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Theresa Smithson

Theresa Smithson

Bald Knob,AR

Summary

Take-charge professional delivering executive support and team leadership to business operations. Dependable and detail-oriented to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Broad experience includes office management, accounting, accounts receivable, invoicing, dispatching, database management, vendor negotiations and contract management. Recognized for exemplary customer service and team collaboration. Talented County Coordinator proven successful in leading administrative team members in high-volume stressful, high maintained settings. Knowledgeable about professional regulations, managing files and producing professional correspondence for diverse needs. Articulate communicator with strong attention to detail and superior work ethic. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification

Work History

Paraprofessional

Bald Knob School District
Bald Knob, AR
08.2022 - Current
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.

County Coordinator

THE CALL
White, Jackson & Woodruff, SD
05.2022 - Current
  • Serve as a local/county leader & spokesperson
  • Lead & execute development efforts
  • Cultivate county, city, community relationships
  • Equip & Lead a local team of volunteers
  • Oversee local support programs
  • Manage all data to all foster families, keep accurate records of program information

Mental Health Technician

Families In The Community
Searcy, AR
08.2023 - 01.2024
  • Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage classroom behavior.
  • Engaged ALE students in therapeutic groups to promote coping skills, education, and life skills.
  • Observed and documented changes in students behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.
  • Established trusting relationships with students by demonstrating empathy and understanding towards them.
  • Developed positive relationships with students while maintaining professional boundaries.
  • Modeled appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in crisis situations involving students.

Childcare Director

Little Treasures Preschool
Bald Knob, AR
10.1992 - 03.1997
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

Education

GED -

Judsonia
Judsonia, AR
06-1990

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education

ASU Searcy,
Searcy

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education

Harding University
Searcy, AR

Skills

  • Volunteer Management
  • Human Resources
  • Emergency Preparedness
  • Policy Analysis

Certification

  • CPR
  • CPI
  • First aide

Timeline

Mental Health Technician

Families In The Community
08.2023 - 01.2024

Paraprofessional

Bald Knob School District
08.2022 - Current

County Coordinator

THE CALL
05.2022 - Current

Childcare Director

Little Treasures Preschool
10.1992 - 03.1997

GED -

Judsonia

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education

ASU Searcy,

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education

Harding University
  • CPR
  • CPI
  • First aide
Theresa Smithson