Smokey Tacker
Jay
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience in crafting and executing effective strategies that enhance organizational efficiency. I continually strive to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills complement a strong commitment to implementing best practices in employee development and retention, ensuring a motivated and engaged workforce. Passionate about creating environments where individuals and organizations can thrive.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Employment Specialist
Grand Lake Mental Health Center
04.2023 - Current
- Developed relationships with diverse businesses to develop competitive and permanent job opportunities for consumers.
- Maintained records of consumer employment activity such as potential and current employers.
- Recognized client employment barriers and devised strategies to resolve.
- Conducted assessments, interviews, and job trials with clients to develop person-centered plans for employment and support.
Security Guard
Cherokee Casino
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety the top priority.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
Janitor’s Aid
Jay Public School
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
Ongoing Placement
Cherokee Nation Job Placement
10.2020 - 01.2023
- While I was in college full time, I worked with the Cherokee Nation Career Services to help me find work on the side.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Grand Lake Mental Health Center
12.2017 - 09.2020
- Built relationships with others based upon trust and honesty by using active listening and dynamic communication skills.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of recovery and wellness principles and shared this information with others struggling during recovery.
- Participated in clinical staffing meetings and coordinated with clinical staff to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- Fostered relationships with partner agencies and other interested parties to build pipeline of supportive services.
Laborer
Paul’s Pallets
09.2017 - 10.2017
- Built Shipping Skids, Forklift Operator, and Shipping Container Fabricator. Attended meetings for safety and compliance. Maintained safe working conditions according to OSHA standards of employment.
Customer Accounts Manager
Aarons Furniture Store
03.2012 - 07.2017
- Maintained customers with an up-to-date database to ensure the continuity of files and merchandise. Made sales and collected current/past debt from consumers. Repaired products as needed. Attended weekly meetings to ensure safety and company standards are upheld.
Packout Processor
Simmons Foods
04.2011 - 01.2012
- Packaged food for processing and delivery, maintain a safe work environment, Attended Safety Meetings, and Adhered to state and federal laws/regulations of company and food safety.
Line Worker
Subway Food’s
08.2010 - 04.2011
- Prepared food for customers maintained a safe work environment, Attended Safety Meetings and adhered to state and federal laws/regulations for company and food safety.
Education
No Degree - General Education
Northeastern State University
Tahlequah, OK05-2022
Auto Mechanic -
Northeastern Technology Center
Kansas, OK05.2011
High School Diploma -
Jay Public Schools
Jay, OK05.2010
Skills
- Reliable time management
- Capable of leading or following
- Effective in team environments
- Experienced in maintaining performance under tight deadlines
- Proficient in computer applications
- Adaptability to change
- Information sourcing
- Reliable and accountable
Certification
- Certified Peer Recovery Support Specialist, Grand Mental Health - 2023 - Present.
- Certified Case Management 1, Grand Mental Health - 2025 - Present
Timeline
Employment Specialist
Grand Lake Mental Health Center
04.2023 - Current
Security Guard
Cherokee Casino
02.2023 - 04.2023
Janitor’s Aid
Jay Public School
01.2023 - 02.2023
Ongoing Placement
Cherokee Nation Job Placement
10.2020 - 01.2023
Certified Peer Support Specialist
Grand Lake Mental Health Center
12.2017 - 09.2020
Laborer
Paul’s Pallets
09.2017 - 10.2017
Customer Accounts Manager
Aarons Furniture Store
03.2012 - 07.2017
Packout Processor
Simmons Foods
04.2011 - 01.2012
Line Worker
Subway Food’s
08.2010 - 04.2011
No Degree - General Education
Northeastern State University
Auto Mechanic -
Northeastern Technology Center
High School Diploma -
Jay Public Schools
Similar Profiles
Amy GarrisonAmy Garrison
Chief Administrative Officer at Grand Lake Mental Health CenterChief Administrative Officer at Grand Lake Mental Health Center
Tara LaughlinTara Laughlin
Care Coordinator at Grand Lake Mental Health CenterCare Coordinator at Grand Lake Mental Health Center
Kacandra BoganKacandra Bogan
Phlebotomist/Medical Assistant at GRAND Mental HealthPhlebotomist/Medical Assistant at GRAND Mental Health
Courtney WordCourtney Word
Preceptorship Pediatric Acute Care at Ascension Sacred HeartPreceptorship Pediatric Acute Care at Ascension Sacred Heart
Tyler GrayTyler Gray
Head Chef at The SquareHead Chef at The Square