Siaya Jones
Princeton
Summary
Compassionate and highly trained Behavioral Paraprofessional and current Nursing student with experience supporting students in a Level 4v Autistic classroom with complex behavioral needs. CPI certified with strong skills in behavior management, de-escalation, and student engagement. Dedicated to maintaining safe, structured,and inclusive learning environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavior Health Paraprofessional
Birch Agency
Levittown, PA
09.2025 - 02.2026
- Provided direct support in a level 4 autism classroom serving students with high physical behavioral needs ( kicking,biting,spitting,punching).
- Applied CPI crisis prevention and de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe learning environment.
- Implemented behavior strategies from PaTTAN professional development training.
- Assisted with individualized instruction aligned with IEP goals.
- Collaborated with teachers, behavior specialists, and support staff to ensure consistent behavioral interventions.
Inventory Control Manager
Carnegie Post Acute
Princeton, NJ
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure accurate stock availability and prevent shortages.
- Conducted regular audits of inventory processes to maintain compliance with operational standards.
- Implemented inventory management software to enhance tracking efficiency and accuracy.
- Collaborated with procurement team to streamline ordering processes based on usage trends.
Paraprofessional
ESS
Burlington, NJ
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted educators in implementing instructional strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Supported classroom management by maintaining a positive and structured environment for students.
- Adapted lesson materials to meet diverse learning needs and promote engagement among students.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to assess student progress and identify areas for improvement.
Patient Reception Representative
Capital Health Regional Medical Center
Pennington, NJ
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Managed patient inquiries effectively, ensuring timely responses and satisfaction.
- Coordinated appointment scheduling, optimizing workflow for healthcare providers.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate patient records within electronic health systems.
- Streamlined communication between departments to enhance service delivery.
Inventory Specialist
St.Francis
Trenton, NJ
09.2017 - 05.2021
- Managed inventory levels utilizing advanced tracking software to ensure optimal stock availability.
- Streamlined order fulfillment processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing turnaround times significantly.
- Conducted regular audits of inventory systems to maintain accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on inventory management best practices and software usage.
- Delivered supplies onto units around the facility
Patient Sitter
St Francis Hospital
Trenton, NJ
01.2018 - 04.2021
- Monitored patient safety and well-being in high-risk environments.
- Assisted nursing staff in implementing care plans effectively.
- Documented patient behavior and reported significant changes to healthcare team.
- Trained new sitters on safety protocols and observational techniques.
- Responded promptly to patient needs, ensuring comfort and security.
- Evaluated safety measures regularly, recommending improvements for risk reduction.
- Maintained confidentiality while managing sensitive patient information accurately.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to infection control, environmental safety, and confidentiality requirements.
- Reduced instances of self-harm by closely observing at-risk patients and intervening when necessary to prevent injury.
- Assisted in preventing falls and injuries by promptly responding to patient needs and requests for assistance.
- Supported nursing staff by assisting with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding as needed.
- Promoted a calm environment by utilizing therapeutic communication techniques with patients experiencing anxiety or agitation.
Nutrition Care Assistant
St Francis Hospital
Trenton, NJ
08.2016 - 09.2017
- Developed and implemented individualized nutrition plans for diverse patients.
- Collaborated with a dietician to assess and monitor patient dietary needs.
- Educated patients on nutritional guidelines, enhancing their understanding of healthy eating habits.
- Streamlined meal service processes to improve efficiency and patient satisfaction levels.
- Performing ongoing nutrition assessments, including measuring calorie intake and activity levels.
Education
Diploma - LPN
Jersey College School of Nursing
Ewing,nj04-2027
High School Diploma -
West Windsor High School South
Princeton Junction, NJ06-2014
Skills
- Basic life support- American Heart Association
- CPR/AED certified
- First Aid Certified
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) - Certfied
- Vital signs monitoring
- Behavioral support
- Patient confidentiality
- CDA ( child development associate) license
- PaTTAN Professional Development Certificates : Behavior basics : Understanding the"Why" in the classroom
- strategies for addressing challenging behaviors
- student engagement and rapport
- introduction to sign language
- core competency checklist
- medical terminology
- early child hood education
Timeline
Behavior Health Paraprofessional
Birch Agency
09.2025 - 02.2026
Inventory Control Manager
Carnegie Post Acute
08.2023 - 12.2024
Paraprofessional
ESS
05.2022 - 06.2023
Patient Reception Representative
Capital Health Regional Medical Center
05.2021 - 07.2021
Patient Sitter
St Francis Hospital
01.2018 - 04.2021
Inventory Specialist
St.Francis
09.2017 - 05.2021
Nutrition Care Assistant
St Francis Hospital
08.2016 - 09.2017
Diploma - LPN
Jersey College School of Nursing
High School Diploma -
West Windsor High School South