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Overview
Work History
Education
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Sylvia McCullough-Tomsovic

Bolingbrook,IL

Summary

I am professionally skilled in scheduling appointments, managing packages and routing mail. My people skills are extensive with several years of face to face customer service in busy retail settings.

Physically fit General Laborer effective at completing projects and tasks on schedule. Consistently follows through with all orders and instructions. Works well in team setting to complete all job related duties, maintain safe working conditions and adhere to OSHA regulations.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Warehouse Worker

Amazon
Romeoville, Illinois
11.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated closely with other departments on special projects as needed.
  • Maintained stock levels in accordance with company policies.
  • Investigated any reported problems regarding shipping errors or damages.
  • Followed established guidelines for picking orders accurately.
  • Inspected damaged goods prior to disposal or return to vendor.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
  • Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
  • Transported goods to designated areas within the warehouse facility.
  • Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
  • Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
  • Assisted in packaging and labeling of products for shipment.
  • Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
  • Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.
  • Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
  • Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
  • Assembled orders according to customer requests.

Caregiver

None Currently
Bolingbrook, Illinois
12.2023 - Current

I’m currently a stay at home mom of 4.. I clean cook, do laundry, educate, attend meetings, schedule appointments, run errands and organize

Care Assistant

StoryPoint Senior Living
Romeoville, IL
07.2023 - 12.2023
  • Helped maintain a safe environment for all staff members and residents and patients by adhering to safety protocols.
  • Answered patient call bells promptly and responded to requests for assistance with a positive attitude.
  • Reported changes in patient condition to nursing staff immediately.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss resident and patient progress or any issues that may arise.
  • Observed residents and patients for any signs of discomfort or distress.
  • Made beds, organized rooms and lightly cleaned to maintain sanitary living environments.
  • Guided individuals to bathrooms and cared for incontinence needs.
  • Transferred patients to and from beds, chairs or wheelchairs using principles of body mechanics and equipment such as gait belts.
  • Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
  • Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
  • Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
  • Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
  • Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.

Caregiver

Self-employed
Berwyn, IL
05.2017 - 07.2023
  • Advised and assisted my family of 5 in planning healthy meals purchasing and preparing foods.
  • Created, assigned, and scheduled various housekeeping duties for 3 children ages 2 - 13 years, according to their capabilities.
  • Formulated and balanced a budget, paying bills and identifying cost- savings opportunities.
  • Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.

Sales Associate

Marshall's
Lombard, IL
09.2015 - 02.2017
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • Trained 5+ new team members a month in cash register operation, stock procedures and customer services.
  • Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
  • Sold customers on the value of Marshall's credit card and loyalty program, exceeding sign up rates by 5% in 2016.

Home Caregiver

Addus Health Homecare
Chicago, IL
07.2014 - 10.2015
  • Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Interacted with patients through games and fun activities to boost mood and improve overall memory.

Cashier

Dollar Tree
Villa Park, IL
02.2013 - 06.2014
  • Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
  • Assisted with coverage and cross trained on store operation's. Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
  • Assisted customer with locating items and answered questions. Used suggestive selling techniques to promote add-on sales.
  • Promoted product add on and upsold items.

Caregiver

Self-employed
Bellwood, IL
04.2011 - 02.2013
  • Created and balanced budgets to pay bills and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Maintained complex schedules and arranged appointments.
  • Performed housekeeping care, cooking, cleaning or running errands.
  • volunteered in my community with feeding donating to the homeless and assisting with event planning at local schools and churches.

Receptionist

Alabama Department Of Rehabilitation Services
Tuscaloosa, AL
10.2010 - 04.2011
  • Greeted and directed visitors to appropriate personnel and answered average of 20-50 calls and emails daily.
  • Managed the patient check-in/check-out flow collected patient information, and scanned insurance information into patient information into patients' EMR
  • Triaged incoming phone calls, forwarding them in a timely manner to the appropriate person based on urgency.
  • Signed for packages, recorded deliveries and distributed to personnel.
  • Maintained front office cleanliness and organized supplies to increase productivity.

Education

High School Diploma -

Abundant Life Christian School
Northport, AL

Certificate - Computer/Job Training Program

Shelton State Community College
Tuscaloosa, AL

Some College (No Degree) - Cosmetology

Midwest College Of Cosmetology
Normal, IL

Skills

  • Compassionate
  • Oral/Written Communication
  • Time Management
  • Multitasking
  • Problem Solving
  • Training
  • Order picking and processing
  • Barcode scanning
  • Damage reports
  • Attention to detail
  • Safety training
  • Heavy lifting
  • Problem-solving
  • Self-motivated and disciplined

Special Awards

  • Certificate of completion for Leadership Academy
  • Community service award presented for sewing pillows for breast cancer survivors
  • Volunteer work award from a temporary emergency service

Timeline

Warehouse Worker

Amazon
11.2024 - Current

Caregiver

None Currently
12.2023 - Current

Care Assistant

StoryPoint Senior Living
07.2023 - 12.2023

Caregiver

Self-employed
05.2017 - 07.2023

Sales Associate

Marshall's
09.2015 - 02.2017

Home Caregiver

Addus Health Homecare
07.2014 - 10.2015

Cashier

Dollar Tree
02.2013 - 06.2014

Caregiver

Self-employed
04.2011 - 02.2013

Receptionist

Alabama Department Of Rehabilitation Services
10.2010 - 04.2011

High School Diploma -

Abundant Life Christian School

Certificate - Computer/Job Training Program

Shelton State Community College

Some College (No Degree) - Cosmetology

Midwest College Of Cosmetology
Sylvia McCullough-Tomsovic