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Valerie Dorning

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Seeking an opportunity for a full-time position that will utilize my outstanding communication, and leadership skills proved to leverage my talents in years of experience in customer service. Motivated college student seeking an internship in human resources or any field related to psychology to gain hands-on experience. Outgoing and friendly with a strong drive to succeed. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Investigator

DFPS
San Antonio, Texas
11.2022 - 04.2024
  • Developed strategies for working effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds.
  • Maintained professional relationships with families during difficult times.
  • Provided appropriate referrals for counseling or other supportive services.
  • Monitored progress of cases including ensuring that deadlines are met.
  • Responded to emergency situations involving children requiring immediate attention.
  • Acted as a liaison between families and government or community resources.
  • Prepared written summaries following each investigation or contact with a family member.
  • Collaborated with other agencies such as law enforcement, mental health providers, schools, and social services.
  • Conducted home visits, interviews, and assessments in order to evaluate the safety of a child's environment.
  • Facilitated communication between involved parties while protecting confidentiality of information.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations regarding child abuse investigations.
  • Developed case plans in order to ensure that the best interests of the child were met.
  • Informed families about their rights under applicable laws and policies.
  • Participated in court proceedings related to cases.
  • Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
  • Assessed family dynamics and provided guidance for improvement.
  • Provided testimony at hearings related to child protective investigations.
  • Investigated reports of child abuse and neglect to determine if further actions are necessary.
  • Maintained detailed records on all cases including reports and notes from interviews.
  • Attended trainings related to current trends in Child Protective Services.
  • Investigated each child's living environment to determine whether home was safe or presented risks.
  • Conducted in-depth interviews with children, guardians, doctors, nurses and law enforcement to gain insight into individual cases.
  • Facilitated delivery of services and resources after thoroughly assessing each child's individual needs.
  • Documented case information by completing forms promptly and filing with appropriate agencies.
  • Remained composed and calm when interacting with individuals, taking into account that children and families were involved in high-stress situations.
  • Developed and executed plans to remove children from homes where abuse or neglect had occurred.
  • Informed victims about legal processes and timelines.
  • Collaborated with state agencies and benefits coordinators to develop individualized plans for each case.
  • Counseled parents on proper child-rearing choices.
  • Established behavioral modification goals and assessed progress toward goals.

Commercial Assurance Associate

Ernst & Young
San Antonio, TX
08.2021 - 11.2022

-Identifying potential audit issues or unusual relationships in financial statements with detailed analytical trend analysis.

-Demonstrating your professionalism while working in clients’ environments and providing exceptional service.

-Operating effectively in a regulated environment, with a focus on protecting the capital markets and the investing public.

-Developing and maintaining relationships with clients to provide definitive auditing services that the capital markets and the client can rely upon.

-Sharing the story of value-added insights discovered through data analysis with clients.

Maintenance Specialist

City Of San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
03.2019 - 10.2021
  • Maintained clean and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
  • Identified problems during daily work inspections and addressed concerns.
  • Performed tasks to maintain on-site physical security, safety, and efficiency.
  • Notified management about necessary repairs or professional service needs for building operating systems.
  • Maintained compliance with internal and regulatory safety standards.
  • Followed correct procedures for handling, transporting, and disposing of new and recycled materials.
  • Removed snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas.
  • Cleaned vents and replaced filters to verify proper airflow.
  • Operated hand tools and power tools to make minor maintenance repairs and maintain grounds and walks.

Maintenance Specialist

I.S.S • CUSTODIAL
SAN ANTONIO, TX.
09.2018 - 03.2019
  • (210) 660-270O
  • Clean offices make the clients feel like they are walking into a fresh and sanitized workplace.
  • Maintained clean and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
  • Identified problems during daily work inspections and addressed concerns.
  • Performed tasks to maintain on-site physical security, safety, and efficiency.
  • Notified management about necessary repairs or professional service needs for building operating systems.
  • Maintained compliance with internal and regulatory safety standards.
  • Followed correct procedures for handling, transporting, and disposing of new and recycled materials.
  • Cleaned vents and replaced filters to verify proper airflow.
  • Operated hand tools and power tools to make minor maintenance repairs and maintain grounds and walks.
  • Collaborated with team members to assess equipment performance needs.
  • Read work orders or received instructions from supervisors or homeowners to determine work requirements.

