Sarah Scheidecker
Fountain,CO
Summary
Behavioral Health professional with hands-on experience providing direct support, classroom assistance, and advocacy to children and adults working toward independence and personal growth. Brings lived recovery experience, strong communication skills, and a trauma-informed approach to supporting students and families in goal-setting, accountability, and overcoming barriers to success. Currently completing a Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Health.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Childhood Classroom Assistant & Cook
Lighthouse Early Care and Education
06.2025 - Current
- Support classroom teachers with daily learning activities and supervision of children.
- Build positive, nurturing relationships that promote emotional safety and growth.
- Prepare and serve nutritious meals to meet childcare program standards.
- Maintain organized, sanitized kitchen and classroom environments.
- Assist with communication between staff and families as needed.
Merchandiser
Frito-Lay
09.2023 - Current
- Managed independent routes and met daily performance goals.
- Maintained accurate documentation using handheld systems.
- Built positive working relationships with retail staff.
Direct Support Professional
Foundation for Successful Living
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Provided daily mentoring and skill-building support to individuals with disabilities.
- Implemented individualized care plans focused on goal attainment and independence.
- Taught budgeting, grocery shopping, and household management skills.
- Advocated for client needs and provided consistent emotional support.
- Maintained safe environments and built trusting relationships.
Field Representative
Premium Retail Services
09.2023 - 10.2024
- Provided in-store training and product coaching.
- Built partnerships with store leaders and teams.
- Supported performance and engagement initiatives.
Head Cashier
The Home Depot
07.2019 - 09.2021
- Coached and trained new employees.
- Maintained accountability for cash operations and compliance.
- Resolved customer concerns with professionalism and empathy.
Special Services Associate
The Home Depot
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Provided customer assistance for order tracking and delivery issues.
- Handled inbound calls and referrals.
- Participated in new-hire training.
Dog Washer
Digger Dogs Pet Grooming
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Provided client service support.
- Scheduled appointments and processed payments.
- Maintained sanitized work areas.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science - Behavioral Health
Pikes Peak State College
High School Diploma - undefined
McClain High School
Skills
- Student mentoring
- Goal setting and tracking
- Trauma-sensitive communication
- Advocacy skills
- Classroom Assistance
- Nutrition & Meal Preparation
- Documentation & Reporting
- Training & Onboarding
- Resource Coordination
- Relationship Building
- Conflict Resolution
- Time Management & Organization
Certification
- Behavioral Health Professional Plus
- Behavioral Health Assistant
- Peer Recovery Coach
Timeline
Early Childhood Classroom Assistant & Cook
Lighthouse Early Care and Education
06.2025 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Foundation for Successful Living
10.2024 - 07.2025
Merchandiser
Frito-Lay
09.2023 - Current
Field Representative
Premium Retail Services
09.2023 - 10.2024
Head Cashier
The Home Depot
07.2019 - 09.2021
Special Services Associate
The Home Depot
01.2017 - 01.2019
Dog Washer
Digger Dogs Pet Grooming
01.2009 - 01.2015
High School Diploma - undefined
McClain High School
Bachelor of Applied Science - Behavioral Health
Pikes Peak State College