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WELCOME
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Presenters
SARAH LIND is a Senior Community Employment Counselor at Employment Options and specializes in helping our clients find work in their local communities in the 47 states that we serve. Sarah has been with the company over 7 years.
LISA SEELEY is a Senior Employment Counselor at Employment Options for over 7 years who assists clients in finding Work at Home positions in the 47 states we serve. Lisa also is a participant in the Ticket to Work program and is a SSA Ticket to Work Success Story.
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How to Make Your Resume Employer Ready
Resumes that Get Results
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● How Resumes Can Open Door to an Interview
● How to Create a “Work at Home” Job Resume
● How to Create an “Onsite” Job Resume
● Help with Gaps in Employment
● Tips for Career Changes
Topics to be covered today
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Introduction
Purpose of a resume● To present relevant information and
accomplishments from your background
● To make an employer want to know more about you and contact you for an interview!
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Introduction
Purpose of a resume● Get the employer’s attention by
highlighting your skills, abilities, and experience that make you a great candidate
● Demonstrate you can do the job
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Introduction
Make every second count!If an actual human reviewsyour resume, they may only spend about 6 seconds to determine if you are a good fit
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General Tips
Practice the K.I.S.S. principle Keep It Short and Simple!
Your resume is not the place to tell your entire job history or life story
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General Tips
Eliminate clutter by
● Removing unnecessary information
● Getting rid of outdated information
Example
References available upon request
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General Tips
3 P’s of Resumes
Professional – Your resume should have no mistakes and represent you very well to help you get hired
Pretty – Your resume should look good
Pleased – You should be pleased with your resume and it should build your confidence!
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General Tips
● Your resume content is most important
● Your resume should also be well organized
● Cluttered resumes may end up in the out basket
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Resume Formatting Tips
● A one page resume is preferable
● For high-level positions a two page resume may be needed
● Streamline if your resume is three or more pages
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Resume Formatting Tips
● Font size should be 10 to 12 smaller fonts are hard to read
● Having larger fonts for things like your name stand out too much
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Resume Formatting Tips
● Margins usually default to 1 inch
● Margins can be changed to keep your resume to one page but less than .5 inch looks cramped
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Thomas Jeffers2052 Monticello Way
St. Petersburg, FL 33711 (727) 555-1212
OBJECTIVE Customer Service/Tech Support/Sales
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS • Excellent customer service skills• Experienced with high volume calls • Strong collections background• Proficient computer skills• Ability to navigate through multiple windows• Typing 50 WPM
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EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE Senior Collector, Bayside Hospital, Tampa, FL 03/2008-05/2011
● Consulted with patients to resolve their outstanding medical balances
● Directed patients to appropriate government programs ● Accommodated patients with financial assistance within
the hospital system
Collector, Medical Center, Tampa, FL 04/2005-02/2008● Reviewed patient accounts and developed payment
arrangements ● Educated and referred patients to various insurance and
financial assistance programs● Submitted patient’ medical claims to the billing department
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Resume Formatting Tips
● Calibri or Arial are appropriate fonts
● Times New Roman looks outdated
● Use the same font throughout your resume
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Resume Formatting Tips
● Use ALL CAPITAL and BOLD font styles for section headers
● Underlining headers or having a colon (:) after headers adds clutter
● Align section headers on the left margin
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Resume Formatting Tips
● Use bullets to highlight hard and soft skills, job responsibilities, and accomplishments
● Bullet items don’t need to be a complete sentence and a period is not needed
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Resume Formatting Tips
● Use bullets to draw attention to the most important information
● You don’t want employers to be “killed by bullets”reading yourresume!
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Resume Building Blocks
NAMECity, State, Zip(999) [email protected]
● Contact information on the left margin or centered depends on your preference
● Use bold type and all capital letters for your name if you want
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Resume Building Blocks
NAMECity, State, Zip(999) 999-9999
● Notice no street address used
● This can eliminate security concerns!
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● The words in red type are not needed
● Keep it simple and delete the clutter!!
SARAH LINDSt. Petersburg, FL 33777 Phone: (999) 999-9999Email: [email protected]
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Resume Building Blocks
Email address Do’s and Don’ts ● DON’T have an inappropriate email address
such as luv4u or sexysallye
● DO set up a separate email if needed for employment
● DO use gmail since employers view it as more professional and tech savvy
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Phone Do’s and Don’ts● DO make sure your phone number is correct-- call yourself
● DON’T have a voice message that sounds unprofessional to a prospective employer
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Resume Building Blocks
Summary or Objective?
