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Yancey Britt

Wesson,MS

Summary


Detailed-oriented team player with with strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Seeking a position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Farmer

Self-employed
05.1993 - Current
  • Perform artificial insemination to improve genetics within herd
  • Perform labor and delivery procedures of newborn calves
  • Obtain knowledge of forage and nutrition by working closely with experts and trained professionals
  • Comply with rules and regulations set forth by local, state, and federal regulations (USDA, EPA, Dept of Health)
  • Train individuals who seek to work on farm and provide them with resources needed to allow for successful farming operation
  • Operate equipment (tractors, hay/forage equipment, disc)
  • Select and purchase supplies and equipment such as seed, farm machinery, and livestock.
  • Utilize chemical and non-chemical methods to protect crops from weeds and pests.
  • Enforce proper storage of crops, fertilizers and materials used in agricultural production.
  • Monitor weather conditions and adjusted irrigation and crop schedules accordingly.
  • Visit fields regularly to inspect and estimate maturity dates of crops and damage due to weather.
  • Monitor livestock health and administered medication and vaccinations at established intervals.
  • Train and supervise farmhands in proper use of farm equipment and safety protocols.
  • Maintain detailed records of crop production, soil composition and livestock health.
  • Assist in development of sustainable agricultural practices and policies to reduce waste.
  • Identify, isolate and treat diverse pests and diseases in crops and livestock.
  • Create farm strategies to maximize production and convert farm operations to commercial standards.
  • Conduct soil testing to determine nutrient levels and soil composition.
  • Negotiate and secure contracts with vendors, suppliers and agricultural partners to support cost-effective operations.
  • Maximize operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
  • Work closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
  • Perform repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
  • Inspect and repair equipment for livestock and crop management.
  • Budget equipment purchases and regular repairs.
  • Coordinate inventories of seeds, chemicals, plant nutrients and tools to achieve business targets.
  • Manage operational records, administrative needs and marketing plans to promote business and strengthen revenue streams.
  • Maintain ranch records and documentation.
  • Enforce strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
  • Feed and water animals according to strict feeding schedules and dietary needs..
  • Hire new ranch hands and livestock handlers seasonally.
  • Maintain and repair various farming equipment.

Senior Caregiver

Self-employed
12.2017 - Current
  • Listen, observe, and gain knowledge of medical professionals and family members of each patient
  • Assist family/friends in decision-making to allow hospice to intervene when end of life was near
  • Coordinated with hospice professionals, hospital, medical supply companies and paramedics to bring patients home to expire
  • Communicated to hospice nurse death of three patients
  • Provided care, compassion, empathy, understanding, sympathy, encouragement, spiritual guidance, and prayer to patients and loved ones
  • Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
  • Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Documented daily activities and changes in client condition to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Administered medications following prescribed instructions to alleviate symptoms and discomfort, monitoring client reactions.
  • Assisted clients with physical therapy exercises to maintain and improve strength, flexibility and balance.
  • Observed health status of clients to report changes and unusual occurrences to appropriate medical personnel.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans to cater to client needs and better assist.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
  • Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.

Certified Tax Preparer

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
12.2019 - Current
  • Listen and assist clients in preparation of tax returns
  • Collect data, documents, and information for transfer into Profiler software system designed for tax prep
  • Observe and practice due diligence in accordance with federal, state, and local laws
  • Document verbal information with return for acknowledgement by IRS
  • Compliance of current tax codes, rules, and regulations
  • Responsible for providing and maintaining confidentiality, privacy, and locked storage of all communicated print and digital information provided by client
  • Client retention through professional service and attitude
  • Communicate with clients concerning their tax return
  • Attend continuing education annually

Women's Ministry Director

Macedonia Baptist Church
06.2019 - Current
  • Identified and recruited potential volunteer workers.
  • Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
  • Kept program children safe and secure at all times with proactive monitoring strategies.
  • Hired, mentored and supervised instructors and volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
  • Analyzed revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

