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Thania Abreu Apolinar

Lowell,MA

Summary

Adept at navigating complex housing processes for Community Teamwork, I excel in project management and communication, ensuring client satisfaction and advocacy. My background in education and customer service, coupled with digital fluency, has consistently enhanced organizational efficiency and client engagement, showcasing a proven track record of quick learning and creative problem-solving.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Housing Search Specialist

Community Teamwork
01.2025 - Current

Oversees housing program operations, provides supervision and support to housing staff, ensures compliance with housing policies, and coordinates with internal teams and external partners to help clients achieve stable housing outcomes.

  • Prepared reports detailing program performance metrics for upper management review.

Housing Search Specialist

Community Teamwork
09.2024 - 01.2025
  • Work with assigned families and individuals on housing search activities including providing advocacy and negotiation with property owners on behalf of clients.
  • Identify apartments for client placement that meet safety and health standards.
  • Assist clients with housing searches, complete Homebased and apartment applications, update case notes on the ETO State website, and provide support to immigrant clients navigating housing processes.

Family Engagement Specialist

Lawrence Public Schools
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Coordinate with the District point of contact and community to assist homeless and newcomer families in getting essential resources, family support, and well-being.
  • Conduct home visits and provide services in the field, including transportation.

Building Based Educator

Lawrence High School
09.2022 - 06.2024
  • The BBE provide substitute coverage for absent staff members, covering academic classes and other duties.
  • Maintains discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with school and district policies.

Building Based Educator

Methuen Public Schools
09.2021 - 05.2022
  • Company Overview: The BBE provide substitute coverage for absent staff members, covering academic classes and other duties.
  • Maintains discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students and staff in accordance with school and district policies.

Service And Engagement Team Leader

Target
06.2019 - 07.2021
  • Lead a team of passionate and knowledgeable Guest Advocates and Front of Store Attendants who strive to exceed guest service expectations.
  • Utilize guest survey reporting tools to drive change in key areas with the greatest impact on guest experience; and use guest feedback to coach/recognize teams.
  • Lead a culture of accountability through clear expectations and performance management (listen, observe, recognize and coach) on critical Service and Engagement behaviors.

Front Desk Receptionist

Massage Envy
03.2019 - 05.2019
  • Help clients understand the benefits of regular massage, skin care and stretch.
  • Establish relationships with members and guests to grow and retain a client base.
  • Connect clients with retail products that improve, enhance, and extend the positive impact of the services they receive.
  • Book appointments and answer customer calls.

Customer Service Supervisor

Wal-Mart
  • Answer questions regarding the store and its merchandise.
  • Serve great financial services to customers in need and assure accuracy in every transaction made during my shift.
  • Consistently improved customer satisfaction through resolution of conflict.

Human Resources Intern

Listin Diario / Newspaper
02.2017 - 02.2019
  • Helped manage pay-roll operations.
  • Shadowed personnel managers on a daily basis.
  • Helped with the training for new staff.

Education

Associate Degree - Communications, Marketing

Northern Essex Community College
01.2016

B.S.B.A. - International Business

Universidad Apec

Skills

  • Time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Photography
  • Digital Fluency
  • Communication
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure
  • Creativity
  • Social Media Management
  • Quick Learner
  • Project Management
  • Team leadership
  • Housing Search

Certification

  • Marketing Digital, 2019-01-03, Current, Online Marketing Digital certificate sponsored by Google and awarded by Escuela Organizacional Industrial (governmental institution from Spain)
  • E-Commerce Certificate, 2015-11-01, Current, Online E-Commerce certificate sponsored by Google and awarded by Escuela Organizacional Industrial (governmental institution from Spain)

LANGUAGES

Spanish: Native/ Bilingual
English: Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Lead Housing Search Specialist

Community Teamwork
01.2025 - Current

Housing Search Specialist

Community Teamwork
09.2024 - 01.2025

Family Engagement Specialist

Lawrence Public Schools
06.2024 - 09.2024

Building Based Educator

Lawrence High School
09.2022 - 06.2024

Building Based Educator

Methuen Public Schools
09.2021 - 05.2022

Service And Engagement Team Leader

Target
06.2019 - 07.2021

Front Desk Receptionist

Massage Envy
03.2019 - 05.2019

Human Resources Intern

Listin Diario / Newspaper
02.2017 - 02.2019

Customer Service Supervisor

Wal-Mart

B.S.B.A. - International Business

Universidad Apec

Associate Degree - Communications, Marketing

Northern Essex Community College
Thania Abreu Apolinar