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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
New York, NY
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
New York, NY
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
New York, NY
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