Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Timeline
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Melissa Nichols

Warfield,KY
Melissa Nichols

Overview

18
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

T & D Quick Stop

Cashier/Customer Service
06.2025 - 09.2025

Job overview

  • Provided guidance to customers on loyalty programs, promotions, discounts, or special offers available at the store
  • Maintained a clean and organized checkout area by regularly restocking bags, receipt paper rolls, and other supplies as needed
  • Collaborated with the store manager to develop strategies for reducing theft and fraud at the cashier stations
  • Resolved customer complaints or issues regarding refunds or exchanges promptly and professionally
  • Maintained accurate records of daily sales, returns, and voids to reconcile with end-of-day reports
  • Managed cash register operations, including handling cash transactions, processing returns, and providing excellent customer service
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.

Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.

Horizon recovery

Peer Support Specialist
04.2023 - 06.2025

Job overview

  • Give people hope
  • Show them a way to get the help they need.
  • Show them how to make a foundation of recovery to stand on of hope love and support.
  • Provided one-on-one support to individuals with mental health challenges, offering empathy, understanding, and encouragement
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on coping skills, stress management, and building healthy relationships
  • Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to develop personalized treatment plans for clients based on their unique needs and goals
  • Advocated for clients' rights and access to resources within the community, ensuring they received appropriate support services
  • Assisted in crisis intervention situations by providing emotional support and connecting individuals to emergency services when necessary
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, progress notes, and treatment outcomes in compliance with confidentiality guidelines
  • Participated in regular supervision meetings to discuss client cases, share insights, and receive guidance from senior staff members
  • Attended professional development workshops and trainings to enhance knowledge of mental health disorders and evidence-based interventions
  • Supported clients in developing independent living skills such as budgeting, time management, meal planning, and self-care routines
  • Collaborated with community organizations to coordinate referrals for additional services such as housing assistance or vocational training programs
  • Successfully supported XX clients in achieving their personal recovery goals over a period of XX months/years
  • Demonstrated product features, answered questions and redirected objections to highlight positive aspects.
  • Set up new sales displays each week with fresh merchandise.
  • Improved store atmosphere with thorough and prompt cleaning of checkout area.
  • Fostered positive customer relations by resolving complaints and inquiries promptly.
  • Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
  • Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Handled cash, credit, and gift card transactions while ensuring compliance with company policies.
  • Provided training support to new cashiers on register operations and customer service standards.
  • Educated clients on coping strategies and available resources for sustained recovery.
  • Served as a role model for clients, sharing personal experiences of recovery and resilience.
  • Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
  • Promoted a strengths-based approach for clients through active listening and empathy.
  • Utilized motivational interviewing techniques to encourage clients to engage in healthy behaviors.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, utilizing de-escalation techniques to maintain safety for all involved parties.
  • Observed strict regulations and procedures regarding each individual to maintain confidentiality of personal and health information.
  • Communicated with individuals' family members, offering information, and insight into support services available at community level.

Private Residence

Caregiver
08.2011 - 09.2012

Job overview

  • Provided compassionate personal care, assisting with daily living activities and enhancing quality of life for elderly clients.
  • Managed medication schedules, ensuring timely administration and adherence to prescribed treatments for optimal health outcomes.
  • Trained and mentored new caregivers on best practices in elderly care, fostering a supportive team environment and improving service delivery.
  • Facilitated social engagement activities, promoting mental stimulation and emotional well-being among elderly residents through structured programs.
  • Assisted clients in maintaining a safe and clean living environment, promoting health and wellbeing.
  • Provided personalized care and support for daily living activities, enhancing client comfort and well-being.
  • Assisted with mobility, promoting physical activity and independence through tailored exercises.
  • Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.

Private Residence

Caregiver
01.2008 - 12.2010

Job overview

  • Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and emotional support.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and care activities for reviews.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep the patients' bedroom clean.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.

Education

Alcoholism and drug abuse
Warfield, KY

Online course from Alcoholism and drug abuse counciling
09.2025

Sullivan Technical College
Lexington, KY

from Peer support specialist
05.2022

University Overview

(college)

Sheldon Clark High School
Inez, KY

High school diploma or GED
05.1995

Skills

  • Care plans
  • Leadership
  • Workforce development
  • Janitorial experience
  • Caregiving - Caregiving experience (6-10 years)
  • Sales - Sales experience (Less than 1 year)
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Substance abuse
  • Behavioral health
  • Communication skills
  • Customer service
  • Housekeeping management
  • Crisis intervention
  • Time management
  • Addiction counseling
  • Laundry
  • Social services counselor experience

Certification

  • Certified Recovery Specialist
  • First Aid Certification
  • Peer Support Specialist (PSS) February 2021 to March 2025
  • You have to take a refresher class with (PSS) every year if you are not employed. However, if you are employed, the requirement does not apply regardless of how long you have worked.
  • Driver's License
  • CPR Certification

Languages

English

Timeline

Cashier/Customer Service

T & D Quick Stop
06.2025 - 09.2025

Peer Support Specialist

Horizon recovery
04.2023 - 06.2025

Caregiver

Private Residence
08.2011 - 09.2012

Caregiver

Private Residence
01.2008 - 12.2010

Alcoholism and drug abuse

Online course from Alcoholism and drug abuse counciling

Sullivan Technical College

from Peer support specialist

Sheldon Clark High School

High school diploma or GED
Melissa Nichols