Marieke Swink
Eagle Mountain,UT
Summary
Seeking a Grant Writer position that requires exceptional organizational and problem-solving skills, positive donor relations, and efficient project completion. Objective Mediator with seven years of experience consulting between parties in legal disputes and reaching mutually favorable and just outcomes. Detail-oriented and throw. Understanding of relevant policies, translating client dispute details, and supporting conflict resolution. Attentive listener with awareness and proficiency in applying relevant information to dispute details.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Grant Specialist/Accounting Specialist/Mentor, At-Risk Youth
Health Integration and Resiliency Center (non-profit)
01.2018 - 12.2023
- Efficient in managing proposal submission process to ensure timely submission of all required materials
- Knowledgeable in researching and matching organizations with non-profits
- Proficient in writing high-quality grant proposal narratives, applications, and supporting documents that appeal to the funding organization's board
- Prepare balance sheets, projected summary, and year-end financial reports
- Interact with organizations and directors in an atmosphere of professionalism
- Develop and maintain proposal calendar
- Daily demonstrated an ability to multi-task effectively.
- Secured funding for nonprofit organizations by researching and writing compelling grant proposals.
- Secured grant funding by researching and identifying potential sources for various projects.
- Skilled in assisting youth in developing resilient behaviors and springing ahead of the negative effects of adversity
- Accomplished in using the Story Metaphor Method that engages youth in discovering definable landmarks designed to demonstrate the value of positive goals, planning for achievement, individual effort, personal character, and contribution to team success
- Proficient in teaching resiliency tools that utilize metaphors, accountability, and affirmations.
Certified Basic and Domestic Mediator
01.2017
- Adept in compassionately conducting mediations with workable solutions for both parties
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
- Skilled at understanding the perspective and concerns of involved parties
- Demonstrate empathy, compassion, calmness, neutrality, and empowerment
- Areas of expertise: parent/teen, divorce, child custody, insurance, community, landlord/tenant, neighborhood, and small claims.
Dental Office Front Desk/Accounts Receivable
Murdock and Searle Family Dentistry
01.2004 - 01.2013
- Skilled in interacting with patients in a poised, competent, and professional manner
- Knowledgeable and experienced in handling difficult insurance claim denials
- Managed and researched past due insurance claims
- Correctly input complex insurance explanation of benefits payments
- Competently filed electronic insurance claims with attachments
- Maintained records of daily income and prepared bank deposits
- Computed and prepared monthly billing statements with a history of accuracy.
Education
Certificate - Conflict Resolution
Utah Valley University
Orem, Utah05.2017
B.S. - Business Management
Utah State University
Logan, Utah05.2000
Skills
- Mediation Techniques
- Building Rapport
- Emotional Intelligence
- Professionalism
- Research
- Interpersonal and Written Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Attention to Detail
- Active Listening
- Decision-Making
Additional Qualifications
- Certified in Crucial Conversations
- Self-Management
- Internet/E-mail
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Goggle Suite
- Stress Management
Timeline
Grant Specialist/Accounting Specialist/Mentor, At-Risk Youth
Health Integration and Resiliency Center (non-profit)
01.2018 - 12.2023
Certified Basic and Domestic Mediator
01.2017
Dental Office Front Desk/Accounts Receivable
Murdock and Searle Family Dentistry
01.2004 - 01.2013
Certificate - Conflict Resolution
Utah Valley University
B.S. - Business Management
Utah State University
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