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Whitney Kirksey

Tallahassee,FL

Summary

Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Leon County Schools, skilled in office administration and client liaison. Excelled in improving operational efficiency and fostering communication through multitasking and organizational skills. Achieved significant improvements in staff coordination and document management, demonstrating adaptability and commitment to excellence.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Secretary

Leon County Schools
Tallahassee, FL
08.2023 - Current
  • Greeted and directed visitors, answered phone calls, and provided general administrative support.
  • Scheduled and coordinated executive meetings.
  • Maintained filing system for all documents related to executive activities.
  • Prepared agendas and took minutes of meetings attended by the executive staff.
  • Assisted in the preparation of presentations, reports, memos, letters, and other documents as needed.
  • Managed calendar of appointments for executives; scheduled appointments with internal and external contacts.
  • Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel to record data regarding departmental expenses and budgets.

Front Office Receptionist

Leon County Schools
Tallahassee, FL
08.2022 - Current
  • Receive and assist all persons who come into the office. Greeted visitors in a professional manner.
  • Managed incoming and outgoing mail, including sorting, distributing, and maintaining records of correspondence.
  • Answered phone calls, transferred calls, took messages, and provided information to callers.

  • Assisted with administrative tasks such as filing documents, photocopying, faxing.
  • Prepared invoices for customers according to company procedures.
  • Maintained confidentiality of student/parent information at all times.
  • Entered new client student into database systems accurately.

Instructional Paraprofessional

Leon County Schools
Tallahassee, FL
08.2021 - Current
  • Provides direct instructional support and caregiving services (i.e., medical) under the supervision of teachers and staff.
  • Participated in staff development activities as assigned by school administration.
  • Implemented accommodations for special education students as outlined in their IEPs.
  • Prepared reports summarizing student performance data from assessments and classroom observations.
  • Assisted teachers in preparing lesson plans and instructional materials.
  • Facilitated small group instruction for students with special needs.
  • Created a positive learning environment by providing support and encouragement to students.

Mental Health Technician

Capital Regional Medical Center
Tallahassee, FL
01.2017 - 08.2021
  • Participated in weekly multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan further interventions.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals such as social workers, psychiatrists, counselors and nurses to coordinate quality care for each client.
  • Created activities that promoted physical wellness, emotional stability, cognitive functioning, independent living skills and social interaction among patients.
  • Ensured safety of all clients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
  • Maintained accurate records regarding treatments provided, medication administration and patient progress notes.
  • Provided education about mental illness symptoms and causes to family members of patients.
  • Implemented therapeutic techniques such as art therapy, recreational therapy or music therapy.
  • Supervised visitors entering the facility according to established security protocols.
  • Monitored vital signs, including pulse, respiration and temperature, of psychiatric patients.
  • Observed and documented changes in patient behavior and reported any significant changes to the clinical team.

Education

High School Diploma -

James S. Rickards High School
Tallahassee, FL
05-2009

Skills

  • Adaptability
  • Business correspondence management
  • Client liaison
  • Scheduling
  • Time management expertise
  • Exceptional organization
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Staff Supervision
  • Proper phone etiquette
  • Communication Skills
  • Professional correspondence
  • Office Administration

Timeline

Executive Secretary

Leon County Schools
08.2023 - Current

Front Office Receptionist

Leon County Schools
08.2022 - Current

Instructional Paraprofessional

Leon County Schools
08.2021 - Current

Mental Health Technician

Capital Regional Medical Center
01.2017 - 08.2021

High School Diploma -

James S. Rickards High School

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