Jesse Anderson
Eugene
Summary
I am a self motivated, reliable, enthusiastic, responsible and hard working person. I have worked with children and families for 7+ years now. I have strong dedication to helping clients resolve issues and cultivating a positive image of the company. I excel in both team environments and alone. I have attentive ability to solve problems quickly and efficiently.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Specialist 2
Oregon Department Of Human Services
05.2024 - Current
- Provides clerical support to caseworkers and supervisors.
- Works cooperatively within a team to provide clerical support to the district.
- Receives, processes, and distributes mail.
- Supply inventory/ordering.
- Prepares and mails letters.
- Provides Notary Public services for ODHS clients and staff.
- SPOTS card holder
- Uploads documents and enters data in OR-Kids.
- Provides information to Caseworkers and supervisors regarding support staff processes.
- Prepares and processes shipping of packages or mail when requested.
- Copy/scan/print documents when requested.
- File Documents into Ecourts
- Promotes and fosters a diverse and qualified workforce and discrimination/harassment-free workplace.
- Recognizes and value of all individuals regardless of their cultures, identities, and backgrounds.
- Creates a work environment where individuals feel welcomed, appreciated, and valued for all that they bring to the organization.
- Participates in professional development opportunities to engage in ongoing education of cultural awareness.
- Demonstrates awareness, understanding and alignment with ODHS Core Values of Innovation, Integrity, Professionalism, Respect, Responsibility, Service Equity, and Stewardship.
- Treats customers, stakeholders, partners, vendors and co-workers with dignity and respect.
- Maintains a work environment that respects, understands, and honors the lived experiences of our clients, colleagues, and the communities we serve.
- Organized and maintained office files, records, and documents.
- Prepared and edited documents to produce precise, accurate and professional communication.
- Maintained confidentiality in handling sensitive information while performing administrative tasks.
Human Service Specialists 1
Oregon Department of Human Services
07.2023 - 05.2024
- Communicate effectively in person and in writing with Participants, family coaches, Benefit Eligibility workers, contracted partner agencies and managers
- Treats customers, Partners, Vendors and co-workers with dignity and respect
- Write narrations, generate documents, and use word processing for tasks for up to three family coaches
- Track case plans, maintain appointment and home visit lists for family coaches
- Meet with participants to determine initial eligibility for expedited SNAP when necessary
- Utilize strong organizational skills for effective information flow between internal and external customers
- Work on special projects with unexpected deadlines and under pressure when requested by managers
- Be efficient on tasks so that the whole branch runs smoothly (teamwork)
- Complete Administrative support tasks such as: returned mail tasks for abandoned cases or have cases, Revolving check requests, schedule/reschedule interview
- Coordinate office procedures - be able to maintain high standards of the position when absent
- Collected and entered data in our computer programs (ONE system, DHR, TRACS, MMIS, excel, MS) for applicants receiving SSP benefits
- Responded to calls daily, providing assistance through active listening and effective communication skills
- Answered questions that the participant had
- Interviewed applicants in person or by phone to verify information provided was accurate
- Attended meetings and participated in staff development training activities
- Explained rights and responsibilities associated with public assistance with applicants
- Utilized multiple systems simultaneously to provide complete and accurate information
- Issue EBT cards (assign card to Participant, Activate the card, set the pin number up for the participant, maintain detailed issuance logs for cards)
- Hand out negotiables (Shell gas cards, Fred Meyer, Amazon, bus passes, goodwill, bus tokens) maintain the negotiables book by signing out each card with detailed information
- Issue Revolving Fund checks (enter in correct check information in MS, get the signing machine set up by adding the stamp signature in, then printing the check and signing it.)
- Review application forms or other documents for compliance with program criteria and completeness
- Provide excellent customer service by ensuring that information provided is given timely and accurately, and responses are made in a calm and courteous manner
- Responsible to demonstrate awareness and understanding ODHS Core Values of innovation, integrity, Respect, Service equity, Professionalism, and Stewardship
Head Start Assistant Teacher
Neighbor Impact Head Start
10.2021 - 06.2023
- Assist lead teacher in planning and implementing a developmentally appropriate program which met the intellectual, emotional, social, and physical needs of each child and was based on the goals and curriculum of the program
- Assists teacher in daily classroom/ meal service tasks
- Participate in weekly and monthly planning for classroom and outdoor activities
- Setting up indoor/outdoor activities and carry out developmentally appropriate activities
- Assist teacher in maintaining written records on individual children and their families
- Ensure a safe and secure environment in which children could be curious, active and encouraged toward self-discipline, and self-motivation
- Provide advocacy and support for families by evaluations, asking questions to see if they are eligible and their needs and connecting them to local resources
- Conduct home visits to help educate parents in the areas of Education, Health/Nutrition/Dental, and Social Services
- Provide home visits to set educational/family goals for the child with the collaboration of the parents
- Consistently maintain and promote excellence in service through open and honest relationships with co-workers, clients, community members and other staff
- Guide the child's behavior in positive ways that support total growth and development and promote self-esteem
- Responsible for implementing Head Start Performance Standards, policies, procedures and guidelines in the day-to-day operation of the classroom
- Ensure that confidentiality of students and families is always respected and maintained
- Assume responsibility for own personal professional development including attending meetings and trainings, and maintaining the appropriate competencies and abilities as required by the position
- Assisted families in completing applications for Head Start enrollment and provided information about program eligibility criteria
