Conscientious and compassionate human resources professional with drive for helping employers recruit, develop and retain qualified candidates. Skilled at partnering with management teams to build employee-centric cultures promoting positive morale and optimizing productivity. Motivating and positive with excellent interpersonal, coaching and communication skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Social Services Specialist I
State of Georgia, Effingham County DFACS
10.2023 - Current
Assisted juveniles and families in understanding and adjusting to the juvenile's commitment to the Center
Collaborated with the assigned psychologist to complete a psychological evaluation report
Facilitated brief individual and group sessions to address juvenile concerns and foster a safe environment
Gathered information from educational records, past mental and physical health records, child/family protective service agencies, and the DJJ community specialist to make recommendations to the Family Court regarding needed interventions to increase the chances of the juvenile doing well upon return to his/her home
Provided guidance and support to the DJJ educational and security staff to address the needs of the juveniles.
Employee Relations Specialist
S2S Facts Organization, Inc
03.2023 - Current
Streamlined HR processes for improved efficiency, including updating policies and procedures manuals.
Collaborated with management to develop strategies for addressing employee concerns, resulting in a more positive work environment.
Negotiated resolutions between employees and managers, fostering better communication and working relationships.
Developed and delivered training sessions on topics such as diversity, harassment prevention, and workplace ethics, promoting a culture of inclusion and respect.
Human Resources Manager
S2S Facts Organization, Inc
02.2022 - 03.2023
Developing and implementing HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy
Bridging management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances or other issues
Managing the recruitment and selection process
Managed complex benefits administration, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of claims.
HR Talent Acquisition Specialists
Coastal Medical Staffing
10.2020 - 02.2022
Streamlined onboarding processes for new hires, ensuring a smooth transition into the organization while minimizing timetoproductivity.
Facilitated internal mobility opportunities through proactive identification of high-potential employees suitable for advancement or lateral moves within the organization.
Participated in industry conferences and networking events to stay current on talent acquisition trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in the field.
Conducted regular training sessions for hiring managers on effective interviewing techniques, unconscious bias awareness, legal compliance in recruiting practices, among others.
Human Resources Assistant
Coastal Medical Staffing
01.2014 - 10.2020
Assisted with recruitment efforts, successfully filling open positions in a timely manner.
Managed payroll processes efficiently, ensuring timely payment of salaries without errors or discrepancies.
Organized successful company events that promoted team building and boosted morale among staff members.
Assisted in developing job descriptions that accurately reflected position responsibilities and requirements for recruitment purposes.
Economic Support Specialist II at Division of Family and Children Services State of Georgia-Gwinnett CountyEconomic Support Specialist II at Division of Family and Children Services State of Georgia-Gwinnett County