Orlando Sykes
Detroit
Summary
To obtain employment with an organization where I can utilize my skills, become an asset to the company and have room for growth and advancement.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Peer Mentor
Team Wellness Center
Detroit
10.2024 - Current
- Participated in training sessions related to effective peer mentoring techniques.
- Assisted with the development of individualized plans for student success.
Patient Transporter
Touchpoint
05.2022 - Current
- Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
- Assisted in training new Patient Transporters on proper techniques, protocols, and company policies, ensuring consistent high-quality care throughout the team.
- Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs, and stretchers.
- Reduced patient anxiety during transport by maintaining open communication and answering questions.
Security Officer
Securitas
07.2019 - 05.2022
- Monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises
- Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.
Assistant Store Manager
Dollar General
08.2016 - 10.2019
- Greet customers and ascertain what each customer wants or needs
- Place special orders or call other stores to find desired items
- Open and close cash registers, performing tasks such as counting money, separating charge slips, coupons, and vouchers, balancing cash drawers, and making deposits.
Shipping & Receiving Supervisor
The Salvation Army
02.2012 - 09.2016
- Examine shipment contents and compare with records, such as manifests, invoices, or orders, to verify accuracy
- Requisition and store shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory of stock.
Home Health Aide
Personal Care Provider
10.2008 - 03.2012
- Administer bedside and personal care, such as ambulation and personal hygiene assistance
- Prepare and maintain records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager or supervisor
- Perform housekeeping duties, such as cooking, cleaning, washing clothes and dishes, and running errands
- Plan, shop for, and prepare nutritious meals, or assist families in planning, shopping for, and preparing nutritious meals
- Instruct and advise clients on issues such as household cleanliness, utilities, hygiene, nutrition and infant care
- Participate in case reviews, consulting with the team caring for the client, to evaluate the client's needs and plan for continuing services.
Education
Career Training and Development -
ROSS IES
Detroit, MI06.2011
High School Diploma -
OSBORN HIGH
Detroit, MI06.2009
Timeline
Peer Mentor
Team Wellness Center
10.2024 - Current
Patient Transporter
Touchpoint
05.2022 - Current
Security Officer
Securitas
07.2019 - 05.2022
Assistant Store Manager
Dollar General
08.2016 - 10.2019
Shipping & Receiving Supervisor
The Salvation Army
02.2012 - 09.2016
Home Health Aide
Personal Care Provider
10.2008 - 03.2012
Career Training and Development -
ROSS IES
High School Diploma -
OSBORN HIGH