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Valerie Barocio

Lincoln Park

Summary

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Behavior Technician

Centria Autism
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • Observed, monitored and recorded behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
  • Used CareConnect to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
  • Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
  • Documented interventions, assessments and progress reports on database to enable tracking history and maintain consistent records.
  • Monitored client progress to provide continued guidance and consistent feedback to families.
  • Developed and implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
  • Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
  • Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.

Life Guidance Resident Services Assistant (caregiver)

Atria Park of Ann Arbor Enhanced Assisted Living & Memory Care
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Delivered direct care to patients, assisting with bathing, feeding, and grooming tasks.
  • Completed daily documentation and charts regarding patient care and input reports into practice databases.
  • Prepared residents for meals and assisted with feeding.
  • Utilized PPE appropriately and followed patient safety and infection control guidelines.
  • Lifted and repositioned non-ambulatory patients to prevent accidents and falls.
  • Observed changes in patient status and response and immediately communicated concerns to nursing staff.
  • Developed trusting relationships and provided emotional support to patients and families.
  • Exhibited excellent communication skills when interacting with patients and their families.
  • Developed positive relationships with residents by providing compassionate care.
  • Managed multiple tasks effectively while maintaining composure under pressure situations.
  • Maintained a clean environment for the safety of patients by following infection control protocols.

Crew Member

Tropical Smoothie Cafe
06.2021 - 05.2024
  • Greeted customers in a friendly and professional manner, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing change, and counting money back to customers.
  • Coordinated with other crew members to complete assigned tasks quickly and effectively.
  • Cross-trained in multiple positions within the store as needed.
  • Handled customer complaints in a professional and courteous manner.
  • Demonstrated excellent communication skills when dealing with customer inquiries and complaints.
  • Completed all store opening and closing procedures.
  • Memorized food and drink recipes to prepare orders with speed and accuracy.
  • Maintained knowledge of store menus to advertise promotions and limited-time offers.
  • Given many opportunities to become shift leader but was unable to accept due to being in school. Yet still performed shift leader rolls at times.

Education

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Cardiovascular Sonography

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI

Bachelor of Social Work -

Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI

High School Diploma -

Lincoln Park High School
Lincoln Park, MI
05.2023

Skills

  • Multitasking
  • Toilet training
  • Applied behavior analysis
  • Data collection
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management abilities
  • Resident Supervision
  • Adaptability
  • Effective Communication
  • Organizational Skills
  • Resident support
  • Professionalism
  • Decision-Making
  • Patient Care
  • Resident Care Associate (RCA)
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Behavior modification techniques

Certification

  • CPR and First Aid certification

Timeline

Behavior Technician

Centria Autism
01.2025 - 05.2025

Life Guidance Resident Services Assistant (caregiver)

Atria Park of Ann Arbor Enhanced Assisted Living & Memory Care
06.2024 - 08.2024

Crew Member

Tropical Smoothie Cafe
06.2021 - 05.2024

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Cardiovascular Sonography

Grand Valley State University

Bachelor of Social Work -

Grand Valley State University

High School Diploma -

Lincoln Park High School