Kiara Thomas
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Assistant
Project SEED Austin
12.2022 - Current
- Proficiently managed the onboarding process for Project SEED, ensuring seamless integration of new team members
- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Word, effectively utilizing it for documentation and communication purposes
- Conducted insightful interviews to assess candidate suitability for Project SEED roles
- Played a crucial role in the scheduling team, coordinating and organizing interviews, meetings, and project-related events
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills in managing complex schedules for a project spanning over a decade.
Volunteer Assistant
St. David's Hospital Austin
12.2022 - Current
- Provided excellent customer service in the hospital gift shop, assisting customers with their inquiries and purchases
- Assisted in filing paperwork for Occupational Health Services, contributing to the efficient organization of essential documents
- Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy in managing confidential information
- Ensured that rooms were adequately equipped with necessary supplies, contributing to a comfortable and supportive care environment
- Shadowed physicians during patient assessments, gaining valuable insight into the medical decision-making process.
Senior Community Assistant
American Campus Communities Austin
06.2022 - Current
- Acted as a primary point of contact for residents, addressing and resolving issues promptly and effectively
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills in managing resident concerns and fostering a positive living environment
- Served as the first point of contact for Community Assistants (CA), providing guidance and solutions to challenges they encountered
- Played a key role in scheduling and coordinating the CA staff, ensuring optimal coverage and efficient utilization of resources
- Assisted with the leasing process, providing information to prospective tenants and facilitating tours of the property
- Mediated and facilitated discussions to find amicable solutions between roommate conflicts, contributing to a harmonious community atmosphere.
Crew Member
Chipotle Mexican Grill Austin
09.2021 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service by taking and preparing orders to meet or exceed customer expectations
- Worked collaboratively with team members to handle high-volume periods and maintain a positive and efficient workflow
- Handled cash transactions accurately and efficiently, maintaining a balanced cash drawer.
Education
BA in Psychology, Forensic Science -
The University of Texas at Austin
05.2024
Skills
- R Studios
- Microsoft Office Proficiency
- Training and Development
- Employee Selection
- Experimental Design
- People Analytics
- Human Leadership
Coursework
- Advanced Social Psychology
- Foundations of Management and Organization Behaviors
- Cognitive Development
- Introduction to Clinical Psychology
- Biopsychology
- Psychological Methods and Statistics
- Introduction to Statistics and Behavior Science
- General Psychology
Leadership/Community Involvement
- Psi Chi, Member, 09/2023, Present
- Ab Psi, Member, 09/2023, Present
- Black Women's Wellness Organization, Member, 12/2022, 05/2024
- Fearless Leadership Institution, Member, 10/2021, 05/2024
- Black Student Association, Member, 09/2021, 05/2024
- Salvation Army Boys and Girls Club, Volunteer, 06/2018, Present
Certification
- Deans list, 2021-2024
- FAE Scholarship recipient 2021
Extracurricular Activities
Playing volleyball, fishing, and clay molding
Timeline
Research Assistant
Project SEED Austin
12.2022 - Current
Volunteer Assistant
St. David's Hospital Austin
12.2022 - Current
Senior Community Assistant
American Campus Communities Austin
06.2022 - Current
Crew Member
Chipotle Mexican Grill Austin
09.2021 - Current
BA in Psychology, Forensic Science -
The University of Texas at Austin