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Alison Durnan

Thomaston

Summary

Compassionate and organized professional with experience in customer relationship management and team coordination. Skilled in conflict resolution and providing emotional support, contributing to clients' well-being and overall satisfaction.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Caregiver

Thomaston Manor
Thomaston
02.2025 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
  • Organized and scheduled appointments for medical visits and social activities.
  • Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
  • Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
  • Administered prescribed medications on a timely basis following care plan instructions.
  • Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
  • Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
  • Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.

Pet Groomer

Good Boy Grooming
Thomaston
01.2021 - 07.2024
  • Groomed dogs using clippers, scissors, and brushes for various breeds.
  • Bathed pets with specialized shampoos to maintain hygiene and coat health.
  • Assisted clients in selecting grooming services tailored to their pet's needs.
  • Maintained cleanliness of grooming area and equipment after each session.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth daily operations and scheduling.
  • Educated customers on proper home care techniques such as brushing, bathing and nail trimming between visits.
  • Greeted customers and their pets upon arrival for grooming services.
  • Assisted in the selection of appropriate shampoos, conditioners and other grooming products for each pet's individual needs.
  • Ensured safety of all animals while they were in the salon environment by keeping them secure at all times.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when dealing with difficult or irate customers.
  • Managed inventory levels of supplies necessary for successful operation of the business.
  • Maintained accurate records of all services rendered to clients' pets.
  • Scheduled grooming and veterinary appointments for animals.
  • Handled inbound customer inquiries and provided accurate information.
  • Resolved customer complaints through effective communication and problem-solving skills.

United States Marine

United States Marine Corps, USMC
Marietta
10.2020 - 04.2022
  • Operated and maintained various military equipment for training missions.
  • Collaborated with team members to execute tactical operations effectively.
  • Conducted safety inspections to ensure compliance with military standards.
  • Assisted in planning and executing field training exercises for unit readiness.
  • Coordinated logistics for troop movements and supply distribution during exercises.
  • Engaged in physical fitness training to maintain peak performance standards.
  • Implemented communication protocols to enhance team coordination during missions.
  • Coordinated logistics support for various field operations.

Receptionist

Palmyra Surgical
Macon
01.2020 - 03.2020
  • Greeted visitors warmly and directed them to appropriate personnel.
  • Managed multi-line phone system, routing calls efficiently to departments.
  • Scheduled appointments and maintained calendars for office staff.
  • Processed incoming and outgoing mail, ensuring timely distribution.
  • Maintained a clean and organized reception area for a welcoming environment.
  • Assisted with administrative tasks, including data entry and filing documents.
  • Handled inquiries in-person and via email, providing accurate information promptly.
  • Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
  • Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
  • Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.

Education

High School Diploma -

Jones County High School
Gray, GA
04-2020

Skills

  • Customer relationship management
  • Client advocacy
  • Team coordination
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Reliability and punctuality

Timeline

Caregiver

Thomaston Manor
02.2025 - Current

Pet Groomer

Good Boy Grooming
01.2021 - 07.2024

United States Marine

United States Marine Corps, USMC
10.2020 - 04.2022

Receptionist

Palmyra Surgical
01.2020 - 03.2020

High School Diploma -

Jones County High School
Alison Durnan