MELVIN PAUL
Grand Rapids,MI
Summary
Accomplished, leader who motivates others and produces quality results. Experienced in manufacturing, physical distribution, mental health services, and public transportation. Excellent interpersonal skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR
MICHIGAN VERTAN HOMES
09.2023 - Current
- Provided safe transportation for veterans with disabilities and other physical issues and ensured timely arrivals and departures to and from medical facilities according to assigned appointment schedules
- Maintained documentation for mileage and performed routine vehicle inspections.
BUS DRIVER
CARE RESOURCES
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Provided safe transportation for passengers with disabilities and other physical issues and ensured timely arrivals and departures according to assigned routes and appointment schedules
- Maintained documentation for incident reports and vehicle cleaning logs.
MENTAL HEALTH WORKER
FOREST VIEW PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL
12.2016 - 08.2020
- Ensured a safe environment for patients in a locked facility, utilizing verbal de-escalation and certified physical management techniques
- Documented patients' daily activity and behavior every fifteen minutes.
SHUTTLE BUS DRIVER
SP PLUS
10.2018 - 09.2019
- Transported passengers with luggage to and from designated parking areas and terminals at Gerald Ford International Airport
- Communicated with dispatcher and answered passenger questions.
PACKAGING TECHNICIAN
KELLOGG'S
01.2014 - 04.2016
- Executed manufacturing processes in compliance with GMPs and SOPs
- Performed minor machine maintenance on packaging equipment and ensured safe operation
- Maintained packaging documentation for metal detection and quality standards.
MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN 1
AMWAY
04.2012 - 01.2014
- Set up the line and monitored equipment to run at specified rates
- Shut down, cleaned, and sanitized equipment
- Calculated quantities of ingredients for mixing operations to produce the Nutrilite product line
- Recorded material usage.
YOUTH TREATMENT SPECIALIST
WEDGWOOD CHRISTIAN SERVICES
12.2010 - 04.2012
- Supervised adolescents in a 6-bed respite care facility
- Coordinated activities and involved clients in behavioral learning experiences
- Engaged with parents, providing support and training
- Maintained documentation for admission and discharge of clients.
VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
RBC MINISTRIES
08.2006 - 12.2010
- Coordinated projects, providing daily oversight and direction of all activities
- Trained volunteers according to fulfillment standards
- Tracked supplies and materials, using a digital inventory system
- Coordinated operations for the distribution of monthly and quarterly mass mailings.
ASSISTANT PROGRAM SUPERVISOR
WEDGWOOD CHRISTIAN SERVICES
03.2002 - 08.2006
- Supervised the daily operations of a12-bed residential program
- Managed payroll, scheduling, and staff training
- Delegated responsibilities during shifts
- Established rapport with clients and families, working with therapists to support individual behavioral programs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Battle Creek Central High School
Battle Creek, Michigan06.1979
Skills
- Punctual
- Observant
- Calm Presence
- Emotional Intelligence
- Critical Thinking
- Commercial driver's license
Timeline
MOTOR VEHICLE OPERATOR
MICHIGAN VERTAN HOMES
09.2023 - Current
BUS DRIVER
CARE RESOURCES
08.2020 - 08.2023
SHUTTLE BUS DRIVER
SP PLUS
10.2018 - 09.2019
MENTAL HEALTH WORKER
FOREST VIEW PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL
12.2016 - 08.2020
PACKAGING TECHNICIAN
KELLOGG'S
01.2014 - 04.2016
MANUFACTURING TECHNICIAN 1
AMWAY
04.2012 - 01.2014
YOUTH TREATMENT SPECIALIST
WEDGWOOD CHRISTIAN SERVICES
12.2010 - 04.2012
VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR
RBC MINISTRIES
08.2006 - 12.2010
ASSISTANT PROGRAM SUPERVISOR
WEDGWOOD CHRISTIAN SERVICES
03.2002 - 08.2006
High School Diploma -
Battle Creek Central High School