Taerica Hinkson
Thermal
Summary
I am a psychology graduate with hands-on experience in project coordination, administrative support, and community-focused roles. I combine strong organizational skills with a solid understanding of human behavior to effectively support teams, stakeholders, and diverse populations. I have experience in research, scheduling, documentation, and customer service, and I am known for managing multiple priorities, communicating clearly, and contributing meaningfully in fast-paced, people-centered environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Facilities Attendant
Desert Recreation District
04.2025 - Current
- Assisted with the setup and breakdown of events, programs, and facility activities to ensure smooth transitions
- Perform routine cleaning and maintenance tasks to maintain safe, welcoming, and functional public space.
- Monitor facility conditions and promptly report or address safety hazards or maintenance needs.
- Provide excellent customer service to community members and program participants, answering questions and offering assistance as needed.
- Collaborate with staff during special events, ensuring spaces are prepared and logistics are coordinated efficiently.
Project Assistant/Coordinator
University of California Merced
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Support setting up and managing calendar invites, zoom meetings for staff and department. Support scheduling and ensure correspondence in timely manner.
- Assist with projects and effective flow of communications from department staff to external persons.
- Provide support for committees, work with department's and campus community members and stakeholders to ensure committee members have relevant documentation, meet deadlines and timeliness for projects.
- Organizes and coordinate project assignments and understand the requirements of the department.
- Maintain and collaborate on developing documents, power-points. Have strong support project management skills.
- Conduct research necessary for sustainability projects and interface with staff and faculty often.
Legal Assistant
Law offices of L'Tanya Butler
03.2022 - 06.2023
- Filing paperwork
- Checking/responding to voicemails
- Making/answering phone calls
- Making/creating spreadsheets
- Data analysis
- Developed organizational systems for file management, improving accessibility of important documents.
- Managed case files and documentation, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
- Coordinated communication between clients and attorney to facilitate information exchange and scheduling.
- Prepared trial exhibits
- Assisted in billing processes by tracking time entries and preparing invoices for client accounts.
- Helped with office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
Caregiver
In Home Support Care
01.2019 - 08.2020
- I worked for a private company of in home supportive care
- Cleaned house/ washed dishes, clothes, etc
- Grocery shopping
- Scheduling appointments
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Provided compassionate support with daily living activities, enhancing quality of life for elderly clients.
- Developed personalized care plans, addressing individual needs to foster independence and well-being.
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Psychology
UC Merced
Merced, CA12.2024
Associate's - Psychology
College of the Desert
Palm Desert, CA12.2022
High school diploma or GED - undefined
West Shores High School
Salton, CA06.2020
Skills
- Behavioral & psychological insight
- Administrative & project coordination
- Research & data analysis
- Caregiving & community support
- Communication & customer service
- Time management & organization
Certification
- Driver's License January 2024 to August 2028
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
Languages
English - Fluent
Timeline
Facilities Attendant
Desert Recreation District
04.2025 - Current
Project Assistant/Coordinator
University of California Merced
09.2023 - 12.2024
Legal Assistant
Law offices of L'Tanya Butler
03.2022 - 06.2023
Caregiver
In Home Support Care
01.2019 - 08.2020
Associate's - Psychology
College of the Desert
High school diploma or GED - undefined
West Shores High School
Bachelor's degree - Psychology
UC Merced