Rodney Averett, MSM SHRM-SCP

Experience

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  Detroit Regional Chamber

  Sept 2002 - May 2008

  Program Manager, Leadership Detroit, 2004-2008Directly involved in all aspects of Leadership Detroit, a program designed to enhance leadership skills andprovide greater awareness of key issues in the Detroit region for a diverse group of business professionals. Managed program logistics, selection and recruitment, delivery of graduate programs and services for a yearlong Community Leadership Development program. Coordinated program related volunteer projects and committees with high level corporate and political leaders.Worked in conjunction with IT and Marketing staffs of the Chamber in managing the content, style, and presence of Leadership Detroit online.Coordinated the production and development of marketing materials; managed production of Leadership Detroit directory.Assisted with budget planning and was responsible for controlling program expenses; stayed successfully within budget parameters every fiscal year.Planned, budgeted, and implemented graduate programs for Leadership Detroit alumni. Show less Account Manager: 2002-2004Maintained and implemented strategies for customer service, customer relationships, and member retentionActively solicited involvement in Chamber's products, events and services to increase membership retention; maintained a member retention percentage of over 80 percent. Successfully managed 2764 membership accounts worth nearly $930,000 in annual membership dues.Revamped and successfully managed the Chamber's Executive Exchange program.Directly involved in the success of the Chamber's Small Business Conference, 100th Anniversary, membership receptions, and other Chamber events. Show less

  • Program Manager-Leadership Detroit

    Sept 2004 - May 2008

  • Account Manager

    Sept 2002 - Nov 2004
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  Southfield Career Center-MichiganWorks!

  Mar 2011 - May 2011

  Employment and Training Specialist Intern

  Pre-screened and determined eligibility of applicants for Federal Trade Adjustment Assistance Program.Interviews participants for interests, goals and abilitiesCompletes forms for eligibility for programsRefers participants to appropriate employment and training programs, resources and services.Completed case notes and maintaining records of services provided to participantDatabase management. Completing statistics for reporting employment activityFiles records and reporting forms.Applied knowledge of laws governing employment practices and procedures of public and private employers. Show less

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  Phoenix Children's Hospital

  May 2016 - Dec 2017

  Contract-Employment Coordinator

  Employment Coordinator II, Apex Systems-Phoenix Children's Hospital, Phoenix, AZ, May 2016-December 2017 Sourced medical specific and conventional career sources for qualified candidates to apply to open positions. Reviewed new applications in the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) for candidates who have applied to positions. Performed initial screening of candidates, scheduled interviews, sourced candidates, processed I-9 and E-Verify forms. Delivered new hire orientation Position Show less

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  Credibly

  Jan 2018 - Aug 2018

  Contract Robert Half International-Talent Acquisition Specialist

  Contract-Talent Acquisition Specialist, Robert Half Intl-Credibly, Troy, MI January 2018-August 2018Evaluate and screen potential hires and assist them through the interview and hiring process.• Conduct interviews and make hiring recommendations on the basis of both qualification and culture fit.• Develop social media and event-based recruiting opportunities to identify applicants and secure referrals.• Become familiar with each department’s needs and operations and structure interview processes that are consistent and most effective for each department.• Conduct new employee orientations; providing information to employees regarding benefits and relevant business policies.• Timely completion of new hire paperwork and creation of employee records Show less

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  Lakeshore Legal Aid

  Aug 2018 - Jul 2019

  Human Resources and Development Assistant

  Human Resources and Development Assistant, Lakeshore Legal Aid, Warren, MI August 2018-August 2019In a dual role, I am responsible for providing administrative support to both the Human Resources Manager and the Director of Development for a non-profit law firm that provides legal assistance to low income and elderly individuals.• Posting job ads and organizing resumes.• Administering pre-employment job-related testing to potential candidates.• Scheduling job interviews and assisting in interview process.• Ensured background and reference checks are completed.• Assisting the HR Manager with HR projects (meetings, training, etc.).• Handled multiple social media outlets for the organization.• Other human resources/marketing duties as assigned.• Innovated and Improved the efficiency of Applicant tracking without having an ATS System.• Position Eliminated due to Organizational Restructuring. Show less

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  Southwest Solutions

  Sept 2019 - Mar 2021

  Employment Specialist

  Southwest Solutions Inc., Detroit, MI September 2019-PresentThe Employment Specialist is responsible for carrying out the services of the supported employment program by assisting consumers in obtaining and maintaining employment that is consistent with their vocational goals and recovery.•Engages consumers and establishes trusting, collaborative relationships directed toward the goal of competitive employment in integrated settings.•Assists consumers in job development and job search activities directed toward positions that are consistent with the needs and interests of consumers on his/ her caseload, following the principles and procedures of supported employment.•Provide Individualized, time unlimited follow along services to assist consumers in sustaining employment•Education and support to employer, as agreed upon by the consumer, which may include negotiating job accommodations and follow along contact with the employer•Meet regularly with treatment team members to coordinate and integrate vocational services into mental health treatment Show less

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  AutoZone

  Mar 2021 - Dec 2022

  Regional Human Resources Manager
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  Big Boy Restaurant Group, LLC

  Aug 2023 - now

  Human Resources Specialist