Haven Pennington
Joplin,MO
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure high entry-level positions. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HR Coordinator
Black And Veatch
03.2023 - Current
- Supported HR functions with emphasis on record keeping, data entry, and general HR tasks.
- Reduced time-to-hire by optimizing interview scheduling processes, leading to faster decision making.
- Enhanced team workflows and employee job satisfaction by coordinating communication between managers and employees.
- Conducted new employee onboarding and provided ongoing orientation training.
- Assisted in payroll processing, ensuring accurate compensation for all employees based on hours worked and applicable deductions.
- Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees.
Dental Receptionist/HR Admin
Grand Lake Dental Associates
01.2017 - 06.2019
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Verified patient insurance eligibility and benefits.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Scheduled appointments, prepared bills and received payment for dental services by completing insurance forms, verifying insurance information, and maintaining records.
Substitute Teacher
Harrisonville Schools
10.2022 - Current
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to accommodate varied student learning styles.
Varsity Wrestling Coach
Harrisonville Schools
10.2022 - Current
- Assisted clients with developing strategies to manage stress and increase productivity.
- Individually coached struggling players to help boost confidence and meet personal goals.
- Assisted head coach by overseeing practice warmups, conditioning and daily exercises while modeling technique.
- Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
- Planned official visits for prospective student-athletes to educational institutions and admissions events.
Fitness Director
Camp Poyntelle Lewis Village
06.2018 - 08.2021
- Monitored and tracked clients' progress and adjusted instructions to attain successful outcomes.
- Coordinated marketing efforts to promote fitness and wellness programs.
- Adapted instruction to accommodate special needs, disabilities and physical limitations.
- Monitored and evaluated program performance to determine value and quality.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members, businesses and vendors to build trust and rapport.
Manager
Shiver Shack
04.2016 - 05.2018
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Developed and implemented business strategies to achieve business goals and stay competitive.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Education
Bachelor in Psychology - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH12.2024
Associate of Science - Psychology
Presbyterian College
Clinton, SC05.2021
Skills
- Office Administration
- Staff Supervision
- Payment Collection
- Individualized Lesson Plans
- Human Resources Management
- Recruiting
- Onboarding and Orientation
- Employee Relations
- Onboarding, Training, and Development
- Company organization
Accomplishments
- First Women's wrestling full-ride to a Division 1
- Honor Roll in College
- Won an MMA fight while battling cancer
- Deans List
Certification
- Certified Full-Time Substitute
- Licensed MSHSAA Coach
- Personal Trainer
- OSHA 10
Timeline
HR Coordinator
Black And Veatch
03.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Harrisonville Schools
10.2022 - Current
Varsity Wrestling Coach
Harrisonville Schools
10.2022 - Current
Fitness Director
Camp Poyntelle Lewis Village
06.2018 - 08.2021
Dental Receptionist/HR Admin
Grand Lake Dental Associates
01.2017 - 06.2019
Manager
Shiver Shack
04.2016 - 05.2018
Bachelor in Psychology - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Science - Psychology
Presbyterian College
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