Jennifer Harrison
Mesa
Summary
Compassionate Night Shelter Advocate with over 7 years of experience in crisis support and safety. Proven ability to facilitate safe relocations for vulnerable women affected by trafficking and abuse, demonstrating strong advocacy and community engagement skills. Successfully spearheaded initiatives that enhanced safe processes for survivors. Eager to leverage unique skills in providing compassionate support to individuals in crisis, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
Resourceful Human Resources Manager offers employee relations and business management expertise paired with first-rate communication and problem-solving abilities. Strategic and well-rounded professional seasoned in managing and overseeing various aspects of HR. Commended for building trusting relationships within organization to support business needs.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
HR Manager
Walmart
Mesa
01.2017 - Current
- Spearheaded outreach initiatives to recruit individuals for employment opportunities at Walmart, enhancing community engagement.
- Developed and implemented HR policies aligned with corporate objectives.
- Facilitated employee training programs to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Managed recruitment processes to attract top talent for diverse roles.
- Conducted performance evaluations to assess employee contributions and growth.
- Collaborated with management to resolve employee relations issues effectively.
- Oversaw benefits administration, ensuring compliance with company standards.
- Analyzed HR metrics to improve workforce planning and talent acquisition strategies.
- Led initiatives promoting diversity and inclusion within the workplace environment.
- Created and maintained personnel records, such as hiring documents, benefits information and payroll data.
- Monitored attendance records and leave requests for accuracy and completeness.
- Managed performance reviews, disciplinary actions and salary negotiations.
- Conducted recruitment process for new hires, including job postings, interviews and background checks.
Advocate
Open Doors
Los Angeles
02.2009 - 01.2017
- Facilitated intake processes for women affected by sex trafficking and abuse, collaborating with sponsors to secure safe relocations.
- Advocated for clients' rights and needs within community resources.
- Facilitated workshops and training sessions for client navigation and empowerment.
- Collaborated with local organizations to enhance service delivery for vulnerable populations.
- Provided one-on-one guidance to individuals seeking legal and social assistance.
- Engaged in outreach efforts to raise awareness of community programs and services.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions and follow-up actions taken.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive client support services.
- Drafted legal documents such as briefs, pleadings, appeals, contracts, and agreements.
Education
Associate's - Psychology
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, United States 05.2007 - 07/2011
High School Diploma - General Studies
Carson High
Carson, CA 09.1985 - 05.1988
Skills
- Crisis Intervention
- Intake Processes
- Trauma-Informed Practices
- Bilingual
- Maintaining Safety
- Collaboration
- Policy writing
- Employee training
- Recruitment process
- Benefits administration
- Performance evaluation
- Talent acquisition
- Diversity initiatives
- HR metrics analysis
- Client advocacy
Personal Information
Title: Advocate
Timeline
HR Manager
Walmart
01.2017 - Current
Advocate
Open Doors
02.2009 - 01.2017
Associate's - Psychology
Los Angeles City College
05.2007 - 07/2011
High School Diploma - General Studies
Carson High
09.1985 - 05.1988