Christopher Manes Email and Phone Number

I've always had the desire to help people and create positive change, and now it's time to act. Recently changed careers into Human Services and have been working at a local homeless shelter. Continuing my education and plan to achieve my bachelor's degree in human services in May 2025 with a concentration in disability services to help facilitate change not only in individual's lives, but also in their communities. I am already a graduate of LaGuardia Community College in NYC, graduating with honors and an associate degree in liberal arts/social science. While I have no previous experience in this field, my desire to help others, along with my diverse technical background make me well suited to connect with a variety of clients in need.I have a background with over 30 years of reprographics experience. From a shop environment to the corporate office I am highly adaptable, and capable of handling a multitude of office needs. I pride myself not only on my ability to work with an array of print, copy and finishing equipment, but also my interpersonal skills in working with both clients and co-workers. Other education includes: American Sign Language - Completed levels 1-6 at the Sign Language Center in NYC. I have a good working knowledge of ASL (American Sign Language), but want to continue to build my skills in order to help serve the Deaf/Hard-of-hearing.I am a reliable, personable, and hard working. Comfortable working independently or as part of a team. I have excellent technical skills, and at times have been selected to train other employees on operations and equipment.Specialties: Reprographics - copy & printing, and some desktop publishing using Adobe apps, and MS Office.