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Marlene Contreras

1743 Fulton Avenue, Bronx,NY

Summary

Dynamic HR recruiter, who is a highly driven and motivated individual who is adaptable, professional, and has a proactive attitude. Seeking a role where I can utilize my home care experience, problem-solving skills, and finding ways to make a positive change in the communities.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Recruiter

New York Health Care Inc
Bronx, New York
02.2022 - 06.2025
  • Conducted candidate interviews, evaluated qualifications, and made hiring decisions.
  • Coordinated onboarding processes, including orientation and benefits enrollment.
  • Ensured positive candidate experiences by providing timely recruitment updates.
  • Verified employment eligibility through E-Verify system.
  • Participated in recruiting events to attract top talent.
  • Managed daily reporting using Microsoft Excel, Smartsheet, Apploid, and Bolt Intake Apps.
  • Handled phone and email communications efficiently.
  • Entering data by using the HHA Exchange system.
  • Worked closely with the compliance department to ensure a smooth onboarding process.
  • Assisted the RN in conducting weekly in-services.

Sales Associate

H&M Hennes & Mauritz
Bronx, NY
07.2018 - 02.2022
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
  • Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
  • Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
  • Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
  • Conducted inventories on a regular basis to track stock levels using the RFID system.
  • Assisted visual merchandisers with seasonal changes in store layouts, and organized store layout fixtures according to visual merchandising standards.
  • Training new Sales Advisors as a certified Sales Coach.

Education

Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assistant

Sanford–Brown Institute
New York, NY
05-2014

High School Diploma -

JLHS For Media And Communications
Bronx
06-2008

Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Hostos Community College
Bronx, NY

Skills

  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • Effective communication
  • Detail-oriented
  • Problem solving
  • Customer service expertise
  • Team collaboration
  • Microsoft 365 proficiency

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

HR Recruiter

New York Health Care Inc
02.2022 - 06.2025

Sales Associate

H&M Hennes & Mauritz
07.2018 - 02.2022

Medical Assistant Certificate - Medical Assistant

Sanford–Brown Institute

High School Diploma -

JLHS For Media And Communications

Some College (No Degree) - Liberal Arts And Sciences

Hostos Community College