About Andy Expertise I can help prepare candidates for job interviews; assist in discussing problems with your supervisors or peers; help in creating a resume that gets results; answer general work related questions.
Experience I have been in a management leadership role for the past 30 years. I have extensive knowledge re: the interview process, problem solving, team building, communcation with executive management, company mergers, downsizing, outsourcing of jobs, project management, disaster recovery, office politics, management consulting, business ethics,career changes, job relocation to another part of the country & becoming an agent for change within a corporation.
To tell you the truth I just recently graduated with a B.S in Psychology and as
you see from my resume, my first job out of school was in social services at a
non profit organization. However, I have seen that this is not a career I would
like to pursue further. Because of my lack of experience I am unsure of what
career path I do want to pursue, however I just saw a job posted with the City
that I am interested in. It is for a recreation coordinator. You see I really
don't know how to go about choosing a career, but through trial and error. Is
this the wrong method? Even so, I would like to create a resume tailored
towards that type of position. How would I go about making an
accomplishment resume as well as help with a cover memo? Any further
assistance would be greatly appreciated.
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-----Question-----
I am currently in the hunt for a new career. Attached you will find a copy of
my current resume. Can I get any pointers on "jazzing" it up a bit. Any help
is greatly appreciated.
MICHAEL D. SEVILLE, jr.
1675 40TH St.
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
(561) 635-2200
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Hard working, quick learning, reliable, friendly and sociable individual
seeking a position that is challenging and which would allow for growth and
advancement, as well as contribute to the enhancement of an establishment
with my positive attitude and skills.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CASE MANAGER/ DRUG ABUSE FOUNDATION
FAMILY INTERVENTION SPECIALIST
Feb. 2006 – Present Delray Beach, FL
§ Responsible for providing a variety of case management services designed
to successfully engage highly resistant substance involved individuals who
are generally under criminal and/or legal supervision in receiving an
Assessment and following through with recommended treatment
§ Responsible for facilitating referrals between a supervising agency and a
treatment agency
§ Responsible for working with the client referred, the supervising agency
and the treatment agency to ensure that the client receives an assessment
§ Responsible for serving as a critical communication link between the
treatment agency and the supervising agency to ensure that all essential
information is passed.
§ Responsible for working with the client to educate, motivate, troubleshoot
barriers to treatment, track, encourage and provide limited support services
sufficient to facilitate client completing treatment
§ Responsible for tracking clients 3-6 months after treatment completion to
monitor recovery status
§ Responsible for expediting and assisting in performing drug test consistent
with need and protocol
§ Responsible for educating clients about the nature of his/her substance
abuse problem and providing short-term motivation to encourage client to
remain engaged with treatment
§ Responsible for monitoring client weekly ongoing participation, treatment
progress and evaluating how client is responding to care
§ Responsible for providing court/referral/supervising agency with case
status reports
§ Responsible for light switchboard duties
§ Assisted with sorting and filing in the medical records department
COOK/DRIVER PIZZA HUT
Jan. 2001 - Jan. 2006 Tallahassee, FL
§ Responsible for cash handling
§ Responsible for assuring customer satisfaction
§ Responsible for the entire upkeep and maintenance of store
§ Responsible for making food orders for customers
§ Responsible for delivering food orders for customers
STOCK LOEHMAN’S
Dec. 1998- Aug. 2000 Palm Beach Gardens, FL
§ Responsible for re-stocking merchandise
§ Responsible for assuring customer satisfaction
EDUCATION
BACHELOR’S OF SCIENCE IN PSYCHOLOGY FLORIDA A&M UNIVERSITY
Aug. 2000 – 2005 Tallahassee, FL
§ Courses specializing in Psychology
§ Courses specializing in Education
§ G.P.A – 3.4
§ Graduated Cum Laude
§ Organized and hosted mother/daughter, father/daughter workshops in
Havana and Tallahassee areas
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA SUNCOAST COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL
Aug. 1996 – May 2000 Riviera Beach, FL
§ International Baccalaureate Program
§ Courses included all academic classes
§ Honors classes
§ G.P.A – 3.6
§ Member of the chess club
§ Member of the SECME club
§ Varsity Football Player
COMMUNITY SERVICE ACTIVITIES
TUTOR/MENTOR/ASSISTANT BASKETBALL COACH C.K. STEELE CHARTER 2003
- 2004 Tallahassee, FL
§ Worked extensively with ESE students
YOUTH BASKETBALL COACH JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER
2000 West Palm Beach, FL
VOLUNTEER ST. MARY’S MEDICAL CENTER
2000 West Palm Beach, FL
§ Worked closely with children in the cancer and radiation therapy services.
§ Assisted in the gift shop
§ Assisted in the warehouse
§ Assisted in the mail room
§ Light clerical duties
REFERENCES WILL BE FURNISHED UPON REQUEST
-----Answer-----
Hi Michael,
You mention wanting to change careers rather than changing jobs. What
careers are you considering? I ask because it would be important to tailor
your resume to that type of position.
Your current resume is “responsibility” oriented & that is fine. However, it
reads more like a job description rather than a resume. I would suggest more
of an “accomplishment” oriented resume so you can show prospective
employers the positive impact you’ve made in your various positions.
Another suggestion would be to create a cover memo that briefly explains
why you’ve decided to make the career change. It’s best to bring this up
initially so an employer isn’t wondering why. Changing careers has become
more common in the workplace & employers are more understanding &
acceptable of the change.
If you agree, I’m willing to work with you to make this happen. Please let me
know.
Regards,
Andy
Answer Sorry Michael; I lost track of your original response. Please take a look at the cover memo below as well as a resume example I forwarded to you in an earlier message. Sorry for the delay in responding; I’m just catching up after the holidays. When time permits, I would appreciate you filling out the allexperts.com questionnaire.
Regards,
Andy
Date
Dear XXXX (It would be great if you knew who the hiring manager was so you could address it directly to them)
I recently saw your open position for a Recreation Coordinator & have attached a copy of my resume for your review. I am very interested in this position.
Most recently I have been working with people who have substance abuse problems & I have received excellent performance reviews. However, I’ve decided I no longer what to pursue a career in this field.
The skills I’ve honed in my current position are easily interchangeable as I enjoy working with young adults as well as children. I am a compassionate dependable person & have exhibited those qualities in my current position as well as a volunteer for St. Mary’s Medical Center.
I believe I have the skills & experience to fill your open position & would appreciate the opportunity to further discuss this position & my skills at your earliest convenience.
