Joy Tech Administrator

Posted on: 2008-08-21

SHONTERENCE ADAMS 1730 W. Emelita Ave. Unit 1031Mesa, Az. 85202 * Phone (504) 258-0781 * E-mail [email protected] EMPLOYMENT [ 08/06-Present] Joy Corporation Baton Rouge, LA Joy Tech Administrator/ Case Manager • Train and oversee the work of junior staff members or student assistants. • Perform basic liaison functions with participants and staff, explain policies/procedures, answer various questions, coordinate services/assistance, handle special requests or problems, routing to senior staff members as appropriate. • Perform various bookkeeping functions: initiate and process financial documents related to operating budgets or special accounts; monitor financial activity; organize and maintain financial records; prepare related reports. • Facilitate and coordinate supportive activities with other program staff including: employment assistance activities, such as job readiness training, resume preparation, interview practice, attending job fairs and networking with perspective employers, etc.; • Does screening, intake, assessment, service plan development, monitoring, linkage to appropriate community resources, follow up, appropriate discharge, tracking, etc. • Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with homeless shelters and community resources, and other non-profits. [ 06/08 – 08/08] Joy Corporation Baton Rouge, LA Servant Leader Intern • Deliver the Integrated Reading Curriculum to a class during the summer months, according to the standards developed by the Children’s Defense Fund and Joy Corporation of Baton Rouge • Set-up and breakdown of classroom space, including securing and organizing the appropriate materials • Collaborate with staff to establish and maintain a supportive and structured environment for children entrusted to their care. • Serve as a Harambee! leader each day of program operation. • Serve as leader of afternoon activities and other special events; chaperone field trips • Participate fully in the June National Training from May 29 – June 8, 2008 [ 05/05-08/05 ] Orleans Parish Criminal Sheriff Office New Orleans, LA Medical Clerk • Data Analyst • Filling Records • Inmate Intake Process EDUCATION [ 2002-2006 ] Southern University A&M Baton Rouge, LA • BS Psychology [1998-2002] Marion Abramson Sr. High New Orleans, LA • High School Diploma VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE [07-06-Still Active] Joy Corporation of Baton Rouge Zachary, LA G.U.R.L. (Girls Understanding Real Life) • BSIC (Big Sister In Charge) / Youth Leader [01/06-05/06] Southern University Psychology Dept Baton Rouge, LA • Computer Monitor (Psychology Lab) [05/06-07/06] Southern University Student Union Baton Rouge, LA • Bowling Alley Monitor [2005 – 2006] Joy Corporation of Baton Rouge Zachary, LA JL4L (Joy Learning For Life Academy) • Mentor & Tutor REFERENCES • Upon Request