Manager

Impress Photographics
San Antonio , TX
05.2016 - 08.2018
  • Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
  • Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
  • Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
  • Greeted and encouraged feedback from customers to implement operational changes.
  • Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures, and improve bottom-line profitability.
  • Established and created training programs to enhance employee knowledge of best practices, resulting in improved customer satisfaction.
  • Conducted quality, timely performance feedback and performance appraisals.
  • Maintained contact with clients and assisted in developing procedures to identify and track value-added services.
  • Managed shifts in absence of store manager to deliver excellent customer service while promoting sales.
  • Examined merchandise to correctly price and display products.
  • Delivered level of service to customers in effort to build upon relationships for future clients.
  • Coordinated ordering, receiving merchandise, pricing and stocking to maintain appropriate product levels.
  • Supervised staff performing daily activities.
  • Implemented and enforced policies and procedures by coordinating with company leaders, coaching employees and overseeing staff activity.
  • Investigated misconduct, mediated problems and determined appropriate discipline for staff.

Parking Enforcement Officer

City Of San Antonio
SAN ANTONIO, TX
06.2015 - 06.2016
  • Directed drivers to proper parking areas and enforced special parking restrictions.
  • Patrolled parking areas and monitored car safety to prevent theft and damage.
  • Patrolled premises regularly to maintain the safety of employees and visitors.
  • Called and coordinated with police, fire, and EMT services.
  • Maintained order, responded to emergencies, and enforced federal and local laws.
  • Located lost stolen and counterfeit permits.
  • Assisted motorists with such things as flat tires, keys locked in the car, or battery jump-starts.
  • Checked assigned areas for missing or damaged property.
  • Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.

Direct Care Staff Member

NEW LIFE CHILDRENS TREATMENT CTR
CANYON LAKE, TX
05.2015 - 07.2015
  • Direct care specialist overseeing adolescents and planning their day.
  • Entertained or read aloud to patients to improve mental health and alertness.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer care for the children.
  • Reported concerns to nursing supervisor to promote optimal care.
  • Coordinated doctor appointments, exercise, recreation, and family visits to maintain the schedule.
  • Cultivated relationships with residents to support happiness and emotional well-being.
  • Coordinated patient care plans with doctors and registered nurses and communicated treatment steps to patients.
  • Improved resident engagement through group activities.

Maintenance Specialist

Cornerstone Church
SAN ANTONIO, TX
12.2013 - 05.2015
  • Clean classrooms, offices, kitchens
  • Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
  • Performed tasks to maintain on-site physical security, safety and efficiency.
  • Identified problems during daily work inspections and addressed concerns.
  • Notified management about necessary repairs or professional service needs for building operating systems.
  • Maintained compliance with internal and regulatory safety standards.
  • Followed correct procedures for handling, transporting and disposing of new and recycled materials.
  • Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards.
  • Repaired equipment and machinery, performing maintenance according to updated industry standards.
  • Keeping room sanitized and maintaining building cleanness.
  • Removed snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas.
  • Operated hand tools and power tools to make minor maintenance repairs and maintain grounds and walks.
  • Cleaned vents and replaced filters to verify proper air flow.

Cashier Specialist

Mcdonalds, PDI FOODS
SAN ANTONIO, TX
07.2013 - 11.2013
  • Greet customers, take orders, restock.
  • Processed payments for customers quickly and accurately to exceed productivity standards.
  • Helped with purchases, locating items, and signing up for rewards programs.
  • Authorized discounts and special actions to resolve customer disputes and maintain satisfaction.
  • Directed cleaning, trash removal, and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register areas organized.
  • Prepared daily cash register drawers by carefully counting out correct change levels and documenting totals.
  • Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Social Worker

San Antonio Texas A&M
San Antonio, TX
05-2025

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Northeast Lakeview Community College
Universal City, TX
05.2020

GED -

Adult Education
Schertz-Cibolo
06.2009

Skills

  • Self-motivation
  • Critical Thinking and Analysis
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Leadership
  • Adaptability
  • Relationship Building
  • Cash Analysis
  • Decision Making
  • Audit Preparation
  • Document Recordkeeping
  • Asset Utilization Reports
  • Problem-Solving
  • Effective and Professional Communication

Timeline

Investigator

DFPS
11.2022 - 04.2024

Commercial Assurance Associate

Ernst & Young
08.2021 - 11.2022

Maintenance Specialist

City Of San Antonio
03.2019 - 10.2021

Maintenance Specialist

I.S.S • CUSTODIAL
09.2018 - 03.2019

Manager

Impress Photographics
05.2016 - 08.2018

Parking Enforcement Officer

City Of San Antonio
06.2015 - 06.2016

Direct Care Staff Member

NEW LIFE CHILDRENS TREATMENT CTR
05.2015 - 07.2015

Maintenance Specialist

Cornerstone Church
12.2013 - 05.2015

Cashier Specialist

Mcdonalds, PDI FOODS
07.2013 - 11.2013

Bachelor of Science - Social Worker

San Antonio Texas A&M

Associate of Arts - Psychology

Northeast Lakeview Community College

GED -

Adult Education
Valerie Dorning