- Conducted home visits with families to assess needs and develop action plans based on identified strengths and weaknesses
- Supervised small group activities
- Provided individualized instruction to students who needed additional assistance
- Assessed student progress through observation, testing, and feedback from teachers
- Collaborated with other staff members to ensure student success
- Organized instructional materials, bulletin boards, displays, and demonstrations
- Maintained safe, educational environment for students during learning and free play time
- Communicated regularly with parents, teachers and administrators regarding student progress and needs
- Protected confidential information related to staff and families
- Participated in parent-teacher conferences to discuss children's development and progress
- Remained calm and patient in student interactions to support individual growth and development
- Created lesson plans and chose supporting materials to promote positive learning experiences
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students
- Maintained accurate records of all contacts with clients using a computer database system
- Developed individualized service plans for each family served that outlined goals and objectives for the family's progress toward self-sufficiency
Lead Toddler Teacher
Bend Preschool
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum
- Supervise and care for toddlers, including diaper changes and meal preparation
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment
- Have a positive and supportive learning atmosphere
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents and guardians and with the children
- Participate in professional development activities
- Follow all applicable laws, regulations, and policies
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with parents and co-workers
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Computer literacy with Microsoft Office and My teaching strategies
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive, trusting relationships
- Observed each child's performance on a regular basis to identify areas needing improvement or reinforcement
- Directed and supervised toddler activities, providing guidance to ensure safety
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters
Childcare Teacher
YMCA
03.2019 - 02.2021
- Instructed students on basic life skills such as proper hygiene and self-care
- Monitored student progress to ensure cooperation and growth
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff
- Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being
- Monitored children's play activities to identify additional learning opportunities or behavioral issues
- Supervised a group of 10-15 children in an after school program setting
- Assisted students in completing homework assignments and projects
- Provided emotional support to children struggling with social or academic difficulties
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills
- Provided assistance to YMCA staff with daily tasks and activities
Associate/Stocker
Hobby Lobby
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Delivered products to customer locations on time
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills
- Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items
- Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport
- Maintained a neat, clean and orderly warehouse environment at all times
Clicklist Associate
Fred Meyer
09.2016 - 03.2018
- Verified customer orders for accuracy before bagging groceries for pickup
- Processed online orders by retrieving items from storage area and packing them into bags according to grocery list
- Troubleshot technical issues related to online ordering process and resolved customer complaints quickly and effectively
- Read orders to verify attributes and quantities of merchandise
- Demonstrated great teamwork skills with staff members involved in production and transport
- Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries in a timely manner via phone or email
- Checked customer identification at point of sale when required due to age restrictions on certain products
- Adhered strictly to company policies regarding health and safety regulations while performing duties
- Maintained a clean work station by sweeping floors and wiping down surfaces regularly
- Followed food safety guidelines when handling perishable goods such as dairy, meat, seafood
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently
Teacher Aide
Tillamook Early Learning Center
10.2015 - 12.2016
- Helps assist the teacher, helps with making activities for the kids, and helps with daily activities
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices for early childhood education
- Controlled classroom environments with clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques
- Monitored student behavior to ensure compliance with rules and expectations set forth by school administration
- Taught children foundational skills in colors, shapes and letters
- Incorporated music, art, games, books, blocks, puzzles into daily instruction
- Observed children to record development
- Enhanced sensory abilities by giving children access to numerous textures and shapes
Litter Crew
Oregon Department of Transportation
06.2013 - 08.2015
- A summer job during high school picking up trash on the highway
- Driving a state van, working a with a team
Education
No Degree -
Lane Community College
Eugene, OR05.2018
High School Diploma -
Tillamook High School
Tillamook, OR06.2015
No Degree -
Tillamook Bay Community College
Tillamook, OR09.2016
Skills
- Appointment Scheduling
- Early Childhood Education
- Teaching
- Toddler Care
- Call Management
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Staff Training
- Prioritization
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Excel
- Data Entry
- Infant Care
- Experience with Children
- Classroom Management
- Time Management
- Organizational Skills
- Preschool Experience
- Tutoring
- Classroom Experience
- Curriculum Development
- Communication skills
- Microsoft word
- Computer skills
- Inbound and Outbound Calling
- Scheduling
Timeline
Office Specialist 2
Oregon Department Of Human Services
05.2024 - Current
Human Service Specialists 1
Oregon Department of Human Services
07.2023 - 05.2024
Head Start Assistant Teacher
Neighbor Impact Head Start
10.2021 - 06.2023
Lead Toddler Teacher
Bend Preschool
02.2021 - 05.2021
Childcare Teacher
YMCA
03.2019 - 02.2021
Associate/Stocker
Hobby Lobby
08.2018 - 01.2019
Clicklist Associate
Fred Meyer
09.2016 - 03.2018
Teacher Aide
Tillamook Early Learning Center
10.2015 - 12.2016
Litter Crew
Oregon Department of Transportation
06.2013 - 08.2015
No Degree -
Lane Community College
High School Diploma -
Tillamook High School
No Degree -
Tillamook Bay Community College
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