Raleigh Powell
South Boston,VA
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Powell Funeral Home, adept in multitasking and time management. Excelled in enhancing family satisfaction through compassionate service and streamlined communication. Certified Crematory Technician with outstanding communication skills, showcasing reliability and problem-solving abilities in fast-paced environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant to the Funeral Director
Powell Funeral Home
02.2013 - Current
- Facilitated the completion of necessary paperwork for families, easing their administrative burden during a difficult time.
- Improved family satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance during funeral planning and visitation arrangements.
- Supported the Funeral Director in organizing and executing funeral services, ensuring seamless operations for grieving families.
- Streamlined communication between bereaved families and Funeral Director by serving as an effective liaison.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Cremator Technician Certified
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Golf Course Attendant
Wintergreen Resort
03.2012 - 01.2013
- Built and established positive relationships with patrons, team members and supervisors.
- Transportation duties for guest''s golf bags to carts while maintaining positive interactions with clients.
- Assisted in the organization of successful golf tournaments by coordinating with event planners and setting up required equipment.
- Fostered a welcoming atmosphere at the driving range area by keeping it well-stocked with practice balls.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service to golf course patrons.
- Observed guests for proper use of equipment and respectful behavior on property.
- Checked driving range and grounds daily to identify and manage maintenance needs.
- Ensured availability of clean golf carts for guests by performing regular cleaning routines.
- Trained in different roles at golf course to help team deliver first-rate support to guests.
- Partnered with golf shop, cart staff and ranger to maintain smooth golf games.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Funeral Services Director
John Tyler Community College
Chester, VA05-2023
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Danville Community College
Danville, VA03-2011
Skills
- Knowledge of [software program]
- Professionalism
- Multitasking and time management
- Teamwork
- Fast learner
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
Accomplishments
- Earned the rank of Eagle Scout in 2008
- Accomplished golfer having competed in many prestigious amateur tournaments (State Amateur of Virginia to name a few)
- + handicap golfer registered with the United States Golf Association
- Golf Instructor
Certification
- Certified Crematory Technician
Eagle Scout
Earning the rank of Eagle Scout is a major accomplishment in my life. Being an avid outdoorsman, I felt right at home in the scouts.
Eagle Scout
Earning the rank of Eagle Scout is a significant achievement in my life that has taught me many valuable lessons and skills. Here are a list of lessons and skills I have learned from journey of earning the rank of Eagle Scout:
1. Leadership Skills- Project Management: Leading a community service project from planning to execution.
- Team Leadership: Learning to guide and inspire fellow scouts and volunteers.
- Responsibility: Taking ownership of tasks and being accountable for outcomes.
- Commitment: Sticking with scouting over the years and completing all the requirements.
- Overcoming Challenges: Facing and overcoming obstacles, both physical and mental.
- Service: Understanding the importance of giving back to the community.
- Civic Duty: Learning about and participating in civic activities and understanding one's role in society.
- Survival Skills: Gaining skills in outdoor survival, first aid, and navigation.
- Time Management: Balancing scouting activities with school, family, and other responsibilities.
- Scout Law and Oath: Embracing values like trustworthiness, loyalty, and kindness.
- Personal Integrity: Developing a strong sense of ethics and moral judgment.
- Mentorship: Building relationships with mentors and fellow scouts.
- Collaboration: Working effectively with others in various team settings.
- Achievement: The confidence that comes from accomplishing significant goals.
- Public Speaking: Developing the ability to speak confidently in public and lead discussions.
Timeline
Assistant to the Funeral Director
Powell Funeral Home
02.2013 - Current
Golf Course Attendant
Wintergreen Resort
03.2012 - 01.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Funeral Services Director
John Tyler Community College
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Danville Community College
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