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Kara K. Davis
Administrative Professional
Harrisburg,PA
Overview
20
years of professional experience
Summary
Enthusiastic Administrative Professional with expertise in anticipating professional needs and proactively identifying and resolving problems. Bringing fresh, creative energy with outside of the box, solution focused thinking to every project or challenge.
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Skills
- Office Administration
- Computer Proficiency (Office 365, G-Suite, Slack, CRM, Canva)
- Research & Data Analysis
- Social Media Management
- Workflow Optimization
- Executive Support
- Calendar Management
- Travel Coordination
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Company CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsFlexible work hoursWork History
FreelanceHarrisburg, PA
Journalist Researcher
05.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Expert research and data analysis
- Formulate in-depth questions for expert interview subjects for senior journalists
- Fact-checking and source verification
- Efficient workflow and schedule management
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Proficient in digital tools and databases
Pennsylvania Bar Association/Foundation
Foundation Administrator/PBA Development Officer
03.2023 - 02.2024
Job overview
- Successfully managed annual Silent Auction Fundraising campaign resulting in surpassing fundraising goal by more than 65%
- Developed sponsored stewardship committee increasing membership of young attorneys, nurturing relationships with donors, and fostering natural mentor relationships
- Cultivated positive relationships with Board of Directors, members, scholarship and award recipients
- Drove marketing initiatives to increase brand recognition which included re-branding and greater social media presence resulting in higher donor and member engagement
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient administrative systems and procedures
- Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration, resulting in increased efficiency and timely project completion.
Patchwork Kids
Early Childhood Educator
06.2022 - 03.2023
Job overview
- Supervised between 6 - 10 students based on licensing, administration and compliance standards to promote safe, clean and nurturing classroom environment
- Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes
- Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses and learning patterns
- Scheduled and directed field trips and hands-on activities to foster student learning and creativity
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
Capital Area Head Start
Head Start Associate Teacher
08.2021 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Assisted Lead teachers in development of lesson plans for 32 students in two classrooms according to students' overall needs
- Promoted physical, academic and social-emotional development implementing diverse classroom and outside activities
- Observed and documented student data
- Identified students in need of additional support and developed support strategies
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
Community Services Group
Behavioral Health Advisor
01.2021 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Provided direct care mental health services in residential mental health facility with no less than 16 beds in two separate facilities, including: Client assessment and intake on new admissions, developed treatment plans, case management including charting client's progress, and performed discharge procedures upon completion of program
- Facilitated on-site activities, support groups and outings for clients
- Counseled and mentored clients on life skills including basic household chores, shopping for and preparing food/meals, budgeting and managing finances, obtaining employment, and maintaining physical and mental health
- Assessed and maintained facility safety and cleanliness according to program standards.
Rod Goelz
Program Assistant
03.2019 - 10.2020
Job overview
- Provided administrative, marketing, and creative support for independent music educator, including: Development of music and wellness enrichment programs for individuals with special needs-children and adults, individuals in recovery from mental health challenges and substance abuse, as well as children of school age
- Marketing programs by performing market analysis, assessing opportunities, copywriting and editing, event planning, and collaboration with local non-profit organizations in program implementation
- Instructed music and wellness enrichment programs to groups of up to 20 individuals from various racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, cultural backgrounds, various lifestyles, experience, abilities, and interests.
HICO America
Administrative Assistant
12.2009 - 06.2013
Job overview
- Provide all facets of support to C-Suite Level Executives and Department Management including: Calendar and communication management
- Travel coordination and planning-international and domestic-to approximately 20 executives
- Conserve executive's time by reading, researching, collecting and analyzing information as needed, in advance
- Meeting/event coordination for office of 20-30 staff
- Successfully streamlined and managed workflow of complex technical manual creation by overhauling procedural protocol and implemented quality checks with multiple departments including engineering, project managers, and sales.
Software
G-Suite
Slack
Adobe CS
Canva
CRM Management (Bloomerang, SalesForce)
Education
H.A.C.C., Harrisburg, PA
Associate of Arts from Social Science
05.2017
Penn State University, World Campus
Continuing Education from Psychology
Millersville University, Millersville, PA
Bachelor of Arts from Social Work
Interests
Art
Philosophy
Psychology
Baking
Gardening
Graphic Design
Spirituality
Volunteer Work
Mentorship
Photography
Creative Writing & Poetry
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