LARESSA HALLADAY
Honolulu
Summary
Strong foundation in criminal justice and forensic science, supported by professional experience in security and childcare. Proven skills in site management, emergency response, and client service, emphasizing safety and community well-being.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
ACES
Pearl City
01.2025 - Current
- 9 hours per week
- Implement behavioral interventions that teach communication, flexibility, social skills, daily living skills, and reduce challenging behaviors.
- Implement and assist with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy programs, including data collection, reinforcement, and prompting techniques.
- Accurately and consistently collect data on client progress and behavior patterns, using various methods and tools.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of client progress and interventions.
- Build rapport with clients and families, providing positive and supportive interactions. Demonstrate patience, empathy, and adaptability when working with individuals with diverse needs and challenging behaviors.
- Ensure the client's safety and dignity.
Security Professional
Allied Universal Security Services
Honolulu
03.2024 - 08.2024
- 40 hours per week
- Recorded required data for incident reports and files.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors. Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate a welcoming atmosphere while making safety a top priority.
- Reduced security incidents by proactively monitoring surveillance systems, and responding to alarms in a timely manner.
- Monitored security systems and conducted regular inspections of facilities.
- Engaged with employees and visitors to promote a secure environment.
- Daily reports and monitoring of persons and vehicles coming onto the premises.
- Acting as a deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism, and misconduct, to allow businesses to conduct operations in a safe environment.
- Hourly patrols and monitoring of the premises, maintaining situational awareness through continuous monitoring of potential threats and vulnerabilities in the environment.
Caregiver
Dededo Childcare and Learning Center II
Dededo
05.2023 - 08.2023
- 56 hours per week
- Actively ensured that the children under my care were well taken care of, safe, and secure
- Sought out opportunities to provide them with new knowledge and skills to help them grow and develop
- Properly provided them with the nourishment they needed, including making sure they got enough sleep, were fed nutritious meals, and had plenty of time for outdoor activities
- Monitored their emotional well-being and provided them with the necessary emotional support to help them feel happy, healthy, and loved.
Afterschool Care Leader
Noelani Elementary School
Honolulu
01.2022 - 05.2022
- 10 hours per week
- Made sure that the children under my watch were safe and their well-being was my top priority
- Monitored their activities and provided emotional support whenever needed––playing games, reading books, or simply talking to them
- Encouraged them to be active and engaged in physical activities––playing outdoors.
Sales Associate
Promotions Specialties
Tamuning
05.2020 - 08.2021
- 48 hours per week
- Regularly organized the racks and shelves to ensure that the store had a visually appealing display, helping to engage with customers and draw their attention towards the specific merchandise we wanted to promote
- By keeping the store organized and attractive, we were able to create a welcoming environment that encouraged customers to spend time in the store and make purchases
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers
- Helped customers locate products and checked the store system for merchandise at other sites
- Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories, and proper care for merchandise
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services
- Processed product returns and assisted customers with other selections
- Maintained records related to sales, returns, and inventory availability
- Ordered items and received packages.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Chaminade University of Honolulu
Honolulu, HI05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Chaminade University of Honolulu
Honolulu, HI12.2023
No Degree - Criminal Justice
University of Guam
Mangilao, GUSkills
- Fingerprinting
- Report writing
- Problem-solving skills
- Team Leadership
- Research
- Ethical and honest
- Oral Communication
- Social perceptiveness
- Organizational skills
- Adapt to diverse groups
- Multi-tasking strength
- Time Management
- Maintaining Order
- Critical Thinking
- Invoicing
- Child Welfare
- Documentation
- Crisis intervention
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 4 in the development of a Juvenile Institution Project
Certification
10/2023, FEMA - Introduction to the Incident Command System, IS-100.C
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
ACES
01.2025 - Current
Security Professional
Allied Universal Security Services
03.2024 - 08.2024
Caregiver
Dededo Childcare and Learning Center II
05.2023 - 08.2023
Afterschool Care Leader
Noelani Elementary School
01.2022 - 05.2022
Sales Associate
Promotions Specialties
05.2020 - 08.2021
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Chaminade University of Honolulu
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Chaminade University of Honolulu
No Degree - Criminal Justice
University of Guam