La'Sha Jones
Pine Hill,NJ
Summary
Highly motivated student seeking to work in the career of occupational therapy. Experienced in working with children diagnosed with autism and helping reduce/improve behaviors. Trained in implementing evidence based interventions to help individuals with autism acquire social skills, functional play skills, self-help skills, and communication skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
ABA Therapist/Behavior Technician
Amazing Transformations
06.2024 - Current
- Implement behavior intervention plan as directed by supervising BCBA.
- Apply the principles of applied behavior analysis to teach self-help, social, motor, and verbal behaviors, as well as reasoning skills.
- Assist client in developing improved behavior, communication, cognitive and social skills.
- Conduct observations, data collection, summaries, and complete written reports.
- Provided one-on-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for neurodivergent clients in clinical setting.
- Increased functional play skills among young children with ASD by designing engaging activities that incorporated age-appropriate toys and materials.
- Improved emotional regulation in patients by teaching coping mechanisms tailored to individual challenges.
Daycare Teacher's Aide
Kids Choice Academy
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Providing personal aide and care as necessary such as eating or diaper changing.
- Maintained accurate records of daily attendance, incident reports, meal counts, and other required documentation.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children, assist with eating and serve food.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
Part Time Assistant Manager
Pacific Sunwear
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Provided direction to associates to ensure understanding of company standards.
- Executed visual directives and maintained visual standards set by company.
- Effectively processed returns, online orders, and exchanges.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Increased sales through effective merchandising strategies and targeted promotions.
Sales Associate
Pacific Sunwear
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Attended to customers' inquiries about their purchases.
- Generated sales by exhibiting passion for the product, brands, and fashion.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
Volunteer
Boys and Girls Club
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Assist in promoting members interest in educational and recreational program activities.
- Assist and maintain proper care, upkeep and operation of equipment used in program activity areas.
- Helping with after school homework, tutoring, or outside activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Delaware
Newark, DEBachelor of Arts - Psychology
Stockton University
Galloway, NJ12.2024
Skills
- Adaptable to various work environments
- Executes tasks efficiently
- Collaborates well with others
- Problem-Solver
- Organizational Skills
- Creative Thinker
- Interpersonal Skills
Awards
- Dean's List - University of Delaware, Fall 2021, Spring 2022
- Dean's List - Stockton University, Fall 2022, Spring 2023, Fall 2023, Spring 2024
- Recipient of Stockton University's Foundation Scholarship
Timeline
ABA Therapist/Behavior Technician
Amazing Transformations
06.2024 - Current
Daycare Teacher's Aide
Kids Choice Academy
10.2023 - 06.2024
Part Time Assistant Manager
Pacific Sunwear
05.2022 - 10.2023
Volunteer
Boys and Girls Club
11.2021 - 12.2021
Sales Associate
Pacific Sunwear
10.2020 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Delaware
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Stockton University
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