Martin Weathers
Chicago,IL
Summary
I am a career coach with 4-years of experience. I have helped clients find jobs, negotiate salaries, and develop career paths. I am passionate about helping others reach their goals and thrive in their careers. Have the willingness and the ability to build working relationships for better collaboration. Able to provide good customer service in a demanding environment. Effective verbal and written communication skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Collaborative [Job Title] with solid experience supporting individuals with diverse backgrounds and abilities to navigate job market and pursue employment opportunities. Skilled at creating customized job search plans and identifying job opportunities. Reliable and dedicated to fostering successful connections between clients and potential employers.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Career Coach (Golden Diner/Summer Food Program)
EMPLOYMENT & EMPLOYER SERVICES
06.2019 - Current
- Conducts daily site visits to monitor program operations to ensure compliance with Golden Diners program regulations
- Collects, reviews, reconciles, and processes the submission of daily and weekly Congregate Dining Program Reports
- Ensures client registrations are completed for new clients entering the program
- Ensures weekly meal orders are placed for each site and changes are made to orders as necessary accurately reflecting site participation
- Monitors the meal utilization at each site to identify trends in participation that require additional action or steps to be taken
- Ensures that each site has an adequate inventory of nutrition supplies, and that equipment at each site is in working condition
- Ensures adequate staffing levels of Hospitality Workers and Trainees for the operation of the Congregate Dining (Golden Diners) Program
- Communicates and works with each Host Agency representative(s), and/or program management regularly to discuss Golden Diner Program participation, compliance issues, and other concerns to ensure prompt resolution.
Tax Associate (Seasonal)
HR Block
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Conducted interviews with clients face to face and through virtual tools – videos, phone calls, and emails
- Prepared and completed accurate tax returns
- Generated business growth, increased client retention, and offered additional products and services
- Provided client with IRS audit support.
Shift Team Leader /Manager
WALGREENS
08.2018 - 10.2019
- Assisted with the daily operations of opening and closing the store in the absence of the Store Manager
- Performed all required systems start-ups and followed cash handling procedures
- Helped to complete product returns, order voids, and customer refunds
- Performed cash drops of $2K to the safe during the shift and provided requested change at cash registers
- Assisted manager or assistant store manager in reviewing order exceptions
- Assisted in reverse logistics (e.g., 1506, returns, empty package)
- Resolved customer issues and answered questions to ensure a positive customer experience
- Assisted manager or assistant store manager in evaluating and developing displays, including promotional, seasonal, super structures, and sale merchandise
- Completed resets and revisions
- Assisted with reading and interpreting company policies, procedures, and personnel rules
- Provided customer service in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
Teacher Assistant
EAST AURORA SCHOOL DISTRICT 131
10.2014 - 08.2018
- Aided and collaborated with teachers in delivering the core curriculum instructions for a diverse group of 325 students
- Observed and documented all behaviors to help implement an IEP or 504 Plan for students
- Provided one-on-one tutoring services to students
- Accompanied students to various classes and took notes for students unable to do so for themselves
- Corrected homework assignments and examination materials
- Assisted teachers in maintaining written records of students’ behavior.
Human Resources Student Intern
CITY OF CHICAGO
12.2017 - 05.2018
- Assisted senior HR Management professionals in executing and maintaining a range of key procedures that included organizational development, administrative tasks, communication, documentation, customer service, and database maintenance
- Consulted with customers in the Application Service Center and the front desk by providing customer service, answering questions, and answering incoming calls
- Obtained and utilized a sound working knowledge of the database Financial Management Payroll Systems (FMPS) and Chicago Integrated Personnel and Payroll System (CHIPPS) and clerical software to complete a variety of tasks that involved the creation of Excel spreadsheets and the comprehensive collection and documentation of human resources records
- Worked as a liaison with other city departments on the electronic tracking system
- Accepted HR transactions by entering information into the Electronic Employee Document Management System (EEDMS) in an appropriate manner to maintain compliance with regulatory standards
- Processed employee tuition reimbursement paperwork for citywide departments ensuring that accurate individual refunds were submitted out of an allocated budget of $350K
- Helped resolve problems with tuition reimbursement payments and Backlogged tuition reimbursement record storage by utilizing an Illinois state-issued schedule.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL05.2018
Skills
- Resume Building
- Workforce Readiness
- Performance Assessments
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Community Networking
- Interview Training
Certification
- Chicago Department of Public Health Certified Foodservice Manager
- National Restaurant Association Serv Safe Food Protection Certificate
- Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), Illinois Substitute Teacher License
- Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE), Paraprofessional Approved
Timeline
Tax Associate (Seasonal)
HR Block
12.2022 - 04.2023
Career Coach (Golden Diner/Summer Food Program)
EMPLOYMENT & EMPLOYER SERVICES
06.2019 - Current
Shift Team Leader /Manager
WALGREENS
08.2018 - 10.2019
Human Resources Student Intern
CITY OF CHICAGO
12.2017 - 05.2018
Teacher Assistant
EAST AURORA SCHOOL DISTRICT 131
10.2014 - 08.2018
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
saint Xavier University
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