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MATTHEW DICKERSON

Brooklyn,NY

Summary

Reliable Facilities Manager with detail- and results-oriented nature. Possessing an exceptional commitment to quality and service.

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience

Work History

Disc Jockey

DJ Denmark
06.1980 - Current
  • Communicated closely with over 100 clients to determine music styles best suited for wedding, bar mitzvah, fundraiser, or other events.

Upper School Facilities Manager

The IDEAL School Of Manhattan
03.2017 - 08.2023
  • Responded to building emergencies and managed repairs.
  • Oversaw all aspects of equipment installation, maintenance, and repair for both internal and external services.
  • Investigated problems and determined appropriate remedies.
  • Accounted for building usage and organizational needs when planning maintenance activities.
  • Maintained 100% of inventory and ordered supplies to keep facility resources readily available.
  • Handled tenant relations by addressing complaints and concerns quickly to promote facility satisfaction.
  • Managed security and access control by overseeing surveillance camera, alarm and card access systems for facility safety and security.

Facilities Engineer

The IDEAL School Of Manhattan
08.2016 - 08.2023

Maintained a high standard of cleanliness and safety for the school.

  • Adhered to all timelines to meet quality assurance targets.

Assistant to Head of Lower School

The IDEAL School Of Manhattan
09.2018 - 06.2019
  • Greeted guests in with friendliness and professionalism.
  • Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
  • Monitored and ordered supplies and materials to keep office well stocked.
  • Offered technical support and troubleshot issues to enhance office productivity.
  • Coordinated arrival and departure of students using school buses
  • Maintained lower school attendance records
  • Worked closely with Head of Lower School to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.

Social Worker

Queens Village Committee for Mental Health for J-CAP, Inc
09.2014 - 05.2015
  • Administered assessments to identify clients' needs and establish treatment plans.
  • Assisted clients in developing and setting realistic goals to promote positive change.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to plan and coordinate care for clients.
  • Developed rehabilitation plans that fit clients’ aptitudes, physical ability, education levels and career goals
  • Conducted both group therapy and anger management therapy sessions.
  • Documented client progress and activities in accordance with agency policies and procedures.

Social Work Intern

Partnership for Children, Young Men
09.2012 - 06.2013
  • Counseled young men of color in Middle and High School through both individual and group counseling sessions
  • Counseled individuals, groups and families to help them understand problems, define goals and develop realistic action plans
  • Collected information about individuals using case histories, interviews, observational techniques and other assessment methods
  • Analyzed data such as interview notes, test results, and reference manuals to identify symptoms and to diagnose nature of clients’ problems
  • Informed clients of internal and external resources available to them.

Custodial Engineer

Local 810 IBT
11.2003 - 11.2009
  • Monitored and maintained building security and safety
  • Followed procedures for use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures
  • Clean floors and carpets by stripping, waxing, buffing and vacuuming.

Education

Masters of Social Work, MSW -

Stony Brook University School of Social Welfare
Stony Brook, NY

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Wesleyan University
Middletown, CT

High School Diploma - undefined

Trinity School
New York, NY

Certified A+ PCLAN Technician Program - undefined

Netcom Technical Services
New York, NY

Diploma - Audio Recording and Music Production

Institute of Audio Research
New York, NY

Certification - Counseling Veterans And Their Veterans

Stony Brook University School Of Social Welfare
Stony Brook, NY

Skills

  • Integrity/Honesty – Displays high standards of ethical conduct, understands impact of violating these standards on organizations, self, and others Chooses ethical courses of action, and is trustworthy
  • Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, cooperation, concern, and politeness to others Relates well to others of varied backgrounds and situations
  • Various Music Styles Knowledge
  • Diverse Audiences
  • Invoice Management
  • Event Entertainment
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Maintenance and Repair Management
  • Managing Reception

Timeline

Assistant to Head of Lower School

The IDEAL School Of Manhattan
09.2018 - 06.2019

Upper School Facilities Manager

The IDEAL School Of Manhattan
03.2017 - 08.2023

Facilities Engineer

The IDEAL School Of Manhattan
08.2016 - 08.2023

Social Worker

Queens Village Committee for Mental Health for J-CAP, Inc
09.2014 - 05.2015

Social Work Intern

Partnership for Children, Young Men
09.2012 - 06.2013

Custodial Engineer

Local 810 IBT
11.2003 - 11.2009

Disc Jockey

DJ Denmark
06.1980 - Current

Masters of Social Work, MSW -

Stony Brook University School of Social Welfare

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Wesleyan University

High School Diploma - undefined

Trinity School

Certified A+ PCLAN Technician Program - undefined

Netcom Technical Services

Diploma - Audio Recording and Music Production

Institute of Audio Research

Certification - Counseling Veterans And Their Veterans

Stony Brook University School Of Social Welfare
MATTHEW DICKERSON