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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Mackenzie Rumsey

Port Orchard,WA

Summary

I have been working in the field of human services for the last nine years. My utmost priority is to establish a strong and positive relationship with every client or individual I meet. I genuinely enjoy interacting with people, and it is my passion to ensure that their needs are met with a happy and satisfactory outcome.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Overnight Counselor

The Coffee Oasis
Bremerton, WA
01.2021 - 11.2023
  • Assisted clients with developing relevant skills to improve functionality in social, educational and vocational situations.
  • Compiled personal information and compared against professional knowledge to determine needs and optimum strategies for success.
  • Provided supervision and in-house activities to support program participants.
  • Encouraged development of relevant skills to help overcome specific concerns.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop strategies that improve program effectiveness.
  • Adhered to state regulations pertaining to child welfare laws and confidentiality policies.
  • Acted as client advocate to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
  • Acted as a mentor by offering advice on educational goals or career paths for youth participants.

Collection Specialist

Receivable Management Services
Lynnwood, WA
08.2020 - 01.2021

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  • Arranged debt repayment or established schedules for repayment based on customer's financial situation.
  • Worked collaboratively with other departments to ensure timely resolution of customer issues.
  • Investigated billing discrepancies and implemented effective solutions to resolve concerns and prevent future problems.
  • Conducted skip tracing activities to locate missing debtors when needed.
  • Performed administrative functions for assigned accounts, recorded address changes and purged records.
  • Maintained accurate records of all collection activities in the computer system.
  • Researched customer accounts for errors or discrepancies and corrected them as necessary.
  • Reviewed accounts to determine payment plan compliance.
  • Skip-traced with social media sites, professional sites and search engines to find contact information for borrowers.

Crisis Counselor

Volunteers of America
Everett, WA
03.2019 - 03.2020
  • Applied abilities in techniques like active listening and collaborative problem-solving to make positive impact.
  • Assisted clients in identifying resources available within the community such as housing assistance or employment opportunities.
  • Provided referrals to external providers when necessary for further evaluation or treatment.
  • Completed detailed documentation of sessions, patient notes and recommendations.
  • Collaborated to set goals and outline steps to achieve objectives.
  • Assisted clients in developing healthy coping skills that could be used during times of stress or difficulty.
  • Obtained or maintained proper licensure or certification to meet state requirements.
  • Implemented crisis intervention techniques when needed to deescalate situations involving agitated or violent individuals.
  • Assessed risk to client, loved ones or general public through established evaluation procedures.

Youth Counselor

Cocoon House
Everett, WA
03.2019 - 01.2020
  • Assist in every position, case management, overall shelter needs
  • Assisted clients with developing relevant skills to improve functionality in social, educational and vocational situations.
  • Assisted clients in developing coping strategies for managing stressors.
  • Documented actions and incidents associated with youth program participants.
  • Helped clients develop social skills needed for successful interactions with peers.
  • Utilized de-escalation techniques aligned with trauma-informed care model, driving intervention strategy.
  • Conducted assessments to identify mental health needs of youth.
  • Developed case records, reports and other required documents to maintain youth's permanent record.

Evening Lead

Marys Place
Shoreline, WA
03.2018 - 07.2019
  • Collaborated with other social service agencies in providing additional supports for shelter residents.
  • Provided assistance to clients in obtaining housing, completing applications and advocating for their needs.
  • Engaged in crisis intervention procedures to prevent or facilitate hospitalization.
  • Provided emotional support through active listening techniques while maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information shared by clients.
  • Assisted with meal preparation, distribution and clean up activities as needed.
  • Held care conferences with residents and families to review resident health and condition.
  • Coordinated recreational activities for children living in the shelter designed to promote healthy physical activity.

Caregiver

Independent
Bothell, WA
08.2013 - 02.2019
  • Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
  • Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
  • Encouraged Client to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.

Nanny

Care.com
Woodinville, WA
07.2017 - 07.2018
  • Regulated children's schedules to balance rest, learning and play.
  • Removed hazards and developed appropriate boundaries and rules to create safe environment for children.
  • Tended to children's general needs while providing supervision for safety in day-to-day activities.
  • Researched new places or activities that would be interesting and beneficial for the kids.
  • Helped prepare meals for the children according to dietary guidelines set forth by parents or guardians.
  • Communicated regularly with families regarding daily events and any concerns that may arise.
  • Aided with bathing, dressing, teeth brushing and diapering to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health.
  • Planned age-appropriate activities to help foster physical, mental, and emotional development.
  • Met and communicated regularly with parents to discuss children's activities and development.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare such as laundry or meal preparation.

