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Melanie Pearson

West Wollongong,NSW

Summary

Earnest individual with experience within the community services field providing support and guidance to individuals in need. Strong understanding of effectively working with people from diverse backgrounds. Passionate about helping others access needed services.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Secretary - Volunteer

Corrimal East Public School P&C
02.2023 - Current
  • Organized staff meetings and took minutes, ensuring accurate records were kept for future reference.
  • Coordinated special projects as assigned, demonstrating ability to multitask effectively under pressure.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
  • Prepared professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.

Membership/Social Media Coordinator - Volunteer

Illawarra South Coast Multiple Birth Association
08.2019 - Current
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns professionally.
  • Resolved conflicts swiftly among team members through effective mediation techniques, fostering an amicable working environment conducive to collaboration.
  • Organized company-wide events that boosted employee morale and cultivated team spirit within the organization.
  • Maintained accurate records of memberships, ensuring timely renewal reminders were sent to prevent lapses in subscriptions.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to both prospective and current members, resolving issues promptly and professionally.
  • Maintained membership database, ensuring that all information was current and accurate.
  • Enhanced social media engagement through regular posting and audience interaction.
  • Used social media platforms to promote and market services.

Caregiving

Twins
01.2018 - Current
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions, supporting clients'' overall health through balanced nutrition.
  • Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
  • Developed engaging recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, boosting mental stimulation for patients throughout their day-to-day lives.

Customer Service Officer

Ryde Aquatic and Leisure Centre
04.2016 - 12.2017
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving their inquiries and concerns.
  • Helped large volume of customers every day with positive attitude and focus on customer satisfaction.
  • Addressed customer complaints and mitigated dissatisfaction by employing timely and on-point solutions.
  • Maintained a high level of product knowledge to effectively assist customers with accurate information and recommendations.
  • Assisted call-in customers with questions and orders.
  • Managed payments, updated account balances and discussed subsequent payments with customers to keep accounts on track.
  • Exhibited high energy and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
  • Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.

Relocation

01.2016 - 04.2016

During January 2016 until April 2016, I was relocating from USA to Australia, and organising a working visa. I have since become an Australian Citizen.

Community Services Assistant

City of Ukiah
09.2014 - 12.2015
  • Assisted in organizing and executing successful community events, contributing to a stronger sense of belonging among residents.
  • Streamlined administrative processes for greater efficiency in program coordination and management.
  • Established strong rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds through empathetic listening skills coupled with a genuine desire to help them address their unique needs.
  • Developed marketing materials such as flyers, brochures, newsletters to raise awareness about available services within the local area.
  • Maintained accurate records of program participants, ensuring confidentiality while allowing for informed decision-making based on trends or patterns observed over time.
  • Managed volunteer recruitment efforts to ensure adequate staffing for community projects and events.
  • Collaborated with local organizations to maximize resources and strengthen partnerships for improved service delivery.
  • Participated in meetings with stakeholders to discuss program objectives and strategies.
  • Administered and tracked client service payments.

Education

Certificate IV - Travel And Tourism

TAFE NSW
Wollongong, NSW
06.2023

Bachelor of Science - Recreation, Parks, And Tourism Administration

California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, California
12.2009

Skills

    • Customer Service
    • Verbal and written communication
    • Office Administration
      • Organization
      • Keyboarding skills
      • Calendar Management

Additional Information

Name: Lynda Lorenz

Company: Tafe NSW

Position: Travel and Tourism Instructor

Email: lynda.lorenz@tafensw.edu.au


Name: Melinda Contino

Company: Ryde Aquatic and Leisure Centre

Position: Services Team Leader

Email: mcontino@ryde.nsw.gov.au

Mobile: 0430 801 105


Name: Kelly Poole

Company: NSW Department of Education

Position: Educator and ISCMBA Volunteer

Email: kelly.poole1@det.nsw.gov.edu

Mobile: 0438 577 364


Name: Jess Yates

Company: Expertise Events

Position: Content Manager

Email: jess.yates@expertiseevents.com.au

Mobile: 0401 333 010

Timeline

Secretary - Volunteer

Corrimal East Public School P&C
02.2023 - Current

Membership/Social Media Coordinator - Volunteer

Illawarra South Coast Multiple Birth Association
08.2019 - Current

Caregiving

Twins
01.2018 - Current

Customer Service Officer

Ryde Aquatic and Leisure Centre
04.2016 - 12.2017

Relocation

01.2016 - 04.2016

Community Services Assistant

City of Ukiah
09.2014 - 12.2015

Certificate IV - Travel And Tourism

TAFE NSW

Bachelor of Science - Recreation, Parks, And Tourism Administration

California State University, Sacramento
Melanie Pearson