Ruby Davis
Leakesville, MS,Mississippi
Summary
Compassionate Behavior Technician with expertise in behavior intervention, client assessment, and data documentation. Committed to maintaining confidentiality and enhancing client well-being through collaborative healthcare practices. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Technician
The Estate Bradford health
Gautier, Mississippi
07.2025 - Current
- Implemented behavior intervention plans for clients with developmental disabilities.
- Collaborated with therapists to assess client progress and adjust strategies.
- Documented client interactions and behaviors in daily logs for review.
- Assisted in developing personalized treatment goals to enhance client skills.
- Maintained a safe and supportive environment during therapy sessions.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss client needs and treatment adjustments.
- Maintained detailed records of sessions including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports and program updates.
- Applied proven strategies to positively affect client behaviors.
- Exercised confidentiality and discretion to maintain HIPAA requirements.
- Cultivated relationships with fellow staff members to enhance team collaboration.
- Attended review, progress and clinical team meetings.
- Engaged in professional development activities to stay abreast of current trends in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss client progress and plan next steps accordingly.
- Completed daily client rounds and tracked client movements.
- Encouraged patients to develop interpersonal skills and engage in social interactions or other therapeutic activities.
- Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
Caregiver
WR Community Services
Lucedale, Mississippi
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients at all times.
- Supported clients in medication management and adherence to schedules.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand their needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to implement care plans for clients.
- Documented client progress and observations in daily reports accurately.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance client well-being.
- Participated in training sessions to improve caregiving skills and knowledge.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Care Assistant
Amelias Gardens
Lucedale, Mississippi
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Monitored residents' health and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Facilitated social activities to promote community engagement among residents.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in resident living areas and common spaces.
- Communicated effectively with families regarding resident well-being and care plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive resident support.
- Documented resident progress and care provided in electronic health records.
- Reported changes in patient condition to nursing staff immediately.
- Trained new staff on best practices for resident care and facility procedures.
- Made beds, organized rooms and lightly cleaned to maintain sanitary living environments.
- Assisted elderly patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and eating.
- Transferred patients to and from beds, chairs or wheelchairs using principles of body mechanics and equipment such as gait belts.
- Served meals and assisted immobile or disabled individuals with eating.
- Encouraged independence among residents and patients whenever possible.
- Administered medications under the direction of a registered nurse.
- Kept detailed records of patients' medical histories and care plans.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, temperature and respiration rate.
Tax Preparer
Jackson Hewitt
Pascagoula, Mississippi
10.2015 - 04.2020
- Prepared individual and business tax returns using specialized tax software.
- Reviewed client documents for accuracy and completeness before submission.
- Communicated with clients to gather necessary financial information and clarify details.
- Assisted clients in understanding tax regulations and filing procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow during peak tax season.
- Kept updated on changes in tax laws and relevant regulations for compliance.
- Organized client files and maintained confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Provided training to new staff on tax preparation processes and software usage.
- Filed electronically through approved software programs.
- Maintained accurate records of all client transactions and filings.
- Assisted customers with any questions they had about their taxes or filing status.
- Compiled data from clients to accurately complete tax forms.
- Prepared and reviewed tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations and trusts.
- Advised clients on the best strategies for filing their taxes efficiently and legally.
- Researched federal, state, and local laws to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Supplied detailed tax documentation needed to submit accurate corporate and individual returns.
- Reviewed prior year's returns for accuracy and completeness before submitting them.
- Identified potential deductions to minimize clients' tax liabilities.
- Responded to state and federal tax notices by preparing written responses or tax return amendments.
- Finalized and processed paperwork with local, state and federal government authorities.
- Ensured that all applicable deadlines were met when submitting documents.
- Organized paperwork for efficient review by senior staff members.
- Advised clients to comply with IRS regulations and meet state and federal tax obligations.
- Explained complex tax regulations in an easy-to-understand manner for clients' understanding.
- Assisted clients in responding to IRS notices of deficiency or audit findings.
- Analyzed financial information such as income statements and balance sheets to calculate tax liability.
- Communicated with federal and state tax agencies to obtain best resolution for clients.
- Conducted research on current trends in taxation law to stay up-to-date with changes.
