sarah bowman updated resume september 2016 (1)
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SARAH LOU BOWMAN
Owensboro, KY 42303 [email protected]
Career Objective Young professional seeking an opportunity to enhance the lives of members in my community.
EducationBachelors of Social Work Western Kentucky University (Anticipated, August 2017) Associate of Arts (Human Services/Social Work) Owensboro Community and Technical College (May 2015)
Leadership/Professional DevelopmentWestern Kentucky University’s EDGE Professional Development Program (September 2016-Current)
Departmental Advisory Council-Student Representative (September 2016-Current)
Bachelors of Social Work Departmental subcommittee
Kids Outdoor Adventures Committee (September 2016-Current)
Audubon Area Community Services Head Start Policy Council – Area 1 Alternate Representative (August 2016-Current)
Health Services Advisory Committee
National Honor Society for Success and Leadership (August 2016-Current)
Executive Board member (Secretary) (January 2017-Current)
Women in Support of Education (W.I.S.E) (August 2016-Current)
Social Work Student Union Ambassador (August 2015-Current) Collaborate with community resources and companies to formulate plans for
improvement/promotion Develop agendas for monthly meetings Continue to seek opportunities for volunteerism Recruit volunteers for various activities Mentor incoming junior cohort members to continue the union’s activities
Western Kentucky University’s Leadershape Institute Program (May 2016) Received certification of graduation Themes incorporated within this program included: Building community, valuing
the power of all, challenging what is, looking to what could be, bringing vision to reality, living and leading with integrity, and staying in action
Western Kentucky University’s Dynamic Leadership Institute Program (April 2016) Received certification of completion of the four phases Topics included: Personality in leadership, effective communication, diversity
awareness, problem solving, emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and leadership style
Western Kentucky University Dean’s List (Spring 2016-Current)
Work ExperienceOwensboro Community and Technical College TRiO Program, Peer Mentor (February 2016- Current)
Assist first generation, low-income, and disabled students with their transition to college by linking them to the broader campus community and resources
Prioritize students’ studies and make plans to be successful Conduct bi-monthly sessions with Trio "mentees" to assess their progress and
areas for improvement Maintain a trusting and friendly environment for students' engagement Identify barriers to academic success and develop plans to address them
Target Corporation, Stock Associate (October 2015-January 2017)
Presented with the “You Award” (May 2016)o Award given to employee based on their community involvement,
volunteerism activities, and performance while on the job. Managed stock room’s cleanliness, organization, and amount of stock Merchandised, priced, and stocked products Provided and promoted electronic services and resources for top-quality
customer service Formulated merchandise in a systematic manner to promote sales
United States Postal Service, Rural Carrier Associate (October 2013- September 2015)
Delivered mail/parcels to appropriate destinations while maintaining a clean driving record
Utilized strong interpersonal skills to deliver courteous and tactful customer service
Operated barcode scanners, GPS devices, and other appropriate equipment
KB's Kid Zone, Child Care Provider (March 2013- October 2013)
Provided care to 8-10 children simultaneously Prepared meals/snacks Supervised recreational activities while executing a safe environment Recognized and reported any sign of physical or emotional abuse First aid or CPR certification
Owensboro Medical Health System, Certified Nurse Assistant (August 2012- March 2013)
Complied with all HIPAA rules and regulations Mastered strong clinical skills in areas such as recording vital signs, providing
pre- operative and post- operative care, and other such nursing assistant tasks Actively involved in work-related meetings, in-services, or classes
Wellington Parc (Certified Nurse Assistant, September 2011- August 2012)
Assisted residents in activities of daily living Initiated specific care/assistance for each resident based on his/her care plan Participated in company’s in-service meetings
Conferences AttendedFor the Child Conference (April 2016)
Volunteer ActivitiesNew Beginnings (May 2016)
Assisted as a Western Kentucky University Social Work Student Ambassador at the Diamond Dash 5k hosted by New Beginnings
Collaborated with multiple companies and organizations to raise funds, recruit volunteers/racers, and promote the race
Negotiated with three dining establishments in our community to host fundraiser nights for this organization--10% of all food proceeds raised went directly to New Beginnings
Presented Target Corporation with an idea to organize a bake sale with their employees throughout the week of the race. The HR director also agreed to donate enough bottles of water and nutritional snacks for 350 runners.
Assisted with the registration process to make sure all runners were equipped with their shirts and numbered bibs
Junior Achievement (April 2016)
Directly participated with program manager to create nurturing environments for Burns Middle School students in economic enrichment activities
Co-facilitated a lesson tailored to teach middle school students the importance of economic planning
Wayland Elementary School (April 2016)
Constructed a bridge activity program to expose elementary school students to the college environment
Toured a group of 30 kindergarteners around the Owensboro Community and Technical College campus
Led story time and conducted a crafting period
VFW Auxiliary (December 2004-December 2005)
Established a positive atmosphere for the VFW Auxiliary children's Christmas party
Assisted in distributing gifts to the children, serving food and drinks, set-up and cleanup duty
ReferencesAvailable upon request