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Mykia Taylor

Upper Marlboro,MD

Summary

Dedicated and detail-oriented professional, currently serving as a Human Services Specialist with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Proven ability to manage customer interactions, provide support in high-pressure situations, and conduct needs assessments, and crisis counseling.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Human Services Specialist (Local Hire)

FEMA
Hyattsville, MD
09.2024 - Current

Hours per week: 40.

Provided direct support and guidance to disaster survivors, assisting with applications for federal assistance programs, such as the Individuals and Households Program (IHP). Conduct needs assessments for individuals and families impacted by disasters, identifying immediate needs (housing, food, medical care), and connecting them with appropriate resources. Offer crisis counseling and emotional support, utilizing active listening and trauma-informed practices.

Translate written and verbal communication for non-English-speaking individuals to ensure equal access to information and services. Successfully completed multiple FEMA training courses, enhancing knowledge and skills related to disaster response and assistance.

Warehouse Associate

Nordstrom
Upper Marlboro, MD
09.2023 - 03.2024

Hours per week: 40.

Assisted in packaging and labeling of products for shipment. Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading. Directed items according to established routing schemes using computer-controlled keyboards and scanning equipment to assist mail-sorting processes. Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Barista

Starbucks
Capitol Heights, MD
11.2020 - 08.2021

Hours per week: 40.

Addressed and resolved customer concerns to maintain brand loyalty. Developed and maintained relationships with regular customers, recognizing preferences and anticipating needs.

Input orders into point of sale system and handled customer payments. Maintained high levels of customer satisfaction by efficiently handling drink orders and inquiries.

Team Member

Chick-fil-A
Capitol Heights, MD
08.2018 - 08.2020

Hours per week: 20.

Maintained excellent levels of workplace cleanliness around equipment to enhance safety and productivity. Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up displays, restocking items, and cleaning the sales floor. Operated cash registers to process payments from customers. Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

Delaware State University
Dover, DE
05-2023

Skills

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficient in crisis counseling and support
  • Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
  • Capable of working under pressure and in crisis situations
  • Client needs assessments
  • Ethical practice

Certification

FEMA Training Courses:

  • Records Management for Everyone
  • Registration Intake IHP
  • Privacy at DHS: Protecting Personal Information
  • DHS Insider Threat Awareness
  • Basic Helpline IHP
  • Advanced Helpline and Basic Case Analysis IHP
  • Indexing with DMARTS IHP
  • Duplicate Investigation IHP
  • FEMA Manual Determination IHP

Timeline

Human Services Specialist (Local Hire)

FEMA
09.2024 - Current

Warehouse Associate

Nordstrom
09.2023 - 03.2024

Barista

Starbucks
11.2020 - 08.2021

Team Member

Chick-fil-A
08.2018 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences

Delaware State University
Mykia Taylor