LISA BARNES
Windsor,CT
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in caregiving and recruitment. Known for strong relationship-building and effective communication skills, consistently ensuring the delivery of personalized care and support for individuals with special needs.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver, Special Needs
Juniper Home Care
1100 New Britain Avenue, CT
01.2023 - Current
- Monitored health, reporting changes to medical professionals promptly.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
- Supported daily living activities and personal care tasks to enhance quality of life.
- Created personalized care plans with family and healthcare providers to address specific needs.
- Arranged transportation for medical appointments and social activities to ensure consistent access to care.
Senior Recruiter
American Mobile Healthcare
12400 High Bluff Drive, CA
03.2021 - 10.2024
- Managed full cycle recruitment from sourcing to onboarding, ensuring seamless integration of new employees.
- Leveraged social media networks to engage and attract passive candidates, enhancing talent pool diversity.
- Built and nurtured strong relationships with hiring managers and HR business partners to align recruitment strategies with organizational needs.
- Conducted market research to understand trends in healthcare recruitment.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws related to employment practices.
Recruiter
CareerStaff a Genesis Healthcare
Windsor, CT
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Created engaging job postings to attract qualified nursing professionals in competitive markets, enhancing applicant interest.
- Screened candidates for nursing positions across various healthcare facilities, ensuring alignment with role requirements.
- Built strong relationships with candidates, providing guidance throughout the recruitment process.
- Managed applicant tracking system to maintain accurate candidate records and communications.
- Facilitated onboarding processes for new nursing staff, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Facilitated onboarding of new hires, including orientation and paperwork, to streamline integration into the team.
- Utilized various online platforms such as social media sites for advertising job openings.
HR Generalist
Kinsley Power Systems
Granby, CT
07.2012 - 2018
- Managed employee onboarding processes and orientation for new hires.
- Administered employee benefits and answered related inquiries effectively.
- Facilitated training sessions on company policies and workplace safety.
- Maintained accurate employee records in HR management systems.
- Maintained accurate records of personnel data in the HRIS system.
Senior Recruiter
Quest Global & UTC Aerospace Systems
Hartford, CT
06.2011 - 07.2012
- Screened and interviewed candidates to assess qualifications and fit for roles.
- Managed candidate pipelines using Applicant Tracking System for efficiency.
- Facilitated onboarding processes for new hires within the organization.
Conference Manager
MassMutual Financial Group
Springfield, MA
06.2003 - 09.2009
- Organized and managed the planning of conferences from start to finish, including budgeting, scheduling, and logistics.
- Implemented strategies to increase attendance at conferences through targeted marketing campaigns.
- Managed vendor relationships and negotiated service contracts.
- Facilitated post-event evaluations to gather feedback for improvements.
Human Resources Assistant
MassMutual Financial Group
Springfield, MA
06.1999 - 06.2003
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring processes by conducting phone screens, scheduling interviews, and completing reference checks.
- Assisted in on-boarding new employees and preparing orientation materials.
- Managed employee records and maintained confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Responded to employee inquiries regarding benefits and company policies.
Customer Service Representative
MassMutual Financial Group
Springfield, MA
07.1997 - 06.1999
- Answered, screened and processed high volume of calls daily with call management system and web-based communications.
- Conducted follow-up calls to ensure customer satisfaction and resolve issues.
- Maintained a positive attitude while handling challenging customer interactions.
- Documented all activities related to customer service requests.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Springfield Technical Community College
Springfield, MA06-2012
Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Compassionate communication
- Multitasking and organization
- Client records
- Active listening
- Emotional support
- Patient advocacy
- Elderly care
- Behavioral management
- Special needs care
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Patient management systems
- Health regulations knowledge
Timeline
Caregiver, Special Needs
Juniper Home Care
01.2023 - Current
Senior Recruiter
American Mobile Healthcare
03.2021 - 10.2024
Recruiter
CareerStaff a Genesis Healthcare
12.2020 - 12.2021
HR Generalist
Kinsley Power Systems
07.2012 - 2018
Senior Recruiter
Quest Global & UTC Aerospace Systems
06.2011 - 07.2012
Conference Manager
MassMutual Financial Group
06.2003 - 09.2009
Human Resources Assistant
MassMutual Financial Group
06.1999 - 06.2003
Customer Service Representative
MassMutual Financial Group
07.1997 - 06.1999
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Springfield Technical Community College