Steven Cyr
Saint Agatha,ME
Summary
I'm an organized and dependable person who is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude.
My wife and myself have run a successful dog breeding kennel with an outstanding reputation, We also have had several horses through out the years some of which We saved from bad situations.
I feel that I can be beneficial as a District Humane agent for Aroostook County and I could bring allot to the job with my past experiences in security, mental health and environmental services.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
Cary Medical Center
Caribou, ME
05.2023 - Current
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
- Leveraged physical or verbal techniques to investigate suspicious activities and resolve concerns.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Regulated vehicle and pedestrian traffic onto building grounds.
- Gathered information, identified, and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Conducted regular patrols of key areas to spot and control security concerns.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
Co-Owner/Operator
Spruce Valley German Shepherds And Boston Terriers
Saint Agatha, ME
06.1996 - Current
- Stocked, cleaned and disinfected habitats of 18 dogs and various litters to protect animal health and wellbeing.
- Oversaw payment, transfer and documentation for sales of animals to new private and commercial owners.
- Fed, groomed and watered 18 dogs and several litters of puppies.
- Increased animal health by designing detailed medication and exercise plans.
- Treated minor injuries and ailments and contacted veterinarians to obtain treatment for animals with serious illnesses or injuries.
- Kept records of animal health, medical treatment and injections and growth progress.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Residential Counselor
Madawaska Group Home
Madawaska, ME
03.2021 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with other counselors to develop programs that address needs of residents.
- Communicated with other staff to resolve problems with individual residents.
- Collaborated with counselors to develop counseling programs that addressed student needs.
- Prepared meals and assisted clients with laundry and household chores.
- Made regular rounds to keep residents and areas safe and secure.
- Chaperoned group-sponsored trips and social functions.
- Answered telephones and routed calls or delivered messages.
- Conducted regular rounds to keep residents and areas safe and secure.
- Provided information on resident progress and development of case plans.
- Fostered relationships with residents and worked with new residents to optimize acclimation and ease transition to new living environment.
- Supervised self-administration of medications for residents.
- Interfaced with residents to address and resolve complaints or grievances.
- Conferred with medical personnel to understand backgrounds and needs of residents.
- Responded to crisis situations quickly to maintain calm and immediately determine level of assistance needed.
- Conferred with medical personnel to better understand backgrounds and needs of individual residents.
- Administered, coordinated or recommended disciplinary and corrective actions.
- Completed daily resident welfare checks and coordinated with facility staff to meet resident needs.
- Developed and deepened relationships with residents and fellow staff.
- Compiled residents' daily activities and quantities of supplies used to prepare reports
- Mediated interpersonal problems between residents.
- Communicated with staff to resolve problems with individual students.
- Provided appropriate feedback and information to help residents succeed in program.
- Enforced rules and regulations for smooth and orderly operation of residential programs.
CRMA/Mental Health Worker
Northern Maine General
Eagle Lake, ME
11.2019 - 02.2021
- Prevented spread of infection by consistent hand washing, universal precautions and special isolation procedures.
- Performed wellness observations, documenting side effects for clinical follow-up.
- Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Reduced errors by hand-counting controlled medications, accurately measuring liquids and reconstituting antibiotics.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
- Researched medications to better understand properties and interactions with other drugs.
- Prepared various medications per shift to distribute to patient orally, topically or through inhalation.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Leveraged medication expertise to accurately enter medications and supplies into computer system.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Promoted clean and sanitary environment by maintaining department equipment.
- Received supply of ordered medications to apportion, mix or assemble drugs for administration to patient.
- Safely and accurately prepared all medications and sterilized products by using proper techniques, calculations and standards of precautions.
- Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
- Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
- Obtained, recorded and reported patient vital signs for medication administration.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Monitored residents with self-administered medications and reported deviation from plans of care to licensed or registered nurse.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Monitored expiration of medications and medical supplies.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Northern Maine Medical Center
Fort Kent, ME
03.2018 - 10.2019
- Dusted and polished fixtures and cabinet hardware to maintain sparkling appearance.
- Kept trash cans empty by removing regularly from rooms, bathrooms and hallways.
- Communicated with customers about requests for additional supplies or cleaning services.
- Waxed and polished wood furnishings to restore faded appearance.
- Sanitized and cleaned sinks, mirrors, toilets and showers.
- Wiped down surfaces and refilled soap and hand sanitizer to prevent spread of germs.
- Sorted and counted linens and organized in storage areas.
- Exceeded facility standards regularly by working with detail-oriented approach.
- Cleaned rugs and upholstery using vacuums and fabric shampoo when necessary.
- Maintained well-stocked and well-organized service carts to support efficient and timely cleaning services.
- Inspected furniture for damage or stains in between guest stays.
- Communicated with maintenance team on damages to repair.
- Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
- Prepared rooms for meetings and arranged decorations, media equipment and furniture for social or business functions.
- Adhered to daily cleaning schedules and updated as needed based on demand.
- Reviewed daily schedules to plan out cleaning routines and gather needed supplies.
- Responded quickly to calls for spills and other potentially dangerous situations.
- Disinfected public areas frequently and provided spot cleaning to maintain clean, welcoming atmosphere.
- Supplied extra towels and toiletries when requested to optimize guest comfort.
- Dusted, swept and mopped to maintain clean, safe environment for clients.
- Replaced sheets and pillowcases daily and used hospitality corners on beds to provide comfort for guests.
- Returned vacant rooms to occupant-ready status by deep cleaning, changing linens, restocking inventory and removing trash.
- Monitored supply levels of cleaning supplies and placed orders when necessary.
- Swept and damp-mopped private stairways and hallways.
- Monitored cleanliness of lobby, swimming pool and other common areas.
- Helped prevent spread of infections by sanitizing surfaces, furniture and equipment.
- Maintained clean floors throughout property by sweeping, scrubbing and waxing.
- Rendered detailed and timely cleaning services while working in fast-paced environment with multiple interruptions.
- Maintained floors with regular sweeping, mopping and vacuuming.
Education
Sheet Metal Technician -
Northern Maine Technical College
Presque Isle, ME05.1994
High School Diploma -
Madawaska High School
Madawaska, ME05.1992
Skills
- Reporting and Documentation
- Mediation Techniques
- Call Answering and Routing
- Emergency Response
- Policy Enforcement
- Crisis Management
- Incident Reporting
- Case File Management
- Safety Standards and Compliance
- Crisis Prevention
- Verbal and Written Communication
- crisis Situations
- Responding to Emergencies
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
Certification
- CRMA License -2022
- Certified MHRT-1- current
- Certified First Aide/CPR - 2023
- Certified MANT - 2023
Timeline
Security Officer
Cary Medical Center
05.2023 - Current
Residential Counselor
Madawaska Group Home
03.2021 - 01.2023
CRMA/Mental Health Worker
Northern Maine General
11.2019 - 02.2021
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Northern Maine Medical Center
03.2018 - 10.2019
Co-Owner/Operator
Spruce Valley German Shepherds And Boston Terriers
06.1996 - Current
Sheet Metal Technician -
Northern Maine Technical College
High School Diploma -
Madawaska High School