Lyndzee Bensky
Plantation
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
After-School Counselor/ Front- Desk
YMCA South Florida
04.2024 - Current
- Enhanced student participation by incorporating interactive activities and group projects into the after-school program.
- Collaborated with school faculty to develop enrichment opportunities for students, supporting their academic growth and social skills.
- Assisted in coordinating special events and field trips, providing engaging experiences outside of the classroom.
- Monitored student progress through ongoing assessments, ensuring timely interventions when necessary.
- Streamlined front desk operations for improved efficiency and guest experience.
- Improved communication between shifts by creating detailed handover notes outlining important tasks or issues encountered during each shift.
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly and appropriately handled needs.
Sports Staff Member
I9 Sports
04.2023 - Current
- Seasonal Position
- Led team building activities aimed at improving morale among staff members.
- Trained new staff members on relevant policies and procedures.
- Displayed strong knowledge of rules and regulations related to sports activities.
- Promoted positive sportsmanship among players, coaches and spectators alike.
- Monitored progress of athletes throughout the season providing necessary guidance.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities in managing staff members during high-pressure situations.
- Assisted with the setup of equipment for various sporting activities.
- Developed a comprehensive knowledge of sports teams, athletes, and game rules to accurately report on sporting events.
NHL Allstar Weekend Staff
Adecco Staffing
02.2023 - 02.2023
- Participated in meetings to voice concerns or suggest improvements.
- Managed time by effectively prioritizing urgent tasks.
- Collaborated with other staff members to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly targets.
- Worked under guidance of leadership and alongside other staff members to meet organizational goals.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for senior executives while staying within budget constraints.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to identify and resolve customer issues quickly and efficiently.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure efficient workflow processes.
- Expanded skills by attending workshops and training sessions.
- Worked with a group of over 100 staff.
Volunteer Coordinator
Black At Private School
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Recruited volunteers for committees, teams, and projects by matching interests with needs.
- Reported number of active volunteers and volunteer service hours for annual reporting.
- Planned volunteer appreciation events, ordered gifts, and coordinated other ways to thank volunteers for service.
- Applied best practices for recruiting, onboarding and retention of volunteers.
- Researched potential funding sources for volunteer programs in order to secure additional support for the organization.
- Analyzed data collected from surveys regarding volunteer experiences in order to identify areas of improvement.
- Organized training sessions for new volunteers to orient them on organizational policies, procedures, and expectations.
- Worked with volunteers to determine future volunteer efforts.
Retail Sales Associate
Finishline Inc
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Received and processed online orders for shipment or store pick-up.
- Cleaned and organized sales floor in accordance with company merchandising standards.
- Greeted customers and engaged in conversation to assess needs.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas throughout shift according to company standards.
- Collaborated with staff to ensure restocking and replenishment of merchandise.
- Fostered relationships with customers by providing exceptional customer service and follow up calls after purchases were made.
- Resolved customer disputes quickly while maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Located merchandise on racks or shelves and delivered to customers.
- Built knowledge of product lines to provide accurate information regarding features, pricing, warranties, and availability.
- Explained products and services to help customers make informed decisions.
- Operated point-of-sale systems accurately to process payments from customers.
- Provided friendly and knowledgeable assistance to customers on the sales floor.
- Used POS system to process sales and refund transactions.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company standards.
- Promoted store products by actively engaging customers and providing product demonstrations.
Volunteer Coordinator
March For Our Lives
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Planned volunteer appreciation events, ordered gifts, and coordinated other ways to thank volunteers for service.
- Reported number of active volunteers and volunteer service hours for annual reporting.
- Recruited volunteers for committees, teams, and projects by matching interests with needs.
- Developed and implemented volunteer recruitment strategies, including advertising campaigns and outreach initiatives.
- Researched potential funding sources for volunteer programs in order to secure additional support for organization.
- Organized training sessions for new volunteers to orient them on organizational policies, procedures, and expectations.
- Assisted with event planning activities by coordinating logistics associated with recruiting volunteers for specific tasks or assignments.
- Coordinated volunteer activities, such as scheduling shifts, assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and providing feedback.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Minor in Health And Wellness Coaching & Nutrition
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL04.2027
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL04.2027
High School Diploma -
St. Thomas Aquinas High School
Fort Lauderdale, FL05.2023
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Email and Phone Etiquette
- Relationship Building
- Detail-Oriented
- Decision-Making
- Customer Service
- Public Speaking
- Video Editing
- Formatting
- Staff Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of staff and organizers at March For Our Lives in the development of planning meetings with U.S. House Representatives members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Haitian- Creole
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
After-School Counselor/ Front- Desk
YMCA South Florida
04.2024 - Current
Sports Staff Member
I9 Sports
04.2023 - Current
NHL Allstar Weekend Staff
Adecco Staffing
02.2023 - 02.2023
Retail Sales Associate
Finishline Inc
08.2022 - 12.2022
Volunteer Coordinator
Black At Private School
12.2021 - 01.2023
Volunteer Coordinator
March For Our Lives
05.2021 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Minor in Health And Wellness Coaching & Nutrition
Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Nova Southeastern University
High School Diploma -
St. Thomas Aquinas High School
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