Hope Barr
Kingstree
Summary
Vocational specialist with solid background in supporting individuals in their career development and job placement. Proven track record in team collaboration, adapting to evolving needs, and delivering impactful results. Skilled in career counseling, job coaching, and developing individualized employment plans. Known for fostering supportive environment and achieving organizational goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Vocational Specialist
Florence County Disabilities and Special Needs Boa
10.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with employers to create suitable job opportunities for clients, fostering strong community partnerships.
- Established relationships with local community organizations, expanding resources available to better serve clientele needs.
- Promoted a positive work environment, effectively managing conflicts and resolving issues among both staff members and clients.
- Organized and facilitated various workshops and training sessions aimed at enhancing clients'' professional skills and knowledge.
- Maintained detailed case notes regarding client progress, ensuring effective communication among team members and accurate reporting of outcomes.
- Provided ongoing support to clients throughout their job search process, ensuring successful employment outcomes.
Health Care Provider
Good Samaritan Home Health Care
07.2011 - 09.2024
- Provided timely and accurate documentation of patient care, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Enhanced healthcare team efficiency through effective communication and collaboration.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary environment for patients, staff, and visitors by enforcing infection control protocols.
- Partnered with healthcare teams to address care plan management, development and implementation.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Monitored and recorded patient progress, prompting timely and appropriate interventions.
Shift Leader
Kentucky Fry Chicken
08.1999 - 09.2010
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Resolved customer complaints and issues and offered thoughtful solutions to maintain customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, maintaining accurate records and minimizing discrepancies.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through prompt and courteous service, addressing concerns immediately.
- Collaborated with other shift leaders to maintain consistent standards across all shifts, promoting a cohesive workplace culture.
Correctional Officer
Williamsburg County Detention Center
05.2009 - 07.2010
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
Education
High school or equivalent - General Studies
Kingstree
Kingstree, SC05.2000
Certified Nursing Assistant - Health Care
Low County Medical Training Center
Kingstree, SC05-2024
Graduate Certificate - Administrative Assistant
Ultimate Medical Academy
Clearwater, FL11-2025
Skills
- Workforce development
- Individualized support
- Job coaching
- Skills training
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Motivating students
- Relationship building
- Team building
- Stress management
- Special needs students
- Academic support
- Career development
Accomplishments
- Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine priorities and resource needs.
- Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
Timeline
Vocational Specialist
Florence County Disabilities and Special Needs Boa
10.2016 - Current
Health Care Provider
Good Samaritan Home Health Care
07.2011 - 09.2024
Correctional Officer
Williamsburg County Detention Center
05.2009 - 07.2010
Shift Leader
Kentucky Fry Chicken
08.1999 - 09.2010
High school or equivalent - General Studies
Kingstree
Certified Nursing Assistant - Health Care
Low County Medical Training Center
Graduate Certificate - Administrative Assistant
Ultimate Medical Academy
Additional Information
- Servesafe Certification
- CPR Certification
- Defensive Driving Course Certification
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