05 - 2021.08
- Greeted incoming guests and escorted to assigned dining area and present menus.
- Answered phone inquiries to schedule and confirm reservations, record takeout orders and respond to service questions.
- Responded appropriately to customer complaints, bringing major issues to attention of manager on duty.
- Resolved customer service and food-related issues to maintain guest satisfaction.
Lab Assistant Intern
Green River Spirits
N. Charleston , SC
2020.05 - 2020.08
- Prepared lab for daily operations by stocking materials and equipment.
- Collected and organized information for entry, prioritizing entries to increase efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral & Cognitive Neuroscience-Psychology
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL12.2022
Skills
- Writing/Grammar/Proofreading
- Data Collection/Entry/Management (i.e., SPSS Statistics, JASP, & MATLAB)
- Proficient in Microsoft Office/Excell
- Effective Interpersonal Communication (i.e., conflict management/resolution, teamwork, active listening, problem-solving aptitude, etc.)
- Safety Planning/Assessment
- Trauma Informed Care Framework
- Client Advocacy
- Time Management/Multitasking
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Affiliations
Study Abroad (06/2022-7/2022) - University of Nicosia (Nicosia, Cyprus).
- European Cultures - studied a variety of diverse European cultures and subcultures, emphasizing the diversity of human experience
- Introduction to Photography - developed fundamental skills and knowledge in the construction and production of photographic images (i.e., landscape, portrait, architecture, street art).
Farm Assistant (05/2019-05/2020) - Sea-Green Farm
- Assisted with planting of seed trays, harvesting flowers, clearing the ground, delivering flowers, and the general upkeep of the property.
Timeline
Crime Victim/Domestic Violence Victim Advocate
Safe Horizon
2023.12 - Current
Hostess - Lead
Wild Olive Restaurant
2021.05 - 2021.08
Lab Assistant Intern
Green River Spirits
2020.05 - 2020.08
Bachelor of Science - Behavioral & Cognitive Neuroscience-Psychology
University of Florida
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