Shamera Pearson
Windsor,Connecticut
Summary
I am a highly-motivated, enthusiastic, reliable employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. I am a mature team worker adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Community Residence Inc
09.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Provided reliable transportation for clients to attend medical appointments, social outings, or other community-based events as needed.
Cashier
Jerk Shack
Hartford, CT
05.2021 - 10.2024
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts, and provided change.
- Answered customer questions and provide store information.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
- Learned roles of other positions to provide coverage.
- Displayed enthusiasm and knowledge about the restaurant's menu.
- Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet, and tidying up server stations.
Sales Associate
Bath and Body Works
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Sales Associate
Five Below
Manchester, CT
11.2020 - 07.2021
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional conversations.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, product, and service information.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
- Maintained neat, safe, and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
Internship Student
Windsor Youth Services Bureau
Windsor, CT
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Worked well in a team environment as well as independently.
- Trimmed around trees and bushes.
- Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
- Operated and maintained basic landscaping equipment.
- Removed trash bags, broke down boxes, and placed recyclable materials in designated disposal areas.
- Lifted materials of varied weights on a regular basis.
Education
High School Diploma -
Windsor High School
08.2019 - 06.2022
No Degree - Psychology
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT 08.2022 - Current
Skills
- Clerical Support
- Fast Learner
- Errand Running
- Image Editing
- Social Media Posting
- Time Management
- Light Housekeeping
- Giving Medicines As Appropriate
- Responsible Driver
- Housekeeping
- Meal and Snack Preparation
- Communication
- Organization
Affiliations
- Cheerleader
- National Honors Society
Education and Training
true,other,other
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeInternshipWork Location
RemoteOn-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursWork from home optionPaid time offTimeline
Direct Support Professional
Community Residence Inc
09.2024 - Current
Sales Associate
Bath and Body Works
10.2023 - 01.2024
No Degree - Psychology
Central Connecticut State University
08.2022 - Current
Cashier
Jerk Shack
05.2021 - 10.2024
Sales Associate
Five Below
11.2020 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
Windsor High School
08.2019 - 06.2022
Internship Student
Windsor Youth Services Bureau
06.2019 - 08.2019
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