Melanie Quidera
Larimore,ND
Summary
Hard-working Supervisor with exceptional experience leading teams, delivering results, and exceeding expectations. Creative and motivated leader adept at utilizing exceptional design and planning strengths to accomplish complex projects. Skilled in teaching new concepts and best practice strategies. I have worked with small children, teens, adults and senior citizens with disabilities.
Professional with extensive experience in employment services, committed to delivering impactful job placement and career development solutions. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and achieving measurable results. Expertise in client interviews, job matching, and employer outreach, combined with reliable and adaptable approach to changing needs.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Employment Specialist
Lutheran Social Services of MN
05.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with completing job applications and submitting resumes to improve interview chances.
- Provided ongoing support and guidance for clients during their job search, leading to increased confidence and motivation.
- Enhanced client employability by conducting thorough assessments and identifying individual strengths and weaknesses.
- Established strong relationships with local employers to match clients with suitable job opportunities.
- Updated client records to reflect personal information, qualifications and career aspirations.
- Tracked client progress through detailed case notes and regular follow-ups, ensuring efficient service delivery.
- Assessed individuals to identify skills, strengths and interests for job placement.
- Worked closely with government agencies such as workforce centers or vocational rehabilitation teams to maximize client resources and support.
- Recognized client employment barriers and devised strategies to resolve.
- Provided clients with on-the-job training and employment related support to maintain and retain employment.
Shift Supervisor
MVW Services
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Helped store management meet standards of service and quality in daily operations.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to keep location well stocked with necessary supplies.
- Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
- Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
Bank Teller Intern
Service Credit Union
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Developed strong rapport with clients by actively listening to their concerns and providing helpful solutions tailored to their needs.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay updated on banking regulations, product offerings, and customer service best practices.
- Balanced cash drawer daily and resolved discrepancies to provide accurate data regarding cash flow.
- Disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining security of cash drawers.
Lunch Cook
Larimore Public Schools
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Expedited service times with expert multitasking and effective communication within the kitchen team.
- Streamlined prep processes with efficient organization skills, resulting in faster turnaround times for customer orders during peak periods.
- Worked closely with kitchen management to optimize workflow processes, resulting in a smoother lunch service experience for customers.
Supervisor
Training, Rehabilitation & Development Institute
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas
- Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives and communication goals
- Responded to and resolved customer questions and concerns
- Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns
- Mentored newly hired employees on operating equipment and safety and developed training manual to use for reference
- Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities
- Oversaw talented team by actively communicating project information, remedying issues and delivering positive feedback
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows
- Set overall vision and provided team leadership
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Paraprofessional Aide
Grand Forks Public Schools
08.2019 - 10.2019
- Helped students with special needs integrate into general classroom environments by advocating for individual requirements and helping teachers solve problems
- Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction
- Designed individual education plans to encourage student growth according to different learning abilities and needs
- Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals
Education
High School Diploma -
C E Ellison High School
Killeen, TX08.1998
Skills
- Training and Development
- Team Building
- Staff Management
- Priority Management
- Training and mentoring
- Workforce development
- Employer outreach
Timeline
Employment Specialist
Lutheran Social Services of MN
05.2024 - Current
Shift Supervisor
MVW Services
01.2024 - 04.2024
Bank Teller Intern
Service Credit Union
11.2022 - 11.2023
Lunch Cook
Larimore Public Schools
08.2022 - 10.2022
Supervisor
Training, Rehabilitation & Development Institute
01.2020 - 06.2022
Paraprofessional Aide
Grand Forks Public Schools
08.2019 - 10.2019
High School Diploma -
C E Ellison High School
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