Paige Benson
Fargo,ND
Summary
A passionate professional with experience serving patients with diverse needs by applying behavior modification strategies as needed. Demonstrated understanding of data collection and recordkeeping requirements. Seeking a full-time position within the Special Education department of the West Fargo Public School District.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Technician
Aurora Elementary School
, ND
10.2022 - Current
- Teaching elementary-age learners with intellectual and developmental disabilities within a Comprehensive Student Support Program (CSSP) classroom
- Encourage appropriate communication in learners, apply behavior support plans, provide structure and consistency, foster independence, instill safety, and document observable data specific to each learner.
Military Police Officer (MP)
ND National Guard
, ND
03.2018 - 03.2024
- Proficiently trained in protection, searching, crime prevention, de-escalation, emergency response, weapon safety, and other combat duties.
- Responded to emergency situations such as natural disasters or civil disturbances almost every year from 2018 to 2024.
- Worked effectively in team environments to troubleshoot complex problems and implement quick solutions.
Housing Facilitator
YWCA Cass Clay Emergency Shelter
, ND
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Service coordinator of housing and supportive services for women and children experiencing homelessness, working directly with North Dakota Rent Help.
- Consistently utilized internal and communal resources to secure and maintain housing while serving as an advocate and liaison between tenants and landlords while maintaining accurate clientele records.
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Open Door Center
Valley City, ND
02.2018 - 03.2022
- Mentoring and assisting individuals with intellectual disabilities during daily activities, job education, administering medications, emotional support, and more.
- Documented patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, eating habits, and other important topics.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and consulted with care team to continually update care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Sociology
Valley City State University
Skills
- Patience
- Effective listening
- Observation
- Empathy
- Adaptability
- Curriculum implementation
- Verbal and written communication
Extracurricular Activities
Volunteer at the North Dakota Special Olympics and Thursday Fun Nights, 2018 to 2021 Part of a club on campus that paired with the Abused Persons Outreach Center (APOC) to raise awareness of domestic violence, October 2021 Assisted with and participated in the Out of the Darkness Walk for suicide awareness, 2021 and 2022 Appointed team captain on the Valley City State University Volleyball team, 2017-2020 Studied abroad in Costa Rica to volunteer at an abused young women's shelter and attended classes pertaining to in-home violence, 2021
Affiliations
- Active participant of the Annual Out of the Darkness Walk for suicide awareness.
- Appointed team captain from 2018-2020 for the Valley City State University Volleyball team.
- Studied abroad in Costa Rica for 10 days in 2021 to volunteer at an abused young women's shelter and attended classes pertaining to in-home violence within the country.
- Volunteer at the North Dakota Special Olympics and Thursday Fun Nights from 2018 to 2021
- Paired with the Abused Persons Outreach Center (APOC) to raise awareness of domestic violence in October 2021.
- Certified in Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST).
Timeline
Behavioral Technician
Aurora Elementary School
10.2022 - Current
Housing Facilitator
YWCA Cass Clay Emergency Shelter
05.2022 - 09.2022
Military Police Officer (MP)
ND National Guard
03.2018 - 03.2024
Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Open Door Center
02.2018 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology, Sociology
Valley City State University
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