Tamiko Foster
Distict Heights,MD
Summary
Hands-on Residential Specialist promoting strong skills in reinforcing positive behavior, administering medication with accuracy and providing documentation on residents' progress. Offering high energy and ability to remain calm and poised in stressful situations. Considered a valuable asset and committed to providing a high level of care and service. Self-motivated, dependable Residential Advisor committed to facilitating environment that creates fulfilling sense of home. Provided compassionate support while adhering to mission of organization. Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Specialist
St Johns Community Services
Washington, DC
06.2009 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily self-care practices, meal preparation and household tasks and duties.
- Observed strict regulations and procedures to keep group home safe and secure for both residents and Staff.
- Mediated conflict to provide safe and secure environment through policy enforcement.
- Accompanied residents on shopping trips, to medical appointments and to recreational activities, providing careful supervision at all times.
- Conducted daily welfare checks and coordinated with facility staff to meet all resident needs.
- Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment and tools to achieve operational readiness, safety and cleanliness.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Unarmed Security Guard
MGM Resorts
Oxon Hill , Oxon Hill Maryland
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Completed full building and grounds patrols every [Timeframe] to spot and investigate concerns.
- Monitored alarm systems to detect any unauthorized entries into protected areas.
- Responded quickly to medical emergency involving collapsed patron.
- Detailed theft, access violations and other incidents with reports to boost success of future criminal or civil remediation.
- Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Adhered to established procedures and posted orders to enforce company rules, policies and regulations to general public.
- Administered CPR and first aid to resuscitate individuals while waiting for emergency medical responders to arrive.
- Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
Armed Security Supervisor
Admiral Security
Montgomery County , MD
03.2013 - 06.2016
- Completed full building and grounds patrols every [Timeframe] to spot and investigate concerns.
- Watched different facility areas from central location via different CCTV feeds, obtaining maximum coverage of important areas.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Logged vehicles entering and leaving premises.
- Wrote [Timeframe] reports detailing visitors, incidents and resolutions.
- Reduced vandalism and criminal activity by keeping close eye on premises through personal checks and CCTV monitoring.
- Inspected and adjusted security systems, equipment and machinery to maximize coverage of parking lots and building interior and exterior.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
House Manager
St Johns Community Services
Washington, DC
05.2011 - 05.2016
- Coordinated events for entire household, including holiday parties, cocktail parties and small gatherings.
- Supervised residents preparing meals and handling chores and provided constructive feedback.
- Maintained positive living environment through [Skill] and [Skill] that proved beneficial to both visitors and residents.
- Greeted and welcomed new members, establishing and updating memberships to [Company] [Type] programs.
- Evaluated employee performance on [Timeframe] basis and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Coordinated site investigations, documented issues and escalated to executive teams as needed.
Education
High School Diploma -
Coolidge High School
Washington, DC06.1987
Skills
Conflict resolution
Multitasking abilities
Teamwork
Cultural awareness
Complex medical support
Activities management
Safety oversight
Safe transporting
Timeline
Unarmed Security Guard
MGM Resorts
01.2017 - 01.2019
Armed Security Supervisor
Admiral Security
03.2013 - 06.2016
House Manager
St Johns Community Services
05.2011 - 05.2016
Residential Specialist
St Johns Community Services
06.2009 - Current
High School Diploma -
Coolidge High School
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