● A Summary is used if you have an established career
● An Objective is for entry level job seekers or career changes
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OBJECTIVE
● An objective identifies your job goal and focuses on employers’ needs as well as your own
● Employers won’t pay attention if your objective is too wordy
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Resume Building Blocks
Objective Examples
Full-Time Customer Service Representative
Medical Office Clerk seeking a permanent part-time position
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SUMMARY
● Represents you for the type of position that you are applying for
● A statement with 1 to 3 sentences rather than a list of strengths or qualifications
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Summary Examples
Reliable and results-oriented Customer Service professional with 5 years experience assisting customers and resolving various issues.
Dedicated and highly organized Administrative Assistant with over 10 years experience managing multiple projects.
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Resume Building Blocks
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
● Include 3 to 7 bullets for your skills and qualifications that best match the type of job you are seeking
● Use descriptive words to catch the employer’s attention!
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Example
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS • Strong customer service experience
• Excellent communications skills—verbal and written
• Experienced with navigating multiple windows
• Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite, Windows, Internet
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Resume Building Blocks
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
● All employers are interested in recent work history--approximately 10 years
● For work from home resumes you need to show relevant customer service experience
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Resume Building Blocks
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
If your experience most relevant to your job goals is more than 10-15 years ago you could add a section
PRIOR RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Then summarize your experience without dates but showing the total years of experience
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Resume Building Blocks
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
● Lead with your job title to emphasize your experience
● The company name can be in bold type if the name is recognizable
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EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
● Community employers want both month and year for employment dates
● Placing dates to the right makes them less prominent
Job Title, Company Name, City, State 08/2009-10/2011
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EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
● If you had two jobs with the same company, combine them under that company name
● This is usually the only reason to put the company name first
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Resume Building Blocks
XYZ Corporation, City, State 08/2009-10/2014Account Manager• Managed 35 client accounts • Promoted to Account Manager in 6 months Customer Service Representative • Provided customer service • Converted 96% of clients to Gold Key accounts
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EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Responsibilities & Achievements
● List 2 to 7 of your major responsibilities and achievements under each job in your experience section
● This is not a separate section
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EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Responsibilities & Achievements
● This list with bullets shows an employer what you can do
● Use action words not phrases like “Responsible for…”
Resume Building Blocks
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EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Achievements
● One way to highlight achievements is to use italics
● Quantify accomplishments whenever possible
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EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Achievements
● Use numbers for exceeding quotas, increasing sales, saving money
● Show how many people you supervised, how large the payroll you processed
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EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Responsibilities & Achievements
Example
Payroll Clerk, Options Inc, 01/2011-11/2015• Processed payroll for over 200 employees • Streamlined payroll processes, which saved
$13K annually
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Resume Building Blocks
EDUCATION● Include pertinent education
● If you completed a real estate program, but your goal is in the medical field, you probably don’t want to include that information
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EDUCATION● No need to show dates for degrees or
programs since it may invite age discrimination
● If you are a recent graduate or to fill a gap you may want to include the date
● If you are still working on a degree show when you expect to receive it
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LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS● Include any current applicable
licenses or certifications
● Former licenses or certifications can be included if relevant
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Work from Home Resume Tips
● The market for remote jobs can be super competitive
● You need to create a work from home resume that stands out and gets you noticed
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Work from Home Resume Tips
● Most resumes don’t get seen by human eyes
● Your resume is first processed by an applicant tracking system (ATS)
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Work from Home Resume Tips
● The tracking system detects keywords
● The job announcement is where you find specific keywords to include in your resume
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Job Description Key Skills - Keywords
Home Agent - Customer Service Rep (MEO-528E)
Job Description: Taking calls for customers of a leading national cable, Internet, and telephone company. Taking inquiries from customers. May involve soft sales.
Minimum Requirements: Ability to multi-task. Several years customer service preferred. Excellent computer skills; ability to navigate multiple screens and programs.
Other Requirements:• Computer literacy, not afraid of new technology.• Able to download programs and email file attachments.• Skilled using chat and instant message communications.• Able to toggle between multiple windows.• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
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Resume Tips
● Be sure to spell check and proofread everything before you
send your resume! ● Have someone look over your resume for spelling or other errors
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Resume Tips
● Minimize the "job-hopper" imageIf you had several short-term jobs, including contract jobs, you can combine similar jobs into one section
● Don't discount a job, even if it was short term, if you acquired important skills or experience
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Resume Tips
The resume example in the next slide is a client who worked hostess and front desk positions
She got hired for a help desk support position making much better pay!
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EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Hospitality Positions, 08/2014-Present Currently with Fairfield Inn, Tampa, FL • Greet and provide services to guests• Schedule reservations and answer
inquiries• Answer phones and take messages
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Resume Tips
● Different resumes may be needed for various positions
● Be sure your objective or summary and your skills sections demonstrate your abilities and experience for identified positions
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Resume Tips
● Don’t use first person “I” or “me” in your resume
● Employers know your resume is about you and your experience
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Resume Tips
Describe your previous work experience in past tense
Examples• Efficiently resolved billing issues• Maintained accurate client database
Only your current job should be written in the present tense
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Resume Tips
Spell out acronyms, avoid jargon, identify the type of software you used, etc.
