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Paola Benitez

Flemington,NJ

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Professional Cleaner

Haven Home Health and Hospice
Somerville, NJ
08.2023 - Current
  • Reduced cleaning time significantly while maintaining company quality standards.
  • Responded to emergency cleaning requests to meet client expectations.

Social Work Intern

Rutgers Future Scholars
New Brunswick, NJ
08.2023 - 05.2024
  • Developed treatment plans to address identified issues.
  • Facilitated educational workshops for community members on topics related to social work practice.
  • Educated clients about available community resources that could benefit them.
  • Advocates for policy change at local government level based on research conducted while interning at the agency.

Social Work Student Intern

Global Initiative- Rutgers University
Belize City, Belize
03.2024 - 03.2024
  • Intellectual and Cultural Exchange between the University of Belize and Rutgers University regarding Social Issues and Policy.

Paralegal

Sodette K-m Plunkett
Elizabeth, NJ
11.2022 - 03.2023
  • Participated in client interviews, observed questioning process, and documented information.
  • Interviewed clients and obtained vital case information to support associates.

Paralegal

Casa Esperanza
Bound Brook, NJ
11.2021 - 11.2022
  • Filed pleadings and paperwork with court clerk to meet strict deadlines.
  • Prepared clients for appointments, depositions and testimony.

Cleaning Professional

self-employed
flemington, New Jersey
01.2019 - 11.2021
  • Maintained high level of professionalism and calmness with all personnel, even in high-stress situations.
  • Delivered an exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions.

Babysitter

Joni Redlich
Hillsborough, NJ
02.2019 - 08.2021
  • Observed and monitored play to identify strengths and target areas for enrichment activities.
  • Built relationships with children by regularly discussing school, friends and favorite activities.

Hostess

Matts Red Rooster Grill
Flemington, NJ
08.2017 - 12.2018
  • Answered front of house phone to inform customers of wait times, take reservations and record to-go orders.
  • Communicated with event coordinators to ensure appropriate and adequate accommodations for larger parties.

Busser/waitress

Viva Mexico Restaurant
Flemington, NJ
02.2013 - 08.2017
  • Discussed alternative selections with chef for guests with food allergies or gluten-free requests.
  • Resolved complaints from guests by listening to issues and notifying restaurant manager.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work, Political Science And Legal Studies

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Newark, NJ
05.2024

Associate of Science - Pre- Social Work

Raritan Valley Community College
Somerville, NJ
05.2022

Skills

  • Energetic and Enthusiastic
  • Fluent in Spanish
  • Office Management
  • Superb Legal Research Skills
  • Paul Robeson's Elite Pre-Law Academy Week
  • Susan N Wilson New Leadership Program
  • The National Society of Leadership and Success
  • Tau Sigma National Honor Society
  • Currently on the Board of Directors for NASW
  • Phi Alpha Honor Society
  • Golden Key International Honor Society

Timeline

Social Work Student Intern

Global Initiative- Rutgers University
03.2024 - 03.2024

Professional Cleaner

Haven Home Health and Hospice
08.2023 - Current

Social Work Intern

Rutgers Future Scholars
08.2023 - 05.2024

Paralegal

Sodette K-m Plunkett
11.2022 - 03.2023

Paralegal

Casa Esperanza
11.2021 - 11.2022

Babysitter

Joni Redlich
02.2019 - 08.2021

Cleaning Professional

self-employed
01.2019 - 11.2021

Hostess

Matts Red Rooster Grill
08.2017 - 12.2018

Busser/waitress

Viva Mexico Restaurant
02.2013 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work, Political Science And Legal Studies

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

Associate of Science - Pre- Social Work

Raritan Valley Community College

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