Penny Blevins
Florence,Ky
The real test is not whether you avoid this failure, because you won’t. It’s whether you let it harden or shame you into inaction, or whether you learn from it; whether you choose to persevere.
Barack Obama
Summary
Service-oriented, hardworking professional with a passion for working with younger generations and assisting individuals with the greatest basic needs. Most interested in roles that will foster growth and further develop my knowledge and skills involving community engagement and outreach strategies to aid me in achieving my ultimate goal of becoming a STaR worker. Compassionate and driven professional with strong background in providing assistance to individuals and communities in need. Possesses strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills and commitment to providing exceptional customer service. Stays calm under pressure and responds quickly and effectively to emergency situations. Strategic Community Support Specialist with strong background in crisis intervention and management. Skillfully builds support networks comprised of diverse healthcare providers and businesses, supporting community needs. Works with leaders and law enforcement to address health and safety issues.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Support Worker
Kentucky For The Commonwealth
08.2022 - Current
- Provided emotional support to affected residents and victims and assisted in developing long-term recovery plans and goals.
- Advocate for residents who are facing homelessness.
- Help resort voting rights back for convicted felon's
- Enlisted support of volunteers and collaborated with businesses and community groups.
- Received and resolved average of 10 calls each week regarding complaints and problems.
- Developed and implemented programs to meet social service needs of community.
- Aided in identification of individuals and families in need of social services to provide benefits and resources.
NAACP, Covington
04.2020 - Current
- I have volunteered with this group for years, but only recently officially became a member
- Our primary focus is on providing support and fighting for equality for our black community and its members
- We plan events to raise funds for youth scholarships; we recently awarded 5 young men from Holmes H.S
- College scholarships
- We also recognize “1st time achievements” within the black community (ex: first black female officer), we advocate for housing rights and challenge social injustices, advocate for our children’s’ education, and more.
Committee, President, Group Leader
Pastor’s Aid, Robin Street Christian Church
01.2020 - Current
- My role consists of leading monthly committee meetings that adhere to Robert’s Rules of Order
- Our committee as a whole aids in the following: assisting our pastor with various needs, planning special programs (vacation bible school, tent revivals, fundraising, etc.), managing bills and other basic church finances, creating and maintaining up-to-date event calendars, outreach to church members and other members of the community, etc
- High in Principle High in Praise
Lifeline Phone Regional Manager
04.2019 - Current
- Overseeing operations such as hiring staff, managing inventory, processing payroll, and supervising staff within the southern Ohio region which includes the following cities: Cincinnati, Cleveland, and Dayton
- Intermittent required travel to locations including but not limited to: Las Vegas, New York, New Jersey, Chicago, Indiana, Philadelphia, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arkansas, Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Minnesota, and St
- Louis
- Frequently visits homeless shelters and camps in an effort to outreach to individuals with the greatest needs
Delivery Driver
Door Dash, NKY
04.2019 - Current
- Planned and successfully navigated the most efficient routes for delivering goods in an organized and timely fashion
- Maintained high levels of professionalism and provided excellent customer service upon delivering goods to each customer
01.2016 - Current
- I assist with the facilitation of large youth group meetings, with children of all ages, every other Friday at our church for 2 hours consisting of: teaching bible lessons, participating in group prayer and other activities, and also providing attendees with a meal
- Additionally, I assist the group with planning and leading our morning church service every other Sunday, which involves all aspects of the service leading up to the pastor’s sermon.
Lead Teacher
Big Loving
05.2016 - 02.2017
- Ensured that a safe environment was provided for the children; adhered to all safety and sanitation guidelines
- Developed and implemented weekly lesson plans; planned age appropriate activities that were tailored to children’s interests
- Maintained ongoing communications with parents/guardians and also participated in periodic meetings as needed
Assistant Manager
Snappy Tomato Pizza
11.2012 - 08.2014
- Initiated hire filling the role of pizza maker; promoted to assistant manager position within first 6 months of employment
- Oversaw general operating procedures of overall restaurant such as opening/closing duties, processing nightly deposits, maintaining inventory, assisted with hiring, training, and laying off employees as necessary
Education
AS -
06.2023
Early Childhood Education
GED Diploma -
12.2010
Skills
- HIGHLIGHTED SKILLS
- Strong Interpersonal Skills
- Teamwork / Collaboration
- Innovative Problem Solver
- Documentation & Paperwork
- Motivational Leadership
- Stress-Tolerant Multitasker
- Community Outreach
- Community Service Programs
Certification
KY Essential Skills (KESC)
Early Childhood Education
Childhood Abuse Awareness
CPR Certified
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Community Support Worker - Kentucky For The Commonwealth
08.2022 - Current
- NAACP, Covington
04.2020 - Current
Committee, President, Group Leader - Pastor’s Aid, Robin Street Christian Church
01.2020 - Current
Lifeline Phone Regional Manager -
04.2019 - Current
Delivery Driver - Door Dash, NKY
04.2019 - Current
Lead Teacher - Big Loving
05.2016 - 02.2017
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01.2016 - Current
Assistant Manager - Snappy Tomato Pizza
11.2012 - 08.2014
Gateway Community & Technical College - AS,
Western Kentucky Correctional Complex - GED Diploma,
KY Essential Skills (KESC)
Early Childhood Education
Childhood Abuse Awareness
CPR Certified
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