Examples
• Coordinated Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) compliance
• Computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Avionte staffing and recruiting software, eEmpACT staffing software
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Resume Tips
● Leave off ethnic, political, or religious affiliations that could invite discrimination
● Don't include affiliations unless they support your job goals
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Resume Tips
● Don’t include personal information on your resume such as marital status
● If you are an individual with a disability, don’t disclose your disability on your resume
● The Americans with Disabilities Act puts the law on your side—you do not have to disclose your disability
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Gaps in Employment
● You want to address the gap if you haven’t worked in paid employment for over a year
● Most people have been doing something while they were not employed
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Gaps in Employment
● Have you been doing volunteer work, being a homemaker, or caring for a family member?
● Are you an ebay seller or doing odd jobs?
● Have you been a student?
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Gaps in Employment
Example
Homemaker, 3/2004-11/2009• Managed household including budgeting and
paying bills• Purchased food and supplies and handled
household repairs and vehicle maintenance • Organized and coordinated schedules for
family members
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Gaps in Employment
Example
Personal Caregiver, 4/2014-9/2017• Provided personal care for family member• Handled all financial business for family
member• Scheduled family member’s appointments
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Gaps in Employment
● The majority of employers count volunteer and internship experience
● The federal government definitely credits this experience
● No need to note that it was unpaid work
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Gaps in Employment
Example
Medical Education Researcher (Intern)University Medical Center, New York 1/2011-6/2011• Assisted in planning a research study • Independently recruited and interviewed study participants
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Career Changes
● Use your resume to emphasize skills, abilities, and education you will utilize in your new career
● Identify your skills that would be transferable to new types of jobs
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Career Changes
A food server has experience in customer service and sales
Example
• Resolving issues with orders and upselling additional menu items
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Career Changes
● Learn the language of your new career field
● Find ways to include keywords in your resume
● Always put your strongest points first on your resume!
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Sample Resumes
● Below are sample resumes, one each for work from home jobs and for community employment
● Note that while they are set up on two slides they are actually one page resumes
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SAMPLE WORK FROM HOME RESUME
Sally C. SmithKissimmee, FL 34740
(407) [email protected]
CORE QUALIFICATIONS● Highly experienced customer service professional● Skilled with multi-tasking and navigating multiple windows● Proficient with telephone communications● Computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Windows, Internet
WORK EXPERIENCE Sales and Customer Care Representative (Telecommute), CenturyLink 2015-Present
● Answer incoming calls and resolve customer issues including billing, ordering products, taking payments● Multi-task utilizing several software systems and screens simultaneously● Sell TV, internet, and phone products and services
Work at Home Customer Service Agent, TeleTech 2013-2014● Answered incoming calls from Fortune 500 companies● Handled customer care needs including taking orders, problem solving, customer satisfaction● Utilized WorkBooth software and managed multiple screens to handle customer care
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SAMPLE WORK FROM HOME RESUME (cont.)
Office Administrator, Popps Prosthetic Orthotic Corp, West Palm Beach, FL 2006-2007● Managed all accounting functions including accounts payable and accounts receivable● Coordinated with medical insurance providers such as Medicare and Medicaid● Utilized various office software including Microsoft Word and Excel, QuickBooks Pro● Ensured a comfortable environment for both customers and employees
Car Rental Agent, Alamo Car Rental, West Palm Beach, FL 2006-2007● Provided outstanding customer service and responded quickly to needs and complaints● Practiced listening skills to obtain for customer’s needs and budget● Communicated detailed contracts, rental policies, and procedures● Marketed and suggested upgrades and high-level amenities
EDUCATION
Certificates for Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel, West Palm Beach Job Readiness Training Center Medicaid Billing Procedures, Medicaid Training Center Certified TV, Radio Announcer and Voice Over Artist, Connecticut School of Broadcasting High School Diploma, West Palm Beach High School
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SAMPLE COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT RESUMENANCY JONES7777 Clover Leaf DriveBirmingham, AL 35217 (205) 572-3345 [email protected]
SUMMARY & KEY SKILLS Self-motivated and detail-oriented Office Support professional with comprehensive office experience, advanced clerical skills, and commitment to completing administrative tasks with accuracy and within deadlines.
● Strong communication skills to listen attentively and effectively convey information verbally and in writing● Exceptional telephone etiquette and proficient with assisting callers in a variety of situations● Ability to adapt to changing business needs and meet deadlines● Skilled with assessing customers’ needs and ensuring customers receive needed services● Computer skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, database programs, data entry, Typing 50 WPM
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE Office Assistant I, County Personnel Board, Birmingham, AL February 2013-October 2016
● Answered questions and resolved complaints, routed customers to appropriate departments● Administered written examinations to applicants, scored, compiled, and finalized exam scores● Entered data into systems and established employment registers
Clerk (Seasonal), United States Postal Service, Birmingham, AL November 2012-December 2012
● Verified mail to ensure the sorting process was accurate● Dispatched mail according to separating plans and dispatching schedules
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SAMPLE COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT RESUME (cont.)
