Hi, I’m
KARLENE SPENCER
Human Resource Manager
West Haven,CT
I have a theory and I really believe it. I think your worst weakness can become your greatest single strength.
Barbara Corcoran
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
1
Activity Director
1
Human Resource
Work History
Civita Care Center at West RiverMilford, CT
Activity Director
10.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Touchpoints At ManchesterManchester , CT
Activity Director
07.2017 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Maintained running inventory of supplies and purchases to monitor budget expenditures.
- Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
- Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients.
- Networked with community organizations and leaders for volunteer opportunities and cooperative engagements..
- Trained and supervised staff to consistently meet performance goals and customer service standards.
Maefair Health Care CenterTrumbull, CT
Recreation Leader
10.2016 - 06.2017
Job overview
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and safety.
- Conducted training seminars, staff meetings, coaching clinics and community meetings to promote organization and educational opportunities.
- Managed timesheets for recreation attendants, instructors and coaches to provide prompt payment.
- Interviewed, trained and supervised part-time and seasonal personnel to perform job functions of recreation center.
- Tracked program spending, enrollments and attendance to produce monthly reports for program director.
Education
Southern New Hampshire UniversityHooksett, NH
Bachelor of Arts from Liberal Arts And General Studies
05.2018
Norwalk Community CollegeNorwalk, CT
Associate of Science from Therapeutic Recreation & Leisure Studies
05.2013
Skills
- Staff Management
- Communications
- Payroll Coordination
- Human Resources Operations
- Regulatory Compliance
- New Employee Orientation
- Recruitment and Hiring
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Kronos Timekeeping
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant
Certified Notary Public
Availability
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Timeline
Activity Director
Civita Care Center at West River
10.2021 - Current
Activity Director
Touchpoints At Manchester
07.2017 - 10.2021
Recreation Leader
Maefair Health Care Center
10.2016 - 06.2017
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Arts from Liberal Arts And General Studies
Norwalk Community College
Associate of Science from Therapeutic Recreation & Leisure Studies
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