Aaron Rae Benson
Newport,VT
Summary
Offering positive attitude and readiness to learn and grow within supportive team environment. Brings foundation in basic safety protocols and ability to quickly acquire new skills relevant to role. Ready to use and develop time management and operational skills in [Desired Position] role.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Family Centered Practice Worker
Easter Seals/DCF
- Complied with program and funding guidelines.
- Wrote treatment plans and monthly reports.
- Worked in a team environment with DCF social workers.
- Completed client referrals to community resources, advocacy for services.
- Provided ongoing client support using AHS key practices.
- Conducted client interviews to determine need.
- Direct client service: social services case management.
- Family engagement contract work for DCF family services.
- Supported the child's adjustment in the foster home.
- Enhanced parental empowerment.
- Maintained and strengthened family relationships.
Youth Crisis/Runaway Case Manager
Northeast Kingdom Community Action
- Provided brief, non-therapeutic counseling, case management, and support services for youth and family members as well as on-call services.
- Participate in IEP and EST meetings.
- Connected with a large number of agencies, departments, programs, and schools for service coordination.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date files regarding children and families.
- Reported on State and Federal databases for regional and statewide outcomes.
- Demonstrated the ability to create clear and professional boundaries.
- Worked closely with collaborative teams, sub committees, and coalitions on housing, transportation, food, fuel, and health.
- Made independent decisions based on the needs of youth and families.
- Communicated with families through home visits, site visits, and phone conferences.
- Complied with Vermont Mandated Reported Laws while working with DCF and NEKHS.
- Worked with families during health and safety crises.
- Assessed family resources and determined other areas of referral.
Administrative Assistant
Northeast Community Action Agency
- Approved timesheets within three departments with capacities of up to five programs. Most programs contained 2-5 funding sources for each employee.
- Worked closely with the accounting department to determine eligible funding within the programs
- Planned and organized annual, national business trips for supervisors and staff.
- In charge of all orders coming in and going out of multiple departments.
- Responsible for all purchase invoices and department credit card budgeting.
- Guided all supervisors and employees during the transition of a new payroll, accounting, and timesheet process.
- Researched all program grants to ensure complete and compliance of all employees, paperwork, and organization accounts. During this time I prepared and lead the agency through a Federal Audit that received passing scores of excellence.
- Assisted in the preparation of reports and presentations, enhancing clarity and consistency of information shared with stakeholders.
- Utilized software tools to automate routine tasks, improving overall operational efficiency within the office environment.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
Behavior Interventionist
Northeast Kingdom Human Services
09.2023 - Current
- Implemented individualized behavior intervention plans to enhance client engagement and progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive service delivery and client support.
- Advocated for client needs within the community to promote awareness of mental health resources and services.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all individuals involved.
- Promoted positive behavior change through consistent reinforcement and appropriate consequences.
- Helped students build skills to navigate typical academic and social situations.
- Improved behaviors through modeling, role-playing and other effective strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Services/Counseling
Lyndon State College
Lyndonville, VTBachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Johnson State College
Johnson, VTCertification
- Adolescent and Resiliency Development
- Improving Education Outcomes and Stability for Children and Youth in out of home care
- Positive Youth Development Utilizing Strength-Based Approaches.
- Compassionate Communication
- Child Abuse and Neglect
- The Power of Words
- Behavior Interventionist Award
Timeline
Behavior Interventionist
Northeast Kingdom Human Services
09.2023 - Current
Family Centered Practice Worker
Easter Seals/DCF
Youth Crisis/Runaway Case Manager
Northeast Kingdom Community Action
Administrative Assistant
Northeast Community Action Agency
Bachelor of Science - Human Services/Counseling
Lyndon State College
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Johnson State College