I am determined and have the passion to strive, protect, and preserve our water, air and earth by keeping them free of contaminants and pollutants. Use appropriate technological means possible to determine the sources of pollution and take measures to reduce potentially harmful environmental effects. Have a strong desire to support the mission of protecting public health and the environment.Over 3 years of experience in the field of Environmental Science emphasizing in RCRA with exposure of both hazardous wastes and clean up programs. Experienced in conducting routine surveys, studies, inspections, and/or investigations relating to the improvement and/or monitor-ing of environmental conditions, and/or the enforcement of environmental laws/regulations; does other related duties.Excel under pressure in deadline driven environment with superior interpersonal communication skills.
1. JERRY AGYEI MENSAH
Mobile: 973-704-3595
jam47@njit.edu
EXPERIENCESUMMARY
Over 3 years of experience in the field of Environmental Science emphasizing in RCRA with
exposure of both hazardous wastes and clean up programs. Experienced in conducting routine
surveys, studies, inspections, and/or investigations relating to the improvement and/or
monitoring of environmental conditions, and/or the enforcement of environmental
laws/regulations; does other related duties. Demonstrated success in client and project
development while leading teams to develop safe, practical, and cost-effective solutions for
issues related to household waste cleanups. Excel under pressure in deadline driven environment
with superior interpersonal communication skills.
EDUCATION
MS, Environmental Science, New Jersey Institute of Technology, 2016
BS, Health Sciences, New Jersey City University, 2014
TRAINING
CPR/FIRST AID
2013- Present Universal Institute Rehab, Livingston, New Jersey
Facilitator
Description
Universal Institute offers clients a wide range of residential opportunities, which includes
Community Residences (also known as “Group Homes”). The residential program combines an
aggressive therapy program during the day with a concentration on “Activities of Daily Living”
(ADL’s) and community re-entry in the evening and on weekends. Assist the elderly or
physically disabled move from room to room around their homes. Helps adults with
developmental disorders learn to make a budget and complete basic household tasks. Meets with
family to discuss needs of patients.
• Oversees any required rehabilitation exercise
• Administer medication and ensures that individuals take them.
• Support individuals in maintaining their independence and
empowering them to become integrated members of their
communities.
• Establish a therapeutic milieu and deliver effective treatment
services through positive behavioral supports and
professionalism.
• Responsible for the care and supervisor of 4-8 individuals
living in a community residence.
• Train residents in improving Adult Daily Living and
Independent Living skills as per the IHP and any/all related
behavior or medical requirements.
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• Assist consumers who need support to lead self-directed lives
and to participate fully in our communities.
• Provide counseling to all residents with guidance from the
Home Manager or Senior Manager.
• Attend regular meetings as indicated by Home Manager to
discuss the programs, residents and related matters.
• Provide daily reporting to ensure all parties are fully informed.
• Provide in-home, one to one supervision to clients who are
identified as having developmental disabilities and behavioral
challenges.
2011-2012 Solgar, Inc. Lyndhurst, New Jersey
Clean Room Custodian
• Verifies accuracy of labeling on outgoing shipments.
• Oversees the assembling, testing, inspecting, and packaging
medical devices per work instructions using a variety of
assembly equipment, fixtures, and test equipment.
• Follow detailed assembly instructions, processes, and
procedures to correctly assemble medical devices.
• Comply with the policies, guidelines, and regulatory
requirements of the company’s Quality System.
• Report problems with quality, processes, equipment, or
materials to the production supervisor.
• Perform manual assembly and visual inspection of medical
products.
• Complete line clearance, scrap records, training records, and
other documentation as required.
• Complete routine tasks with minimal supervision.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to facilitate
manufacturing functions.
• Work in a cleanroom environment.
• Other duties as assigned by the production supervisor.
2011 – 2012 L’Oreal Paris USA, Franklin, New Jersey
Machine Operator
Strictly adheres to client job specification and ensure good
quality work.
Maintains, controls, and operate machines settings and test
them.
Ascertains why machines are not at peak performance, how
to increase output and how to fix errors.
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Reads and understand blueprints, schematics, models and
other specifications.
Operating clean room equipment safely and efficiently.
Looking for visible defects in manufactured product.
Packaging final product
Assisting with process control documentation.
2009 – 2011 Care Environmental Corporation, Landing, New Jersey
Sorting Agent
• Assist with sorting, pouring, and proper disposal of unwanted
household chemicals.
• Label and seal containers, on-load and offload supplies.
• Apply both the laws and regulations that are used to accomplish
hazardous site cleanups in New Jersey.
• Operate light and heavy equipment including, but not limited to
pumps, vacuums etc.
• Work individually and in teams to perform lab pack services,
segregation and classifying hazardous and non-hazardous
materials per Federal DEP & EPA guidelines and State
requirements.
• Properly complete waste profiles and regulatory documentation
including manifests, Land Disposal Restrictions (LDR’s) and
container labels.
• Performs emergency response activities including, but not
limited to chemical and water spills, biological contamination,
tank cleaning, equipment decontamination, etc.
• Perform consolidation of hazardous materials/waste (i.e.
bulking, repackaging)
• Perform projects pertaining to hazardous waste operations;
including, but not limited to evacuation, drum management and
disposal.
• Provide expert knowledge on government regulations, safety
practices and proper disposal methods to management and
technicians.
• The ability to wear and properly use all levels of personal
protective equipment (PPE) including full respirators.
• Ensures Health and safety policies are strictly followed at all
times.
• Ensures compliance with comprehensive internal procedures
regarding safety, risk management, cost estimating, and
contracting.
• Great team player and ability to work independently along with
strong analytical, problem solving, interpersonal, and
communication skills.
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• Assist in preparation of work plans, field sampling plans,
quality assurance project plans and health & safety plans and
technical reports.
INTERNSHIP: Horizon Health Center, Jersey City, New Jersey, 2014
Registered clients for the first time for the Affordable Care Act representing the most significant
regulatory overhaul of the U.S. healthcare system since the passage of Medicare and Medicaid in
1965. Considerable progress was made as patients who participated exceeded the limit of the
clinic. Assist individuals with no insurance to obtain quality yet affordable comprehensive health
care. My efforts contributed to the decline in the number of Americans without health insurance
especially those in my catchment area of Jersey City.
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• Determines clients' particular needs and financial situations by
scheduling fact-finding appointments; determining extent of
present coverage and investments; ascertaining long-term goals.
• Develops a coordinated protection plan by calculating and quoting
rates for immediate coverage action and long-term strategy
implementation.
• Obtains underwriting approval by completing application for
coverage.
• Completes coverage by delivering policy; planning future follow-
up visits and evaluations of needs.
• Enhances insurance agency reputation by accepting ownership for
accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities
to add value to job accomplishments.
• Develops base for long-term sources of clients by using referrals,
occupational, and special-interest groups to compile lists of
prospects.
• Approaches potential clients by utilizing mailings and phone
solicitation; making presentations to groups at company-sponsored
gatherings; speaking publicly to community groups on the subject
of financial well-being
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: New Jersey Licensed Site Remediation Professionals
Association, Ghanaian Engineers and Architects Association of America.