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Natalie Nelson

Stevensville

Summary

Dynamic Job Developer with a BA in Communication and extensive experience at Benedictine. Expert in employer outreach and job placement, fostering community engagement and advocacy. Proven ability to create integrated job opportunities, leveraging strong communication skills to empower individuals in achieving their employment goals. Certified in CESP and ACRE, committed to enhancing workforce readiness.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Job Developer

Benedictine
02.2024 - Current

Teach job exploration, work readiness, and advocacy.

Develop an adult's awareness of skills, strengths.

Discuss employment goals and identify steps to achieve these goals.

Assist with creation of resume, cover letter, and interview skills.

Network with community businesses to develop business opportunities.

Collaborate with businesses to create integrated job opportunities with competitive pay.


  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Creative, cheerful, and compassionate.
  • Motivated problem solver.


BA in Communication

Certifications in CESP, ACRE, MANDT, CPR, and First Aid





Direct Support Professional

Benedictine
06.2019 - 02.2024

Assisted with daily living skills, and ways to gain independence.

Implement care plans while creating a secure environment.

Monitor for physical or behavioral changes.

Find community outings and volunteer opportunities.

Develop trust and rapport.

Learn while having fun.

Transported client throughout the community.

Intake Coordinator

Animal Welfare League Queen Anne's County
2014 - 2016
  • Coordinate animal intake with accurate information collecting and recording.
  • Answered phone calls and emails from interested patrons
  • Initiated necessary paperwork process
  • Maintained a clean shelter
  • Cared for adoptable animals
  • Gave tours
  • Provided excellent customer service
  • Coordinated communication
  • Contributed to the team atmosphere

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

McDaniel College
Westminster, MD
12-1998

High School Diploma -

Dulaney High School
Timonium, MD
05-1994

Skills

  • Employer outreach
  • Community engagement
  • Advocacy
  • Job placement
  • Resume building and interview coaching
  • Excellent communication
  • Reliable
  • Professional
  • Assessment skills
  • Interpersonal skills

Certification

CPR

First Aid

Med Tech

MANDT

ACRE

CESP

Timeline

Job Developer

Benedictine
02.2024 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Benedictine
06.2019 - 02.2024

Intake Coordinator

Animal Welfare League Queen Anne's County
2014 - 2016

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

McDaniel College

High School Diploma -

Dulaney High School
Natalie Nelson