Sara Patterson
Tiverton,Rhode Island
Summary
Service-focused Behavior Specialist Shift Supervisor dedicated to helping clients integrate and improve wellbeing. Clear communicator supportive of individual and staff needs. Strong commitment to advocacy and skill-building.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Behavior Specialist & Shift Supervisor
Stevens Treatment Program
03.2021 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention support during critical incidents, deescalating situations and ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to maximize desired behavior and educational outcomes.
- Monitored student progress closely and adjusted strategies as needed to ensure optimal growth and development.
- Maintained detailed records of behavioral data, allowing for accurate tracking of progress.
Intern
Salem Juvenile Probation District Court
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Kept physical files and digitized records organized for easy updating and retrieval by authorized team members
- Completed financial intakes to determine whether or not families would qualify for court appointed attorneys
- Preparation and maintenance of probation files
- Completed intakes with parents and children on Delinquency, CHINS and care and protection cases to gain family, education, social and medical histories to assist the court in providing the best interest of the children in these processes.
Waitress
Eveyln's Drive In
06.2014
- Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness
- Applied communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty
- Monitored guests for intoxication and immediately reported concerns to management, contributing to safe and welcoming environments for all patrons
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, took drink orders and built immediate positive connections with guests.
Education
Bachelor of Health and Services in Criminal Justice - Investigation
Salem State University
Salem, MA06.2020
Skills
- Communication skills
- Organized
- Strong time management skills
- Able to learn new tasks quickly and effectively
- Behavioral Support
- Open-minded
- Policy Enforcement
Accomplishments
A letter of commendation for using extreme amount of creativity to create events for the youth at Stevens.
Certification
- CPI
- CPR
- MAP
Timeline
Behavior Specialist & Shift Supervisor
Stevens Treatment Program
03.2021 - Current
Intern
Salem Juvenile Probation District Court
01.2020 - 04.2020
Waitress
Eveyln's Drive In
06.2014
Bachelor of Health and Services in Criminal Justice - Investigation
Salem State University
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