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Mary Dodson
Hillsborough,NC
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Excels at being detail oriented. Flexible work schedule. Dedicated to getting the job done in a timely manner that works for everyone. Works well in a team setting or individually.
Overview
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Walnut Grove United Methodist Church , Hurdle Mills , NC
Director of Christian Formation
01.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Collaborated with team to developed missionary and member care.
- Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
- Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities, classes, fundraisers and church wide events.
- Hired, mentored and supervised Nursery Worker position and volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
- Kept children and youth safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies using Safe Sanctuaries Program
- Offered Christian education, pastoral care and spiritual support to all ages
- Kept important documents pertaining to trainings, health, as well as missionary permission for all ages.
- Worked with Administrative Assistant to assure weekly communication and church newsletter.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holidays.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Walnut Grove United Methodist Church , Hurdle Mills , NC
Youth Director
08.2014 - 12.2016
Job overview
- Attended staff meetings and submitted announcements to church newsletter and calendar of events to facilitate open communication with church congregation.
- Liaised with Pastor to lead integration of youth into worship and other ministry areas at church and church events.
- Recruited, developed and encouraged volunteers and parents to provide fellowship and faith building activities for youth.
- Assisted in creation and implementation of missions strategy for youth to get involved in local and global missions.
- Planned weekly groups as well as special events and overnight retreats.
- Taught and counseled youth ages 11 to 18.
- Implemented bible study and faith and life issues and social responsibility topical studies to foster effective ministry for youth education.
- Scheduled and managed teams of youth volunteers.
- Oversaw youth ministry budget and tracked all expenses.
- Set goals for youth in church and communicated with parents regarding progress.
- Raised congregational awareness of needs and contributions of youth to church life and operations.
- Built, managed and upgraded K-12 educational program.
- Coordinated and attended annual church events to foster and build intergenerational fellowship and outreach.
Goodwin Family, Hillsborough , NC
Senior Caregiver
08.2011 - 04.2015
Job overview
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
- Entertained, conversed and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Conferred with supervisor to discuss patient condition and medical care.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Replaced bandages, dressings and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Administered scheduled prescription medication and over-the-counter medication as needed.
Southern Charm Embroidery, Mebane, NC
Retail Manager
06.2009 - 07.2011
Job overview
- Exhibited excellent people skills during interaction with employees and customers.
- Controlled store inventory and reviewed cash handling and operations reports.
- Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked and well-organized.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Cultivated customer loyalty to enhance retention by delivering outstanding service.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
- Created visual store strategy based on market trends.
- Helped customers manage large purchases by collecting items from shelves and storage locations.
Avenue, Cary, NC
Retail Store Manager
04.2005 - 06.2008
Job overview
- Managed store organization, maintenance and purchasing functions.
- Trained team members in successful strategies to meet operational and sales targets.
- Resolved customer service issues promptly.
- Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
- Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues and difficult customers.
- Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
- Established and optimized schedules to keep coverage and service in line with forecasted demands.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with quick and professional handling of product returns.
- Kept orderly and accurate accounting records by monitoring sales documentation.
Education
University of North Carolina At Wilmington , Wilmington, NC
Bachelor of Arts from Filmography
2006
Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Organizing Special Events
- Calendar Management & Coordination
- Administrative Support
- Volunteer Tasking
- Team Communication
- Financial Fundraising
- Youth Ministry
- Group Activities
- Customer Service
- Curriculum Planning and Implementation
- Hospitality Service
Timeline
Director of Christian Formation
Walnut Grove United Methodist Church
01.2017 - Current
Youth Director
Walnut Grove United Methodist Church
08.2014 - 12.2016
Senior Caregiver
Goodwin Family
08.2011 - 04.2015
Retail Manager
Southern Charm Embroidery
06.2009 - 07.2011
Retail Store Manager
Avenue
04.2005 - 06.2008
University of North Carolina At Wilmington
Bachelor of Arts from Filmography
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