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Lauren Landowski

Fargo,ND

Summary

Dynamic Employment Specialist with a proven track record at Lutheran Social Services of MN, adept at job placement and client advocacy. Skilled in developing individualized employment plans and overcoming barriers to success. Committed to fostering employer relationships and enhancing client skills, ensuring sustainable job opportunities for diverse populations.

Client-focused Employment Specialist with 3 years of experience working with clients from diverse career backgrounds to support comprehensive career and job searches. Tenacious advocate, supporting job seekers through rigorous job search processes. Detailed resume and job application specialist, helping clients generate targeted documents with strategic composition.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Employment Specialist

Lutheran Social Services of MN
08.2024 - Current
  • Developed relationships with diverse businesses to develop competitive and permanent job opportunities for consumers.
  • Matched clients to open positions based on skills and work requirements.
  • Recognized client employment barriers and devised strategies to resolve.
  • Conducted assessments, interviews, and job trials with clients to develop person-centered plans for employment and support.
  • Assessed individuals to identify skills, strengths and interests for job placement.
  • Provided clients with on-the-job training and employment related support to maintain and retain employment.
  • Assisted clients with completing job applications and submitting resumes to improve interview chances.
  • Devised and implemented individualized employment plans to support client goals.

Bartender

Pounds
09.2022 - 07.2024
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.

Direct Support Professional

Lutheran Social Services of MN
12.2020 - 08.2022
  • Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.

Direct Support Professional

Prairie Community Services
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Human Services

University of Minnesota, Morris
Morris, MN
05-2022

High School Diploma -

Brandon-Evansville High School
Brandon
05-2018

Skills

  • Job accommodations
  • Disability services
  • Job placement
  • Client advocacy
  • Employee coaching
  • Employer matching
  • Regulatory requirements

Timeline

Employment Specialist

Lutheran Social Services of MN
08.2024 - Current

Bartender

Pounds
09.2022 - 07.2024

Direct Support Professional

Prairie Community Services
08.2021 - 06.2022

Direct Support Professional

Lutheran Social Services of MN
12.2020 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Human Services

University of Minnesota, Morris

High School Diploma -

Brandon-Evansville High School

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