Posted on: 2006-11-29
CHARISSA PLYMESSER 1026 Walnut Ave. Redlands, CA 92373 909) 793-9747 [email protected] _________________________________________________ OBJECTIVE: To obtain and enjoy a full-time career working within an industry or district that serves the public to promote a higher level of health and wellness amongst its community members. _________________________________________________ EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science. Kinesiology, Exercise Science. California State University, San Bernardino, 2006. Certifications: • CPR/First Aid, American Red Cross, current • Pilates Instructor, YMCA of the USA, 2002 • Johnny G. Spinning Instructor, 2003 • Personal Trainer Instructor, YMCA of the USA, 2004 • Personal Trainer, Scirion Institute of Exercise Physiology, 2006 _________________________________________________ HIGHLIGHTS: • Former Wellness Coordinator for the YMCA of the East Valley. • Over 11 years of experience building relationships with members of the community. • Highly effective at problem solving and working with conservative budgets. • 4 years of experience working on annual campaigns. • Enthusiastic and energetic team player that sees the big picture. • Ability to represent your business with dignity and professionalism. _________________________________________________ RELEVANT SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: • As Wellness Coordinator for the Redlands Family YMCA: - Oversaw and supervised the complete renovation of the YMCA\'s Wellness Center. - Performed administrative duties for the YMCA of the East Valley’s annual sustaining campaign and staff campaign. - Developed, promoted and executed the YMCA’s national Healthy Kid’s Day and Senior Appreciation Day. - Successfully managed the budget for the Wellness department. • As management for the Trader Joe’s corporation: - Maintained and oversaw a high standard of employees. - Handled large quantities of cash on a daily basis. - Gained excellent communication and organizational skills. - Knowledgeable in retail sales and product purchasing. • As a legal receptionist for James Knox Law Offices: - Gained proficiency at clerical skills (i.e.,e-mail, Word, Excel). - Experience using Power Point and Windows. - Maintained professionalism with clients and community members. _________________________________________________ WORK HISTORY: September 2006-present Group Exercise Instructor/ Redlands Family YMCA Personal Trainer 2002-September 2006 Wellness Coordinator Redlands Family YMCA 2001-2002 Legal Receptionist James Knox Law Offices, San Bernardino 1994-2001 Cashier/Management Trader Joe’s; Redlands, San Luis Obispo, Riverside _________________________________________________ REFERENCES: Available upon request.