Sabrina Pourier
Rapid City
Summary
Empathetic individual with experience in providing emotional assistance to at-risk youth. Skilled in developing individualized plans and implementing culturally relevant interventions, leading to improved client outcomes and community engagement.
Detail-oriented with a strong background in financial transaction processing and budget optimization. Committed to enhancing individual and organizational efficiency, providing knowledge of budgeting to organizations as well as community members.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Technician
Honor The Earth
Lame Deer, MT
10.2023 - Current
- Processed financial transactions with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Assisted in budget preparation and financial forecasting activities.
- Maintained financial records using accounting software and spreadsheets.
- Reviewed invoices for compliance with organizational policies and procedures.
- Optimized budget management by monitoring expenses and identifying areas for cost reduction.
- Supported annual audit preparation, ensuring thorough documentation and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained organized records of payments and transactions to support audits and compliance checks.
- Managed vendor relationships, resolving discrepancies efficiently to maintain strong partnerships.
- Processed and verified invoices for accuracy and compliance with company policies.
Support Navigator
Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board
Rapid City, SD
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided emotional support to clients through active listening and empathy during challenging situations.
- Monitored client progress, documenting behavioral changes and reporting significant observations to the care team.
- Implemented Lakota-based interventions tailored to at-risk youth, improving overall service delivery quality.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals and CWOY spiritual helpers to create tailored support plans for individuals in need.
- Provided crisis and suicide intervention services to individuals experiencing acute mental health challenges, ensuring their safety and connecting them with appropriate resources.
Mentor/Contracted Paraprofessional
Rural America Initiatives
Rapid City, SD
08.2018 - 06.2023
- Time lapse (2021 due to end of high-school specific grant; returned for middle school grant)
- Developed individualized mentorship plans to support at-risk youth in achieving personal and educational goals.
- Facilitated group workshops to enhance life skills, resilience, and emotional intelligence among participants.
- Monitored progress of mentees, adjusting strategies based on individual challenges and successes.
- Advocated for youth within school systems to ensure access to necessary support services and resources.
- Reduced instances of negative behavior by teaching conflict resolution strategies and promoting healthy communication habits.
- Boosted self-esteem for at-risk youth through consistent support, encouragement, and positive reinforcement.
- Fostered a sense of community within the program by organizing group outings, events, and team-building exercises.
- Inspired personal growth by helping mentees set achievable goals and providing guidance on how to reach them.
- Created a safe space for open discussion about sensitive topics such as substance abuse or mental health concerns without judgment or stigma attached.
- Empowered young people to make healthier life choices by providing guidance on nutrition, exercise, and mental wellbeing.
RA/Mentor (Seasonal)
South Dakota Gear Up
Rapid City, SD
05.2015 - 10.2015
- Developed individualized academic plans for students, enhancing engagement and achievement.
- Facilitated workshops on college readiness, improving student knowledge of post-secondary options.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, ensuring alignment with educational goals.
- Led initiatives promoting awareness of financial aid opportunities among underserved students.
- Served as a role model for professionalism, integrity, and dedication within the mentorship program environment.
Education
Business Administration And Finance
Black Hills State University
Rapid City, SDHigh School Diploma -
Central High School
Rapid City, SD05-2015
Skills
- Bank reconciliation
- Accounts receivable
- Accounts Payable
- Microsoft Excel
- Google Suite
- Invoice processing
- Accounting principles
- Auditing procedures
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Effective leadership
- Team collaboration
- Organization
- Positive reinforcement
- Empathetic approach
- Mental health care
- Mental health crisis intervention
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
Timeline
Finance Technician
Honor The Earth
10.2023 - Current
Support Navigator
Great Plains Tribal Leaders Health Board
01.2021 - 12.2021
Mentor/Contracted Paraprofessional
Rural America Initiatives
08.2018 - 06.2023
RA/Mentor (Seasonal)
South Dakota Gear Up
05.2015 - 10.2015
Business Administration And Finance
Black Hills State University
High School Diploma -
Central High School