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Work History
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Essie Allen

Bridgeton,New Jersey

Summary

Driven Certified Professional Life Coach and Instructor with a proven track record of empowering clients to achieve success and boosting student performance at Legacy House and County Of Cumberland Workforce Development. Expert in behavior modification and career development, leveraging motivational skills and innovative strategies to enhance client accountability and engagement. Achieved high job retention rates by fostering self-awareness and promoting continuous learning.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Professional Life Coach

Legacy House
07.2021 - Current
  • Developed strong partnerships with other professionals to provide holistic support services for clients when necessary.
  • Empowered clients to overcome obstacles and achieve success with effective problem-solving strategies.
  • Implemented strategies to increase client accountability and engagement, leading to more successful outcomes for clients.
  • Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting coaching approach as needed for optimal results.
  • Promoted self-awareness in clients by utilizing reflective questioning techniques during coaching sessions.
  • Encouraged ongoing commitment to personal growth among clients by promoting the value of self-reflection and continuous learning throughout the coaching process.
  • Successfully maintained client confidentiality while managing case notes and records in compliance with industry standards.

Instructor

County Of Cumberland Workforce Development
11.2016 - Current
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
  • Tracked individuals progress, frequently checking in with those struggling and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
  • Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
  • Evaluated student assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
  • Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
  • Educate on conflict and resolution and enhanced communication strategies.

Assistant Vocational Coordinator

Devereux Foundation
05.1994 - 01.2016
  • Contributed to overall organizational success by actively participating in strategic planning sessions and providing input on matters related to vocational services.
  • Provided ongoing support for employed clients by conducting regular check-ins and offering assistance as needed to ensure job retention success rates remained high.
  • Reduced time spent on administrative tasks by implementing an efficient case management system for tracking client progress.
  • Established partnerships with educational institutions to facilitate continued learning opportunities for clients seeking advancement or new skill acquisition.
  • Promoted professional growth within the team by organizing staff trainings on industry trends and best practices.
  • Assisted clients in overcoming employment barriers through targeted skill-building workshops and training programs.
  • Planned and implemented staff development and in-service training programs to enhance knowledge and skills.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology

The Richard Stockton College
Pomona NJ
05.1999

Skills

  • Self-awareness
  • Motivational Skills
  • Work-Life Balance
  • Behavior Modification
  • Building rapport
  • Health and wellness
  • Influencing skills
  • Career Development
  • Goal Setting
  • Behavior Modeling
  • Career Planning

Strong communication skills

Class instruction

Accomplishments

  • Published Author
  • Motivational Speaker
  • Certified Professional Life Coach

Timeline

Certified Professional Life Coach

Legacy House
07.2021 - Current

Instructor

County Of Cumberland Workforce Development
11.2016 - Current

Assistant Vocational Coordinator

Devereux Foundation
05.1994 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology

The Richard Stockton College
Essie Allen