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TERESA M. BERRY-
Professional Summary
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Orderly self-starting Office Assistant with a proven history of increasing
productivity while decreasing office spending. Meticulous worker
proficient in Microsoft and trained in Colleague, DARS, Blackboard and
Starfish. Reliable and professional worker dedicated to providing
fantastic service.
Columbus, OH 43203
Website, Portfolio, Profiles
Work History
● https://www.linkedin.com
/in/tekamay1/
Columbus State Community College - Office Associate
Columbus, OH
01/2012 - Current
● Organized, stored and retrieved files to enhance daily operations and
support customer needs.
● Produced high-quality documents, spreadsheets and presentations for
internal and customer-facing needs.
● Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special
requirements.
● Developed and maintained spreadsheets in Excel to track and chart
information such as Student Enrollments and Course Offerings.
● Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying and distributing mail.
● Developed correspondence letters, memos and emails.
● Prepared packages for shipment, pickup and courier services for
prompt delivery to customers.
● Drafted professional memos, letters and marketing copy to support
business objectives and growth.
● Interacted with customers professionally by phone, email or in-person
to provide information and directed to desired staff members.
● Answered telephone calls to field inquiries from clients, vendors and
various other callers seeking information.
● Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate
stock levels.
● Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided
friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
● Coordinated efficient calendars for department chair by factoring in
schedule availability and load limitations.
● Monitored premises, screened visitors, updated logs and issued passes
to maintain security.
● Prepared meeting materials and took clear notes to distribute to
Skills
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Record Sorting and Filing
Team Collaboration
Data Gathering
Multitasking and Prioritization
Problem Solving
● Data Entry
● Calendar Management
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Outgoing Mail Preparation
Office Supply Management
Verbal and Written Communication
Materials Organization
Self-Motivated
Flexible and Adaptable
Prioritization and Time Management
Attention to Detail
Reliable and Punctual
Service-Oriented
Creative Thinking
Accounts Payable and Receivable
Meeting Coordination
Event and Activity Planning
Inventory Assessment
Office Machine Operation
Staff Supervision
Expense Reports
stakeholders.
Creative Foundations - Administrative Assistant
Delaware, OH
01/2011 - 01/2012
● Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate
stock levels.
● Coordinated travel arrangements, including booking airfare, hotel and
ground transportation.
● Arranged rapid office equipment repair and maintenance with
vendors.
● Generated reports and typed letters in Word and prepared
PowerPoint presentations.
● Monitored premises, screened visitors, updated logs and issued passes
to maintain security.
● Monitored CEO's work calendar and scheduled appointments,
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Building Customer Trust and Loyalty
Upbeat and Positive Personality
Verbal and written communication
Budgeting
Computer proficiency
Education
2000
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV
Bachelor of Science: Psychology
● Minored in Sociology
meetings and travel.
● Processed invoices and expenses to facilitate on-time payment.
1994
Guernsey Noble Career Center
● Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services
personnel to receive orders, direct activities and communicate
Senecaville, OH
High School Diploma
instructions.
● Coached new employees on administrative procedures, company
policies and performance standards.
● Coursework in Cosmetology
● Graduated in Top 10% of Class
● Elected to Reporter for VICA in 1992
● Organized weekly staff meetings and logged minutes for corporate
records.
● Elected to President for VICA in 1993
● Member of Who's Who of American
● Developed and updated spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze
and report on performance and sales data.
High School Students
ADDVanatge Center - Activity Therapist
1994
Shenandoah High School
Columbus, OH
01/2008 - 01/2011
Sarahsville, OH
High School Diploma
● Promoted group-based interactions, providing support for clients
requiring special modifications or considerations.
● Managed safety of activity therapy work areas, maintaining quantity
and variety of supplies.
● Assessed patients via observations and interviews, maintaining notes
on needs, skills, interests and limitations.
● Planned and implemented therapeutic activities on group and
individual basis to assist patients in achieving specific goals.
● Documented activity assessments, treatment goals, interventions and
outcomes to supplement and reinforce patient medical record.
● Worked closely with caregivers and relatives of patients to explain
treatment plans, objectives and expected outcomes.
● Organized recreation and therapy programs congruent with
participants' therapy goals, abilities and personal interests.
● Instructed patients in activities and techniques such as dance, music or
art designed to meet specific physical or psychological needs.
● Encouraged clients with special needs and circumstances to acquire
new skills and get involved in health-promoting leisure activities.
● Scheduled and led specialized programs allowing participants to
engage in exercise and recreation, supporting social and physical
wellbeing.
● Maintained detailed records outlining patient treatment plans,
progress updates, treatment adjustments, goal achievements and
outcomes.
● Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and
make decisions.
● Completed all paperwork, recognizing any discrepancies and
addressing them in timely fashion.
A.D.D - Supervisor
Columbus, OH
01/2007 - 01/2008
● Created efficient work schedules for each team member to maintain
deadlines and fully staff shifts.
● Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to
maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
● Worked with management team to implement proper division of
responsibilities.
● Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve
weak areas.
● Set overall vision and provided team leadership.
● Interviewed, hired and trained new employees for direct care position.
● Developed training, task and process guidelines and communicated
clear and concise directions to employees.
● Performed annual evaluations and reviews for employees.
● Handled complaints, resolved issues and adjusted policies to meet
changing needs.
● Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid
violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient
layouts.
● Maintained compliance with company policies, objectives and
communication goals.
LIFE Inc - Assistant Supervisor
Gahanna, OH
08/2006 - 01/2007
● Supported Supervisor by preparing production reports and collating
quality documentation.
● Revised work practices to improve efficiency, boost quality and meet
goals.
● Created efficient work schedules for each team member to maintain
deadlines and fully staff shifts.
● Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to
maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
● Recommended changes to policies and procedures to maximize team
efficiency and productivity.
● Completed yearly evaluations, set realistic goals and determined pay
raises.
● Maintained safety records and accident reports for human resources.
● Submitted documentation and reports to upper management.
● Managed records and documentation for payroll, inventory control
and workflow.
● Set overall vision and provided team leadership.
● Developed training, task and process guidelines and communicated
clear and concise directions to employees.
● Identified individual employee's unique work styles and adapted
management methods.
● Worked with management team to implement proper division of
responsibilities.
● Successfully managed high volumes of client-facing interactions and
established strong rapport with physicians, medical and laboratory
staff and patients.
● Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve
weak areas.
The Callard Company - Data Entry Specialist
Columbus, Ohio
01/2006 - 08/2006
● Entered numerical data into databases with speed and accuracy using
10-key pad.
● Compiled data and reviewed information for accuracy prior to input.
● Managed documents by organizing forms, making photocopies, filing
records, preparing correspondence and creating reports.
● Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
● Added documents to file records and created new records to support
filing needs.
● Managed large data projects, including workflow scheduling, data
entry and accuracy verification.
● Located and corrected data entry errors and reported to management.
● Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential
organizational information.
YAI / NIPD Network - Assistant Supervisor
New York, NY
01/2002 - 01/2006
● Supported Supervisor by preparing production reports and collating
quality documentation.
● Revised work practices to improve efficiency, boost quality and meet
goals.
● Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
● Kept close eye on client vital signs, administered medications and
tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
● Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or
personal items.
● Kept household areas clean and well-stocked, ran errands, managed
laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
● Assisted clients with daily living needs, including bathing and
personal grooming, to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
● Helped patients care for themselves by teaching proper, safe use of
ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers.
● Evaluated patients based on mental and physical parameters
discovered through interviews and standardized assessments.
● Delivered individualized counseling services to clients working
through issues such as mental illness and substance abuse.
● Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to
maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
