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Kiara Murphy

East Hartford,CT

Summary

Seasoned Entrepreneur with a solid background in business management, operational planning and revenue generation. Hardworking, dedicated and resourceful leader with 20+ years of professional experience. Ready to leverage experience and drive to pursue new professional challenges.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Officiant

Weddings By Kiara
East Hartford, CT
10.2021 - Current
  • Ministered wedding ceremonies, baby showers, Christenings, vow renewals and other officiant services upon request.
  • Arranged ceremonial equipment, transportation, and other day-of-event needs.
  • Corresponded with clients to answer questions and resolve issues.
  • Performed face-to-face meetings to finalize contract for services and event details.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
  • Conducted intake and assessments to formulate plans to fulfill customer's most fantastic day ever.
  • Garnered excellent reviews from individuals and couples and maintained long-term counseling relationships to provide ongoing care and support.
  • Maintained accurate and thoroughly documented notes and client records in accordance with licensing standards.

Residential Counselor II

Vinfen Corporation
Windsor, CT
05.2016 - Current
  • Addressed behavioral and emotional needs of residents through activities and interventions, increasing resident socialization, interpersonal and social skills.
  • Delivered frequent summaries on resident progression and regression in treatment to provide recommendations towards treatment plan for success.
  • Resolved conflicts by performing in-time crisis intervention and enforcing discipline and behavior metrics.
  • Assisted residents in adhering to treatment plans by setting up medical appointments, arranging transportation, coordinating services and providing emotional support.
  • Utilized CX360/Microsoft to fill out and maintain federal and state-mandated forms, client diagnostic records, incident reports and progress notes.
  • Attended meetings to develop and implement individually tailored treatment plans to lead residents to successful reintegration into society.
  • Provided swift and knowledgeable emergency support in line with program crisis protocols.
  • Facilitated floor meetings to discuss concerns, review complaints and convey information about policy changes.
  • Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.

Stylist/Creator

Kiara's Creations
East Hartford, CT
04.2000 - Current
  • Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.
  • Answered telephone calls to provide information and schedule new appointments.
  • Studied advanced techniques to develop proficiency and better serve customers.
  • Consulted with clients on current trends and offered advice on flattering cuts, styles, and fashion.
  • Promoted products and services on social media platforms to increase reach, engage with potential clients and showcase service portfolio.
  • Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
  • Monitored current trends to understand fashions and better serve customer needs.
  • Kept work areas, tools and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
  • Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
  • Helped clients achieve desired looks for daily wear and special events by designing makeup strategies for each scenario.
  • Designed specialty cakes for weddings, birthdays and graduations.
  • Packaged and priced each product according to company pricing procedures.
  • Handled phone calls regarding inquiries, cancelled orders and ordering conflicts.
  • Prepared special creams and frostings for cakes and other dessert specialties.
  • Carefully sculpted figurines, decorations and floral designs using fondant icing and hardened sugar.
  • Disposed of damaged and expired goods to uphold safety standards and provide fresh products.
  • Kept work area safe and sanitized by washing utensils, tools and countertops.
  • Operated cash register and handled cash, credit card and check transactions.

Education

High School Diploma -

East Hartford High School
East Hartford, CT

Skills

  • Advanced communication skills
  • Detail-orientated
  • Highly motivated self-starter
  • Critical Thinking
  • Injury Prevention
  • Preventive Maintenance

Timeline

Officiant

Weddings By Kiara
10.2021 - Current

Residential Counselor II

Vinfen Corporation
05.2016 - Current

Stylist/Creator

Kiara's Creations
04.2000 - Current

High School Diploma -

East Hartford High School

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