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MELINA R. RASCON

MELINA R. RASCON

Santa Ana,CA

Summary

Detail-oriented and proactive professional with experience managing a private swim instruction business, including staff supervision, scheduling, and daily operations oversight. Proven leadership as a shift lead in a fast-paced restaurant environment, managing front-of-house teams, and ensuring high standards of service and compliance. Background in behavioral therapy has enhanced skills in conflict resolution, confidential communication, and supporting individuals in dynamic residential, and educational settings. Skilled in managing facility staff, coordinating vendor relationships, overseeing maintenance, and fostering a safe, organized living environment. Committed to supporting collegiate women in a live-in capacity, with strong communication, flexibility, and a positive attitude.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Owner

Swim with Melina
Irvine, CA
02.2019 - Current
  • Team & Operations Leadership: Direct daily operations and oversee a team of three employees, including two certified swim instructors, and one administrative coordinator responsible for scheduling, billing, and client communications.
  • Website & Process Optimization: Designed and launched a comprehensive business website to streamline client onboarding, scheduling, and communication—resulting in improved operational efficiency and enhanced customer satisfaction.
  • Organic Growth: Scaled client base by over 250 new students between the ages of 15 and 25 since 2022 through word-of-mouth referrals alone. Maintain a consistently full roster year-round, with a recurring summer waitlist since 2020, due to strong client retention and sustained demand.

Lead Bartender/Server

Coffee Dose
Costa Mesa
10.2022 - 05.2024
  • Supervised front-of-house operations during peak periods, ensuring smooth service, and strict compliance with health and safety standards.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely and efficient coordination of food service.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by taking orders and serving guests at the bar and dining area, while maintaining cleanliness and organization of service spaces.
  • Trained new employees on service protocols and operational procedures to uphold company standards.

Lead Behavior Therapist

ABA W.E. Behavioral Services
Costa Mesa, CA
12.2019 - 09.2022

A hospital and healthcare company providing personalized, evidence-based behavioral interventions.

  • Delivered structured behavioral support to children and adults with developmental and behavioral disorders across clinical, virtual, and in-home settings.
  • Assisted Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) with the implementation of behavior intervention plans and accurate data collection for Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs).
  • Maintained confidential and timely communication with families, supervisors, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure alignment on treatment objectives.
  • Fostered a safe, organized, and supportive environment—demonstrating strong crisis management, discretion, and interpersonal communication skills essential for residential leadership roles.

Education

Registered Behavior Technician -

Behavior Analyst Certification Board
01.2020

Food Handler -

Food Service Prep
01.2024

First Aid, CPR, & AED -

American Heart Association
01-2025

Associate of Science - Engineering

Irvine Valley College
05.2023

Responsible Beverage Server -

California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
01.2024

Bartender -

Southern CA Bartending School
01.2023

Microsoft Office -

IBM Technology
01.2019

Skills

California State University, Long Beach (CSULB)
Attended from 2018 to 2021 Coursework in Industrial Design

Irvine Valley College

Associate of Science in Engineering
08/2021 – 05/2023

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Lead Bartender/Server

Coffee Dose
10.2022 - 05.2024

Lead Behavior Therapist

ABA W.E. Behavioral Services
12.2019 - 09.2022

Business Owner

Swim with Melina
02.2019 - Current

Registered Behavior Technician -

Behavior Analyst Certification Board

Food Handler -

Food Service Prep

First Aid, CPR, & AED -

American Heart Association

Associate of Science - Engineering

Irvine Valley College

Responsible Beverage Server -

California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control

Bartender -

Southern CA Bartending School

Microsoft Office -

IBM Technology