Kennedy Sawyer
Lombard,IL
Summary
Qualified Lead Trainer in multiple areas and am able to adapt at planning and implementing onsite and remote training programs. Authoritative and clear communicator with enthusiastic style and insightful approach. Demonstrated knowledge of standard psychological assessment instruments of personality and intellectual functions. Experienced professional dedicated to helping patients meet potential to function in society. Possesses excellent social and interpersonal communication skills to encourage patient comfort and relaxation. Skilled at coaching special needs individuals to achieve greater independence and confidence.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Trainer
Outback Steakhouse
04.2022 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive bartending and server training to new employees.
- Developed and delivered up-to-date training information to enhance employee performance.
- Created training schedules for bartenders and presented monthly training programs.
- Teamed with two managers to brainstorm ways to enhance and improve training effectiveness.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
Behavior Technician
Total Spectrum
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising BCBA.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Facilitated group sessions to teach clients positive coping strategies.
Bartender, Server
Buffalo Wild Wings
06.2021 - 03.2023
- Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
- Practiced safe work habits, wearing protective equipment and consistently following MSDS and OSHA standards.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
Education
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Elmhurst University
Elmhurst, IL01.2025
No Degree - Psychology
Augustana College
Rock Island, IL04.2022
High School Diploma -
Glenbard East High School
Lombard, IL05.2019
Skills
- Course Materials Development: Abilities to analyzes and describe information learned to myself and others
- Group Instruction: Perviously have been able to hold monthly meeting with multiple groups of employees and communicate expectation's and new skills
- Critical Thinking: In school, work and real life experiences have been able to use information learned to asses and reshape situations
- Statistical Analysis: From research projects and multiple classes taken at Elmhurst University
- CPR
Community Engagement
St. Paul Lutheran Church, Addison Il.
- Volunteered for Choir, Children's Services, and Youth Group.
Languages
German
Limited Working
References
Mrs. Angie Diaz, Employer
- (630)-877-4206
Mr. Jake Jordan, School Associate
- 630-340-2131
Ms. Maddie Evans, School Associate
- 224-290-0218
Timeline
Behavior Technician
Total Spectrum
09.2023 - 01.2024
Lead Trainer
Outback Steakhouse
04.2022 - Current
Bartender, Server
Buffalo Wild Wings
06.2021 - 03.2023
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Elmhurst University
No Degree - Psychology
Augustana College
High School Diploma -
Glenbard East High School
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