Matthew E. Prosser
Pittsburgh,Pennsylvania
Summary
Ambitious Eagle Scout pursuing a career in Social Work. Eager to build relationships with others, helping them to face life's challenges, provide space for vulnerable discussion, and grow in community. Inherited a strong family work ethic directed towards caring for others. Experienced with patient/customer relations. Adaptable and driven with ability to thrive in team-based environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
East Liberty Presbyterian
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2026 - Current
- Assist in organizing and working the Chapel Market Free Store, providing clothing and hygiene items to individuals and families in need.
- Support and shadow administrative tasks, ensuring accurate documentation and efficient communication with the team.
Food Service
Sweet P's Bbq And Soul House, Aretha Frankenstein's, Sheetz
Knoxville, TN : Pittsburgh, PA
04.2023 - Current
- The food service industry lends itself to developing stong relationships with fellow staff as well as being skilled in customer relations.
- A large portion of my work has been in the kitchen either as a prep or line cook.
Intern
Knoxville Leadership Foundation
Knoxville, TN
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Provide small home repair (disability ramps, decking, siding, and roofing) for low-income, disabled, and elderly families in the Knoxville area. Develop repourt and relationships with home owners to meet their needs with enthusiastic volunteers.
- Effective use of time management skills by completing substantial repair projects under strict deadlines. Accomplished by directing local and out of state volunteer teams.
- Ability to use previous knowledge of tools, construction, and landscaping to instruct grade school, college, and adult persons in trade techniques.
Facilities Services Landscaper
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN
12.2020 - 05.2023
- Provide responsive customer service to house directors and fulfill desired modifications to Sorority Housing.
- Coordination and communication with managers, foreman, and fellow staff to fulfill routine maintenance needs; as well as being welcoming and approachable to incoming students.
- Operate in emergency capacities and campus event assistance such as snow removal, College Game Day preparations, college sporting events, outdoor Covid study spaces, and annual Sorority Recruitment.
Nursing Assistant
HCR Manor Care
Pittsburgh, PA
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Assist CNA and Nursing staff in resident’s care, mobility, hygiene, and Covid -19 infection control. Provide patients with a calm and compassionate atmosphere while attending to daily care needs.
- Resolve patient issues and needs in a kind and timely manner on multiple units.
- Strong ability to form relationships with patients and console them in difficult times.
Front End, Lumber, and Garden Associate
Home Depot
Pittsburgh, PA
03.2018 - 05.2020
- Provided reliable customer service by loading large goods, answering calls, questions, product fulfillment, and material organization.
- Earned a reputation for being hard working and always on task, recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service, “Homer Award”.
Education
Associate of Science - Social Work (currently in progress)
CCAC
05-2026
No Degree - Biology (incomplete)
Penn State
Skills
- Building Relationships
- Driven and Hardworking
- Caring and Empathetic
- Leadership
- Listening/Communication
- Sociable and Friendly
Timeline
Intern
East Liberty Presbyterian
02.2026 - Current
Intern
Knoxville Leadership Foundation
05.2023 - 08.2023
Food Service
Sweet P's Bbq And Soul House, Aretha Frankenstein's, Sheetz
04.2023 - Current
Facilities Services Landscaper
University of Tennessee
12.2020 - 05.2023
Nursing Assistant
HCR Manor Care
05.2020 - 08.2020
Front End, Lumber, and Garden Associate
Home Depot
03.2018 - 05.2020
Associate of Science - Social Work (currently in progress)
CCAC
No Degree - Biology (incomplete)
Penn State