- Created spreadsheets detailing income sources, deductions, credits, estimated payments.
- Corresponded with government agencies regarding discrepancies between submitted documents and actual amounts owed and refundable.
- Evaluated financial situations of individual taxpayers and businesses to determine appropriate actions for reducing taxes owed or increasing refunds due.
- Worked closely with other departments within the company to ensure accuracy of data entry into system databases.
- Performed detailed record-keeping for all tax files and documentation for future reference.
- Developed and maintained professional relationships with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
- Utilized tax software to efficiently process returns and identify potential deductions and credits for clients.
- Managed multiple tax preparation projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion and filing.
- Analyzed tax regulations and updated knowledge regularly to stay compliant with changes in tax laws.
- Resolved client tax issues by investigating discrepancies and implementing corrective actions.
- Led tax planning seminars and workshops for clients to educate them on tax-saving opportunities.
- Calculated quarterly estimated tax payments for self-employed clients and small businesses.
- Reconciled bank statements and financial documents to ensure accurate tax reporting.
- Prepared and filed federal and state income tax returns for both individuals and small businesses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with current tax laws.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns and questions promptly.
- Corrected previously filed tax returns to amend errors or claim additional deductions and credits.
- Conducted client interviews to gather necessary documentation and information for tax preparation.
- Educated clients on the implications of tax laws and their financial decisions.
- Coordinated with external auditors to provide required tax documentation and support during audits.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of client information in accordance with privacy laws and regulations.
- Implemented electronic filing procedures to streamline tax return processing and reduce errors.
- Interviewed clients to obtain additional information on taxable income and deductible expenses and allowances.
- Used tax form instructions and tables to complete tax forms.
- Furnished taxpayers with sufficient information and advice to verify correct tax form completion.
- Computed taxes owed or overpaid for clients.
- Checked data input or verified totals on forms prepared by others to detect mathematical or procedural errors.
- Used appropriate adjustments, deductions and credits to keep clients' taxes to minimum.
- Reduced errors associated with missed tax benefits by completing comprehensive reviews of internal tax preparation documents.
- Supported work of senior-level accounting and tax preparation professionals to maximize office productivity.
- Produced US and state income, gift tax, and estate tax returns for individuals.
- Helped clients integrate new tax software with accounting software.
- Produced work papers and lead sheets, tax projects and payment estimations.
- Liaised between clients and tax authorities such as IRS representatives.
CNA
Glenn oaks nursing
Lucedale, Mississippi
01.2009 - 07.2014
- Assisted residents with daily activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of resident living areas.
- Supported residents in mobility and physical therapy exercises.
- Documented patient information accurately in care records.
- Communicated effectively with patients to provide emotional support.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure quality care delivery.
- Followed safety protocols and infection control procedures diligently.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment for the patient by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.
- Observed patients for any physical or emotional changes, reported findings to medical staff immediately.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
Education
GED -
Jones County Jr College
Leakesville, MS03-2007
Certificate - CNA
MGCCC
Lucedale, MS03-2007
Diploma - CCMA
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PASkills
- Behavior intervention
- Data documentation
- Treatment planning
- Client assessment
- Confidentiality compliance
- Healthcare collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Team coordination
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Patient monitoring
- Behavior intervention plans
- Emotional support
- Behavior reduction procedures
- Active listening
- Multitasking and organization
- Progress tracking
- Safety and crisis management
- Goal setting
- Problem-solving
- Communication
- Record keeping
- Skill development
- Report writing
- Data collection and analysis
Affiliations
I am working toward my CCMA Diploma. Im very eager to learn very open to communication. I always look forward to learning something new. Great Communication skills, Great people skills, Honest and open.
Timeline
Behavior Technician
The Estate Bradford health
07.2025 - Current
Caregiver
WR Community Services
05.2024 - 01.2025
Care Assistant
Amelias Gardens
03.2021 - 02.2022
Tax Preparer
Jackson Hewitt
10.2015 - 04.2020
CNA
Glenn oaks nursing
01.2009 - 07.2014
GED -
Jones County Jr College
Certificate - CNA
MGCCC
Diploma - CCMA
Penn Foster Career School