Lead Teacher

Woodinville Children's Center
Woodinville, WA
02.2017 - 02.2018
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve student learning outcomes.
  • Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
  • Ensured compliance with state standards by incorporating them into lesson plans.
  • Implemented appropriate disciplinary actions when necessary while ensuring compliance with school policies and procedures.
  • Utilized behavior management skills to foster environment conducive to student learning.
  • Planned and organized variety of activities and field trips to aid mental and physical growth in children.
  • Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
  • Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
  • Developed and enforced positive strategies to encourage good behavior.
  • Read stories to children and taught painting, drawing, and crafts.
  • Organized creative and fun activities, enhancing children's physical, emotional and social well-being.

Debt Collection Specialist

Iq data international
Everett, WA
08.2015 - 02.2017
  • Skip tracing while making outbound calls, Work through calls and determine if debt can be collected, Efficient and thoughtful effort put into working all accounts.
  • Created detailed reports regarding collection activity, customer account balances, and other related data.
  • Encouraged customers to pay due amounts on credit accounts, claims or overdrawn checks.
  • Developed strategies to collect past due payments and minimize losses on bad debts.
  • Performed administrative functions for assigned accounts, recorded address changes and purged records.
  • Interviewed customers to determine reasons for delinquency, source of income and next pay date to build solutions for financial issues.
  • Monitored customer accounts for any changes in status or updates from creditors.

Clubhouse Teacher

Woodinville Montessori
Woodinville, WA
01.2014 - 06.2014
  • Reported any concerning behaviors or issues to supervisors immediately.
  • Developed and implemented activities to meet the physical, emotional, and social needs of children.
  • Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Maintained safe play environment.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Cascadia Community College
Bothell, WA
01-2014

Some College (No Degree) -

Lake Washington Technical Academy
Kirkland, WA

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Organizational Skills
  • Collections
  • American sign language
  • Answering Phones
  • Computer and typing skills
  • Patience
  • Skip tracing
  • Group management
  • Infant care
  • Front Desk
  • Management
  • Microsoft Powerpoint
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Documentation
  • Case Management
  • CPR Certified
  • Training
  • Computer Skills
  • Communications
  • Office Experience
  • Administrative Experience
  • Nannying
  • Toddler Care
  • Social Work
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Childcare
  • Autism Experience
  • Special Education
  • Crisis Management
  • Microsoft Word
  • Medication Administration
  • Conflict Management
  • Developmental Disabilities Experience
  • Behavior Management
  • Individual / Group Counseling
  • Intake Experience
  • Classroom Management
  • Curriculum Development
  • Tutoring
  • Teaching
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Experience with Children
  • Caregiving
  • Child & Family Counseling
  • Research
  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Employee Evaluation
  • Mental Health Counseling
  • Live Chat
  • Phone Etiquette
  • Sales Experience
  • Customer Support
  • Behavioral Health
  • Program Management
  • Collection Management
  • Early childhood education
  • Mental health counseling
  • Office Administration
  • Intervention Planning
  • Needs Assessment
  • Mental Health Support
  • Client Advocacy

Certification

  • CPR/First Aid
  • Driver's license

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Overnight Counselor

The Coffee Oasis
01.2021 - 11.2023

Collection Specialist

Receivable Management Services
08.2020 - 01.2021

Crisis Counselor

Volunteers of America
03.2019 - 03.2020

Youth Counselor

Cocoon House
03.2019 - 01.2020

Evening Lead

Marys Place
03.2018 - 07.2019

Nanny

Care.com
07.2017 - 07.2018

Lead Teacher

Woodinville Children's Center
02.2017 - 02.2018

Debt Collection Specialist

Iq data international
08.2015 - 02.2017

Clubhouse Teacher

Woodinville Montessori
01.2014 - 06.2014

Caregiver

Independent
08.2013 - 02.2019

Associate of Arts -

Cascadia Community College

Some College (No Degree) -

Lake Washington Technical Academy
  • CPR/First Aid
  • Driver's license
Mackenzie Rumsey