Founding Member, Partner, and General Manager

Silver Creek Campground
01.1999 - 09.2019
  • Maintained lodging reservations and records
  • Maintained all records and permits for wastewater treatment plant located in campground
  • Worked closely with EPA to prevent any hazardous waste from flowing into three creeks that flowed through property
  • Planned, organized, and scheduled events and activities year in advance
  • Monitored guest's safety and care throughout their stay
  • Promoted and marketed campground, accommodations, events and activities via print, social media, website, RV shows, conferences, and various means of advertisement
  • Collaborated with and provided input to parents, engineers, and architects for planning, design, and construction process
  • Created and coordinated adult motorcycle rallies and family friendly festivals
  • Networked, built, and have maintained relationships with many guests and business professionals.
  • Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
  • Created organization's mission and vision statements for use by employees.
  • Identified business development challenges and customer concerns for proactive resolution.
  • Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
  • Secured sufficient funds to cover business obligations by tracking expenses and budgeting accurately.
  • Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
  • Defined company roles and responsibilities to establish and enhance processes.
  • Directed market expansions to propel business forward, meet changing customer needs.
  • Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive and performance-driven company culture to lead industry innovations.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
  • Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
  • Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
  • Formulated and executed strategic initiatives to improve product offerings.
  • Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
  • Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
  • Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
  • Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.
  • Shaped solutions and approaches by leveraging trends in customer marketplaces and industries.
  • Cultivated company-wide culture of innovation and collaboration.
  • Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.
  • Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
  • Communicated business performance, forecasts and strategies to investors and shareholders.
  • Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
  • Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
  • Directed technological improvements, reducing waste and business bottlenecks.
  • Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
  • Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.

Swimming Pool Service Technician

Givens' Pool Company
05.1993 - 01.2019
  • Conducted basic water testing of residential swimming pools, and advised on chemicals needs to maintain safe, sanitary environment
  • Trained homeowners in proper techniques in maintenance, using manual and automated cleaning and filtration systems
  • Experienced with about Nature 2 Purification Systems, ZeoSand, Sand, Diatomaceous Earth (D.E.) filtration, and chlorination systems of residential in-ground/above-ground swimming pools

President, Board of Directors

Louisiana Association Of Rv Parks & Campgrounds
02.2015 - 03.2016
  • Developed innovative approaches to problem-solving, leveraging resources and driving results.
  • Led organization in setting goals and strategies.
  • Contributed to values, goals and strategic vision of organization.
  • Provided recommendations on board of directors on group's effectiveness, actions, and future plans.
  • Negotiated and resolved conflicts between stakeholders.
  • Chaired shareholder meetings, disseminating information, and fielded questions.
  • Composed and transcribed well-written reports, emails and technical documents with minimal supervision.
  • Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
  • Reduced operational costs through strategic cost management initiatives.
  • Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
  • Monitored financial performance and implemented measures to enforce compliance with budgetary standards.
  • Supported project management team for optimal performance.
  • Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
  • Developed and implemented new strategies and policies in collaboration with executive partners to establish and achieve long-term business objectives, providing company with strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
  • Established innovative policies to improve organizational performance and increase customer satisfaction.
  • Facilitated communication between departmental teams and stakeholders to build consensus.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
  • Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
  • Analyzed industry trends and tracked competitor activities to inform decision making.
  • Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
  • Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
  • Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.
  • Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.
  • Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
  • Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Alcorn State University
Lorman, MS
05.2024

Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education

Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA

Certification Certificate - Accounting Technician

Jackson Hewitt Tax School
Flowood, MS
09.2018

High School Diploma -

Franklinton High School
Franklinton, Louisiana
05.1993

Skills

    Multi-tasking

    Detail-oriented

    Task-oriented

    Adaptable to Change

    Flexible

    Strong Work Ethic

    Time Management

    Organized

Timeline

Certified Tax Preparer

Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
12.2019 - Current

Women's Ministry Director

Macedonia Baptist Church
06.2019 - Current

Senior Caregiver

Self-employed
12.2017 - Current

President, Board of Directors

Louisiana Association Of Rv Parks & Campgrounds
02.2015 - 03.2016

Founding Member, Partner, and General Manager

Silver Creek Campground
01.1999 - 09.2019

Farmer

Self-employed
05.1993 - Current

Swimming Pool Service Technician

Givens' Pool Company
05.1993 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Alcorn State University

Some College (No Degree) - Elementary Education

Southeastern Louisiana University

Certification Certificate - Accounting Technician

Jackson Hewitt Tax School

High School Diploma -

Franklinton High School
Yancey Britt