Rural Carrier Associate, United States Postal Service, Birmingham, AL August 2011-September 2012● Prepared mail for delivery, recorded address changes, and routed mail to correct destinations● Signed for COD and registered mail, obtained signed receipts for registered, certified and insured mail● Answered customers’ questions about postal services and regulations● Sold stamps, money orders, provided change of address cards and other forms all while on daily route
PRIOR RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Administrative Assistant-Volunteer Services, University of Alabama Medical Center, Birmingham, AL 3 years
● Managed 80 volunteers throughout the hospital, created a positive environment, and instilled a high work ethic which boosted volunteers’ morale
● Provided administrative support to department including preparing correspondence, weekly reports, scheduling and coordinating meetings, and maintaining records
EDUCATION Associate of Arts-Business Administration, Lawson State Community College, Birmingham, AL High School Diploma, Wylie E. Groves High School, Birmingham, AL
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Employment Options Inc. is an authorized Employment
Network in the Social Security Ticket To Work program.
We Provide Free Work at Home and Onsite job placement
services
● In 47 states
● To qualified persons ages 18-64
● Who receive SSDI or SSI (non retirement) benefits
Our Company
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★ 20 years of Expertise
★ Long Standing Employer Partnerships
★ Personal Job Counselor Assistance
★ Benefits Specialist On Staff
★ Many Staff are TTW Participants
★ We Practice the Personal Touch
Ticket to Work - Why Choose Us!
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Visit our website:MyEmploymentOptions.com
To find out if you qualify for our work from home or onsite positions and you can find job descriptions online too!
To find out if you qualify for our program, complete our application online @https://www.myemploymentoptions.com/apply-now/
For More Information
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Questions & Answers
We will address some of the questions we received that were not already answered in our presentation
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Questions & Answers
Q: Ingrid from Massachusetts asked: How to make resumes for each job that you are applying easier without having to rewrite an entire resume?
A: Have a “General Resume” and edit as needed when applying to each job. Ensure keywords are used to acknowledge the job description.
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Questions & Answers
Q: Carroll from Missouri had this question: Is it important to list all jobs when filling out a resume?
A: It is recommended that you list only your most recent employers and positions relevant to the job your applying for.
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Questions & Answers
Q: Becky from Tennessee asked: How do you handle making a resume for a client who only has one past job?
A: Make that job stand out! Highlight the responsibilities and skills used to complete tasks. Education can enhance a resume and volunteer jobs and community activities can supplement paid employment.
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Q: Maria from New York had this question: What is the best resume to use Classic or Modern?
A: The tips we provided combine the best of both Classic and Modern resume styles. For example, using a Summary vs. Objective is Modern. Also using fonts like Calibri or Arial gives your resume Modern style. Many of the resume basics we recommend are Classic and they are still preferred by employers!
Questions & Answers
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Q: Greg from New Hampshire wanted to know: How to create a great FUNCTIONAL resume?
A: A functional resume can work for people with limited job experience because it focuses on skills vs. chronological work history. Functional resumes can showcase experience without highlighting that the skills come one or two jobs. But employers don’t always welcome functional resumes.
Questions & Answers
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SAMPLE FUNCTIONAL RESUME
Administrative Support
● Enter personal, demographic, and health records data and update as needed
● Set up new client files and scan documents for electronic files
● Coordinate meeting set up for staff and visitors
● Prepare correspondence and reports
Medical File CoordinatIon
● Enter personal, demographic, and health records data and update as needed
● Set up new client files and scan documents for electronic files
● Review medical records for completeness and maintain alpha/numerical file systems
● Obtain authorizations and request updated health and medical records
● Scan documents to transition to electronic records
Customer Service
● Greet and assist clients and customers, answer calls, and assist or direct callers
● Manage high call volumes with tact and professionalism
● Maintain patience and professionalism when resolving customer complaints
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
Program Support, Goodwill Industries, Chicago, IL 02/2016-Present
File Assistant, Noble Charter School, Chicago, IL 10/2015-12/2015
Customer Service Representative, Dial America Marketing, Lombard, IL 10/2008-4/2010
Medical File Coordinator, Northshore Orthopedics, Chicago, IL 6/2004-3/2006
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Resources for Resume Tips
EMPLOYMENT OPTIONS: The Ultimate Resource for Job Seekers with Disabilities and other Challenges
by Paula Reuben Vieillet, MA, CVE
https://www.myemploymentoptions.com/resources/referral-resources/
Inquire at your local library
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