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Overview
Work History
Education
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Tara Glidden

Winnetka,CA

Summary

Compassionate and service-driven professional seeking to transition into the detox and recovery field, bringing a strong foundation in administrative support, customer service and personal experience within recovery communities. While my formal work experience in treatment settings is limited, I have extensive firsthand knowledge of the recovery journey and a sincere understanding of the emotional, physical, and psychological challenges individuals face during detox and early sobriety. I am deeply committed to creating a respectful, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment, and I am eager to contribute strong organization skills, attention to detail, and empathetic communication to support both clients and staff.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

AP/AR - Front Office Manager

Texas State Utilities, One
01.2021 - Current
  • Scheduled and confirmed appointments
  • Hours per week: 40-45
  • Administrative Assistant / AP / AR for a high volume underground utilities company.
  • Maintained all financial records to verify timely clearance of all credit and debit activities.
  • New Hire Orientations.
  • Monitoring monthly employee credit card reports.
  • Ensuring all permits are up to date and in place before allocating OKC crew to complete projects.
  • Maintained sensitive and personal information to ensure the privacy of all employees, current and terminated.
  • Monitored administrative tasks, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
  • Led team meetings to discuss operational improvements and set performance goals for staff development.
  • Supervised reception staff, enhancing service quality through training and performance evaluations.

Managed all Directors and Project Managers calender to ensure all company meetings were scheduled and in a timely manner.


Administrative Assistant /Senior Payroll Specialist

Jett Freight Services
12.2018 - 01.2021
  • Organized and maintained filing and document management systems by coordinating, achieving files.
  • Coordinated project materials by managing physical and digital files, updating spreadsheets and reports to reflect real time data.
  • Planned events and department activities for Senior Executives.
  • Coordinated daily office operations to enhance workflow efficiency across departments.
  • Developed and maintained filing systems to ensure easy access to critical documents.
  • Trained new administrative staff on company policies and software applications, fostering team integration.

Front Office Supervisor

Courtyard By Marriot
03.2016 - 12.2018
  • Supervised front desk operations, ensuring exceptional guest service and satisfaction.
  • Trained and mentored staff on customer service standards and hotel procedures.
  • Coordinated room assignments and managed reservations using property management systems.
  • Implemented efficiency improvements, reducing check-in/check-out times for guests.
  • Conducted regular audits of front office processes to ensure compliance with brand standards.
  • Developed strong relationships with repeat customers through personalized service and attention to detail in meeting their needs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Francis Tuttle Technology Center
Oklahoma City, OK

Certification -

RADT Orientation Course - Completed
Los Angeles, CA
12-2025

Skills

    Strong understanding of addiction, withdrawal phases, and early sobriety challenges

    Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA and ethical boundaries

    Providing emotional support while reinforcing program structure and safety protocols

    Assisting with daily routines, documentation, and unit organization

    Experience chairing peer-led recovery meetings focused on maintaining sobriety, accountability, and connection

    Facilitating open discussions that encourage shared experience, strength, and hope among peers

    High emotional intelligence and empathy grounded in lived experience

    Strong Organizational and time management skills in fast-paced enviornments

Timeline

AP/AR - Front Office Manager

Texas State Utilities, One
01.2021 - Current

Administrative Assistant /Senior Payroll Specialist

Jett Freight Services
12.2018 - 01.2021

Front Office Supervisor

Courtyard By Marriot
03.2016 - 12.2018

High School Diploma -

Francis Tuttle Technology Center

Certification -

RADT Orientation Course - Completed
Tara Glidden