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Work History
Education
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Psychology Major
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Loretta Wessel

Tippecanoe,IN

Summary

Experienced administrative assistant applying for remote work-at-home position. Good job candidate for a range of administrative skills, including data entry, word processing, proofreading, and editing, .

Work History

Support Specialist

Self Employed Web
Tippecanoe, IN
04.2011 - Current
  • Remote Phone Support Specialist: Provide compassionate counseling and support to callers from diverse backgrounds, addressing personal and social issues with empathy and insight.
  • Engage in enthusiastic conversations, deciphering callers' needs and maintaining dialogues that produce a positive connection.
  • Demonstrate exceptional communication skills, especially keen listening, while maintaining a professional and kind demeanor of nonjudgment and unconditional acceptance.
  • Utilize strong problem-solving abilities and patience to ensure callers leave feeling valued, supported, and satisfied, contributing to their personal growth and well-being.

Massage Therapist

Self Employed
Valparaiso, IN
08.1999 - 05.2015
  • Completed extensive training in various massage techniques, including Esalen massage (Big Sur, CA), Lomi Lomi (Hawaii), Thai massage (Thailand), as well as studies at the International Professional School of Massage (San Diego) and Body Electric Massage School (Oakland, CA).
  • Integrated Cranial Sacral Therapy into a holistic, shamanic bodywork practice, combining diverse modalities to create a personalized and effective therapeutic experience.
  • Applied Holotropic Breathwork techniques alongside therapeutic massage, facilitating deep states of inner peace and relaxation for clients, often resulting in significant improvements in overall well-being.
  • Developed a distinctive approach that harmonized multiple modalities to address physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, receiving positive feedback from clients for the profound impact on their personal healing journeys.
  • Recognized for exceptional skill in creating a nurturing and supportive environment that enhanced the effectiveness of therapeutic sessions.

Secretary

American Bar Foundation
Chicago, IL
07.1986 - 06.1999
  • Employed for thirteen years at a prestigious research foundation exploring the intersection of law and society.
  • Supported the administrative needs of Research Fellows, focusing on document preparation and publication.
  • Excelled in typing, editing, and proofreading scholarly books and research articles, ensuring accuracy and clarity from initial draft to final publication.
  • Managed the entire document lifecycle, upholding high standards of quality and consistency throughout the publication process.
  • Collaborated closely with Research Fellows to facilitate the successful completion of numerous published works.
  • Received formal recognition in the Acknowledgment Section of published books.

Education

Eureka College
Eureka, IL

South Suburban College of Cook County
South Holland, IL

University of Illinois At Chicago
Chicago, IL

Governors State University
University Park, IL

Skills

  • Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Advanced Typing & Word Processing: High-speed and accurate typing of documents; proficient in Microsoft Word Consistently produce high-quality work and am committed to achieving error-free results
  • Proofreading & Attention to Detail: Exceptional eye for detail in reviewing and editing documents
  • Transcription & Data Entry: Accurately transcribe audio/written material and enter/manage data efficiently
  • Time Management: Adept at meeting tight deadlines

Certification

Holotropic Breathwork Practitioner Certification

Completed a two-year training program with Dr. Stanislav Grof. Dr. Grof is a pioneering psychiatrist, author, and foremost authority on altered states of consciousness for healing and transformation.

Timeline

Support Specialist

Self Employed Web
04.2011 - Current

Massage Therapist

Self Employed
08.1999 - 05.2015

Secretary

American Bar Foundation
07.1986 - 06.1999

Eureka College

South Suburban College of Cook County

University of Illinois At Chicago

Governors State University

Overview

1
1
Certificate
38
38
years of professional experience

Psychology Major

  • Three and a half years of college undergraduate credits.

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