Nina J. Ruffin
Virginia Beach,Va.
Summary
Experienced professional specializing in behavior modification strategies, including shaping and chaining, to support patients with diverse needs. Proficient in data collection and recordkeeping, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations. Successfully promoted academic, functional, and social skills development in various environments, including clinics and homes. RBT Certified with a strong focus on conflict resolution for children with autism spectrum disorder.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Technician
Butterfly Effects
Virginia Beach, Virginia
05.2025 - Current
- Executed targeted interventions under BCBA supervision, enhancing developmental outcomes for children with autism spectrum disorder.
- Implemented interventions, collected data, built rapport, and assisted in skill development while ensuring HIPAA compliance.
- Obtained RBT certification to deliver high-quality support for children with autism.
Office Assistant
Impact Mental Health Services
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Organized and maintained personnel files and client documentation to ensure accessibility and compliance.
- Executed all duties in adherence to HIPAA regulations to protect client confidentiality.
Assistant Coach Middle School Boys Team
Virginia Beach Friends School
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Ran drills, taught basketball fundamentals, and prepared team for games.
- Assisted Head Coach with daily team operations and strategies.
- Planned and executed daily practices for student athletes.
- Collaborated with head coach to develop effective training programs and strategies.
- Monitored athlete progress and provided feedback to enhance performance.
Head Basketball Coach
Virginia Beach Friends School
09.2018 - 12.2019
- Taught fundamentals of basketball afterschool to students ages 6-11.
- Emphasized safety protocols during all activities.
- Ran drills, acted as a referee, and taught fairness and good sportsmanship.
- Mediated conflicts between participants, promoting a positive and respectful environment.
- Ensured the safety of camp participants.
- Updated parents regularly on their child's progress, enhancing communication and engagement.
Summer Camp Director
Virginia Beach Friends School
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Developed all activities for summer basketball camp for participants ages 6-11.
- Taught fundamentals of basketball to participants of multiple skill levels.
- Ran drills, ref games, taught fairness and good sportsmanship.
- Managed and resolved conflict.
- Ensured the safety of camp participants.
- Informed parents of participant progress.
Receptionist
Virginia Beach Friends School
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Responsible for greeting visitors, answering phones, filing, and all aspects of running the main office.
- All duties performed in compliance with HIPAA requirements.
Receptionist and Personal Assistant
Virginia Beach Osteopathy
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Greeted visitors, answered phones, filed documents, and managed main office operations to ensure smooth daily functioning.
- Performed all office duties in compliance with HIPAA requirements, ensuring patient confidentiality and regulatory adherence.
- Additionally, assisted with client care, performed laser therapy, and microcurrent under the supervision of Dr. Hudson.
- Ran errands to support office operations.
- Used DSM-5 codes to assist in diagnosing patients
Summer Camp Counselor
Larry Ward Basketball Camp
06.2014 - 08.2017
- Taught fundamentals of basketball to camp participants ages 5-16.
- Ran drills, ensured the safety of camp participants and acted as a referee during camp games.
Fruit Expert
Edible Arrangements
Virginia Beach, Virginia
01.2023 - 2025
- Operated store, maintained compliance with food safety protocols, greeted customers, addressed requests, and resolved issues.
- Trained staff on proper fruit handling and arrangement techniques.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure fresh product availability daily.
Education
Senior - Psychology, Exercise Science
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA05-2026
Honor Graduate -
Virginia Beach Friends School
Virginia Beach01.2017
Skills
- Behavior intervention
- Behavior analysis
- Data collection
- Data collection and documentation
- Program development
- Team collaboration
- Team collaboration
- Program development
Volunteer Experience
- Virginia Beach Animal Control, 01/01/11, 12/01/19, 500, Feeding, walking, bathing dogs., Feeding and caring for cats and various small animals., Interacting with prospective adoptive families to provide information of policy for animal adoption.
- Babysitting, 01/01/15, 12/01/19, References available upon request.
Certification
registered behavior technician certification
Timeline
Behavior Technician
Butterfly Effects
05.2025 - Current
Fruit Expert
Edible Arrangements
01.2023 - 2025
Assistant Coach Middle School Boys Team
Virginia Beach Friends School
09.2019 - 12.2019
Summer Camp Director
Virginia Beach Friends School
06.2019 - 08.2019
Head Basketball Coach
Virginia Beach Friends School
09.2018 - 12.2019
Receptionist
Virginia Beach Friends School
06.2018 - 08.2018
Office Assistant
Impact Mental Health Services
01.2018 - 01.2024
Receptionist and Personal Assistant
Virginia Beach Osteopathy
01.2017 - 01.2018
Summer Camp Counselor
Larry Ward Basketball Camp
06.2014 - 08.2017
Senior - Psychology, Exercise Science
Old Dominion University
Honor Graduate -
Virginia Beach Friends School