Christen Barker

Experience

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  Rexel

  Sept 2004 - Oct 2007

  A/R-Admin Asst

  Answered multi-line phone system for several departmentsRouting calls to and from the appropriate individual in a timely manner Greeting customers or vendorsCoordinating daily schedules of employeesProcessing various billing and order follow up functions on a computer business systemResponsible for Accounts Receivable/Payable for 4 Branches in the areaResponsible for filing, invoicing, correspondence, customer service, and mail room dutiesOrdered and distributed office and corporate suppliesResponsible for office equipment. and facilities; schedule conference/training rooms and equipmentResponsible for completing special projects for Salesmen in a timely manner Show less

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  R. B. Hunt Consulting

  Dec 2007 - Apr 2009

  Executive Secretary/GPS Technician

  Executive Secretary duties included answering phones, accounts receivable/payable, supply ordering, filing, correspondence, coordinating travel and supervision of sub-contractorsGPS Technician duties included new well location survey, pipeline survey and various field work using TDS Nomad, Trimble Pathfinder Pro XRS,Garmin Nuvi and Magellan Roadmate

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  Olan Mills Portrait Studio

  Apr 2009 - Jul 2010

  Studio Manager

  Plan, schedule, and coordinate day-to-day work activities to ensure that the studio is adequately staffed, that work is assigned and resources are available Maintained key contact relationship with Host store manager and appropriate Host store Department headsEnsured excellent service on consistent basis; resolved problems related to transactions handled by the StudioStrengthened and built studio’s customer baseManaged 3 employeesTook portraits of children and families, creating memories for a lifetimeSales; both prepaid packages and at time of photography Show less

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  VF Outlet

  Aug 2011 - Sept 2012

  Part-Time Retail Service Associate

  Clothing retail salesSales, customer service desk, fitting room, and stockingGreeting customers and determining their specific needs Handling customers problems with patience and sensitivityFollowing up and encouraging repeat business with customers

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  PACS-Senior Activity Center

  Sept 2012 - May 2014

  Center Director-Aging Coordinator

  Monitored all aspects of the Regional Senior Citizens Center and its Satellite. Oversaw the county home delivered meal program, homemaking, personal care, transportation services, and many additional programs. Responsible for seeing all program needs were met for the clients and within budget restraints every fiscal year. Developed personal relationships with every individual to ensure accuracy and efficacy of delivery of programsIncreased the participation and recognition within the center and assisted other organizations in their endeavors. Management, Planner, Liaison, and Fundraiser. Show less

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  Prestige Pointe-Memory Care Assisted Living

  Oct 2016 - Mar 2018

  Director of Life Enrichment

  Organized, implemented, evaluated, and directed the overall operation of the community activities and programs.Assist resident preferences and developed a program of opportunities and activities that are meaningful to the residents to serve and enhance their sense of well-being.Assisted Marketing Director in development and coordination of marketing and community relation events. Ensured that all documentation adhere to the best practices and regulations.Maintain communication with family members regarding level of participation in programs.Provided information to the Executive Director and the Director of Nursing regarding the resident's participation and abilities in order to assess with the development of a personalized care plan. Provided guidance and acted as a resource to staff on the importance of Life Enrichment and other areas regarding the quality of life for the residents. Specialized in Memory Care: provided constant training in Dementia and Montessori style activities and care. Coordinated a dynamic and active volunteer program. Provided overall leadership and management and life enrichment assistants and care staff. Assisted in the hiring and recruitment process.Drove vehicles whenever needed and supervise resident outings. Coordinated and produced newsletters. Co-facillated an Alzheimer's Association monthly support group. I used a Dementia based Montessori Style program for my activities. I believe in staying in my resident's reality. I like to say that I am the "Magic Maker" or at least a "Quality of Life Champion". Show less

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  Emerald Place-Enlivant

  Jul 2018 - Oct 2021

  Life Enrichment Coordinator/LEC Mentor

  Developed a Life Enrichment program based on the resident's interests, needs, and abilities, enhancing their wellness and quality of life.Created a Life Enrichment calendar that highlights the scheduled activities, events, and outings, while focusing on the seven dimensions of wellnessEstablished and maintained a volunteer program through recruiting and provides training and support for the volunteersCompleted new resident and quarterly assessments to identify the residents’ interestsDrove vehicle whenever needed and supervise resident outings.Coordinated and produced newsletters.Provided information to the Executive Director and the Director of Nursing regarding the resident'sparticipation and abilities, to assess with the development of a personalized care plan.Southern Indiana Life Enrichment Mentor: Trained new coordinators and pumped up and assisted current coordinators. Show less

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  Brickyard Healthcare

  Feb 2022 - now

  Director of Activities