Discussion

Objective

To participate as a team member in a dynamic work environment focused on promoting business growth by providing superior value and service

Education

2016-Projected Peirce College, Philadelphia, PA

· M.S., Organizational Leadership & Management

· Relevant courses: Ethical Leadership, Project Management, Strategic Human Resources

2009 Peirce College, Philadelphia, PA

· B.S., Business Administration-Management, Cum Laude

· Relevant Courses: Human Resources Management

2004 Peirce College, Philadelphia, PA

· A.A., Paralegal Studies. Cum Laude

· Relevant courses: Employment Law, Legal Research & Writing

Employment History

Human Resources Recruiter

Dec 2015-Present StoneMor Partners, LP, Trevose, PA

· Administer full recruitment cycle with emphasis on sales staffing needs for 250+ USA locations. Manage job postings through various media outlets and source passive candidates to target and hire the best talent.

· Determine applicant qualifications by screening and interviewing applicants to coordinate management interviews with selected candidates.

· Partner with hiring managers to provide guidance, support, and recommendations on candidates to ensure efficiency in time to hire is maintained.

· Coordinate on-boarding documentation, and educate new hires on company benefits, policies and procedures. Document and track monthly statistics and data pertinent to each job requisition on Applicant Tracking System.

Outreach Coordinator/Paralegal

May 2015-Dec 2015 Mil Mujeres Legal Services, Philadelphia, PA

· Coordinated and conducted legal rights educational presentations/orientations to crime victims at consulates, community events and health fairs.

· Assisted Executive Director with directing and administrating the Philadelphia office while acting as point of contact between clients, attorneys, consulates, and United States Citizenship and Immigration Services.

· Investigated and compiled case facts to prepare immigration applications, draft legal documents along with preparing monthly reports for program compliancy.

Legal Assistant

May 2013-Feb 2015 Lopez McHugh, LLP, Philadelphia, PA

· Provided a broad range of administrative and clerical support for attorneys.

· Assisted with the logistics of discovery—conducted initial client interview and intake; interpreted and relayed legal information in a clear matter; corresponded daily with clients, medical facilities, and attorneys; while maintaining attorneys calendar and docket system for satellite offices nationwide.

· Ordered, monitored, and organized medical records for medical chronology and maintained files relating for litigation.

Bilingual Healthcare Communicator

July 2012-May 2013 Ashfield Healthcare, Ivyland, PA

· Worked collaboratively in a team representing clients on a variety of projects via telecommunication.

· Pre-screened potential volunteers for enrollment into research and educational trials.

· Collected demographic data and disposition for product, sample, and literature fulfillment.

Professional Development

Sept 2011-July 2012 Layoff Period, Feasterville, PA

· Attended Peirce College’s career development workshops, reviewed textbooks, and online instructional materials.

· Conducted interviews to professionals to keep abreast with updates in industry.

Advocate Paralegal

Dec 2007-Sept 2011 South Jersey Legal Services, Inc., Camden, NJ

· Conducted and coordinated monthly community legal education trainings and outreach activities.

· Administered 50-60 client case load with fact finding, research and analysis of laws, interpreting regulations and polices, court procedures, and appropriate filings.

· Assisted with medical evaluations and collaborated with clients, attorneys, and physicians regarding claims administration.

Manager/Co-owner

Nov 2004-Aug 2008 JRM Delivery Company, Camden NJ

· Responsible for leading and managing small company. Managed sales, inventory and cost controls while fostering team building.

· Adhered to all state and federal transportation and safety requirements and regulations.

· Hired, supervised and trained new drivers on maintenance and operation as well as safety standards, delivery procedures, and filing reports.

· Built exceptional reputation and loyal client base resulting in repeat and referral business of over 70%.

Advócate - Education unit

Oct 2005-Nov 2007 Congreso de Latinos Unidos, Philadelphia, PA

· Coordinated weekly domestic violence (DV) educational trainings and presentations to promote and engage awareness in the community.

· Managed weekly individual and group counseling sessions to over 150 clients.

· Advocated on behalf of DV victims with institutions, agencies, and government systems in accordance to agency standards.

Legal Secretary/Receptionist

Dec 2003-Feb 2005 Oxman, Goodstadt, Krevitz, & Kuritz, Philadelphia, PA

· Managed client caseloads for two attorneys. Prepared files, requested and reviewed medical records, legal documents and special demand packages.

· Coordinated depositions and traveling arrangements while maintaining attorney’s calendar.

· Responsible for all administrative duties: multi-line phones, accounts payable/receivables, and recordkeeping.

Human Resources Specialist

Sept 1997-Dec 2003 Delta AirLines Global Services, Philadelphia, PA

· Provided administrative and general clerical support to human resources department.

· Ensured compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations; processed weekly payroll for 200 employees.

· Assisted manager with all recruitment process, employee relations, benefits administration and training coordination and development.

Skills/Technologies

Bilingual (Fluent Spanish)

Effective communication / Problem Solving / Organization / Leadership / Public speaking

Group facilitation

Proficient in iCims, MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access; Paychex, JD Palatine, TalentWise, Westlaw, LexisNexis, QuickBooks, and Salesforce