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Work History
Education
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Certification
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David Barnes

David Barnes

Collins

Summary

I, David Barnes, am a dedicated and ambitious man of God with great communication and time management skills. I embrace positive relationships and maintain a dependable and trustworthy attitude. I am seeking to apply my academic background in Industrial-Organizational Psychology to help organizations thrive. I also have direct experience in the mental health field, which has strengthened my understanding of human behavior and support systems. Furthermore, as a former collegiate athlete, I bring strong leadership qualities and the ability to be a true team player.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Supported Employment Specialist

Region 8 Mental Health Center
Mendenhall
07.2022 - Current
  • Established relationships with local businesses to identify potential employment opportunities for clients who are ready for competitive integrated employment settings.

Painter

Howard Industry
Ellisville
04.2020 - 08.2020
  • Used ladders and scaffolds to reach high walls and ceilings.
  • Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns, or other equipment.
  • Prepared surfaces by washing, scraping, sanding, and patching holes.
  • Wore protective clothing such as masks, respirators and gloves.
  • Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.

Assembly Line Production Worker

Southern Hens
Moselle
02.2020 - 04.2020
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.

Utility Worker

Sanderson Farm
Collins
05.2018 - 08.2018
  • Assisted in training employees on proper use of equipment related to utility operations.
  • Conducted safety inspections on all equipment used in the operation of utilities.
  • Created detailed reports on completed projects for management review.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on utility system components.
  • Maintained and operated pumps, valves, compressors, boilers, turbines and related equipment.
  • Responded to emergency situations as needed.
  • Disassembled, cleaned, inspected, repaired, reassembled and tested machinery components.
  • Monitored utility system performance using computerized control systems.

Grocery Store Stocker

Ramey's Marketplace
Seminary
11.2017 - 05.2018
  • Responded quickly to customer requests for assistance with finding items in the store.
  • Checked expiration dates on food items and removed outdated products promptly.
  • Faced off product on shelves to make them look attractive.
  • Served as a backup cashier during peak hours when needed.

Education

Master of Science - Industrial And Organizational Psychology

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
11-2024

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

MILLSAPS COLLEGE
Jackson, MS
05-2022

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Southwest Mississippi Community College
Summit, MS
12-2019

Skills

  • Employee recruitment
  • Talent development
  • Team collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Employer engagement
  • Job readiness
  • Transition planning
  • Employment counseling
  • Workplace accommodation
  • Benefits planning
  • Individualized planning
  • Job matching
  • Emotional support
  • Employer relations

Certification

  • CERTIFIED COMMUNITY SUPPORT SPECIALIST IN THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI

Languages

English
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Supported Employment Specialist

Region 8 Mental Health Center
07.2022 - Current

Painter

Howard Industry
04.2020 - 08.2020

Assembly Line Production Worker

Southern Hens
02.2020 - 04.2020

Utility Worker

Sanderson Farm
05.2018 - 08.2018

Grocery Store Stocker

Ramey's Marketplace
11.2017 - 05.2018

Master of Science - Industrial And Organizational Psychology

Southern New Hampshire University

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

MILLSAPS COLLEGE

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Southwest Mississippi Community College
David Barnes