Rhoda McKenzie
Vallejo,CA
Summary
Dedicated career advisor offering an array of critical skills and experiences in a myriad of counseling roles. Proven ability to implement new initiatives and programs that benefit those re-entering the workforce. Knowledgeable resume preparation, interviewing skills, and workplace etiquette. Successful at motivating and building positive team dynamics to accomplish career service goals. Well-qualified case management professional skilled at directing clients through career planning steps and helping to build vocational strengths. Proficient in diverse program services and the current employment market. Well-organized and hardworking planner looking for a challenging position.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Employment Services Leader
BFHP
02.2016 - Current
- Strengthened community outreach by liaising with local applicants to determine enlistment eligibility and counsel candidates on program options
- Developed individualized employment, smart goals, barrier assessments for clients seeking employment or transitioning into new careers
- Built relationships with local employers to expand available employment options for clients
- Researched potential employers and industries that would be a good fit for each client's skill set and experience level
- Collaborated with educators, employers, non-profits, and government agencies to provide resources for successful job placement
- Assessed clients' skills, interests, abilities, values, and personality type to develop an effective job search strategy
- Provided guidance on how to create a professional online presence through personal websites or blogs
- Met with job seekers at career fairs and classrooms, providing details on search strategies, current market conditions and application processes.
Career Counselor
Rubicon Programs
05.2013 - 12.2015
- Completed application documents for relevant vocations
- Created assessment tools such as interest inventories and aptitude tests to help guide clients in their career decisions
- Conducted workshops on topics such as resume writing, interviewing techniques, networking strategies, and job search resources
- Collaborated with team to continuously improve career and placement opportunities for students
- Maintained case files and documented actions
- Consulted with clients to build effective search strategies for desired jobs.
Human Resources Assistant
U.S. Steel Corporation
10.2010 - 05.2013
- Prepared job postings for open positions on the company website and other job boards
- Maintained accurate records of employee information such as wages, performance reviews, benefits, leaves of absence
- Organized and attended hiring events and participated in job fairs to network with potential candidates
- Devised and updated policies as needed for corporate accountability and workplace health
- Responded to inquiries from current or prospective employees regarding human resources policies or procedures.
Education
Sociology Bachelors -
05.2002
Skills
- Over seven years of Career Counseling Experience with
- Re-Entry Homeless, Veteran, WIOA, Domestic Violence and Senior Services
- Bachelor's Degree in Sociology, Minor Business
- Retention Services
- Job Development Skills
- Experience with Marginalized Communities
- Client Needs Assessment
- Client Documentation
- Violence Prevention
- Life Skills Development
- Safety Planning
- Crisis Intervention
- Risk Assessment
- Recruitment and Hiring
- Community Resources
- Mandatory Reporting Procedures
- Behavioral Management
- Motivational Interviewing
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
Accomplishments
Board Member - APLace2Live
Writer County and Federal Grants
BLS Trainer and Life Skill Facilitation
Timeline
Employment Services Leader
BFHP
02.2016 - Current
Career Counselor
Rubicon Programs
05.2013 - 12.2015
Human Resources Assistant
U.S. Steel Corporation
10.2010 - 05.2013
Sociology Bachelors -
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