Vanessa Pedraza
Moreno Valley,CA
Summary
Obtain a position where able to utilize psychology, or business management experience for child development, or in assisting families. Use work ethic to enhance my skills in working with children or families to best assist them under challenging circumstances. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated to building strong support networks with professionals and loved ones.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Behavioral Therapist
Accel Therapies
04.2024 - Current
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized intervention plans based on Applied Behavior Analysis principles.
- Reduced challenging behaviors by conducting functional behavior assessments and implementing appropriate interventions.
- Improved client communication skills through use of evidence-based language training techniques such as PECS and sign language.
- Promoted social skill development in group settings using targeted activities and role-playing exercises.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, communicating updates regularly to supervisory staff and relevant stakeholders.
- Increased client independence by teaching essential self-help skills such as toileting, dressing, and feeding.
- Developed rapport with clients by utilizing empathy and active listening skills, creating a supportive therapeutic environment conducive to learning.
- Enabled successful transitions between activities by implementing visual schedules, timers, and clear verbal cues tailored to each client''s needs.
Child Caregiver
Different Families at Marine Corps Base
03.2020 - 05.2023
- Helped to ensure the safety of children aged 1 to 5 years old
- Implemented different activities to help improve the children’s development and well-being
- Created a safe environment so the children felt safe and secure while supervised
- Became flexible with parents needs regarding their work schedule or plans.
- Improved communication skills by engaging children in age-appropriate conversations and active listening.
- Developed fine motor skills with hands-on activities such as arts and crafts or puzzles.
- Promoted healthy habits by encouraging regular exercise, outdoor play, and nutritious meals.
USO Volunteer
USO
09.2016 - 03.2018
- Volunteered in helping open the morning operations by opening the building and making sure everything was working up to par for over 25 sailors and families who needed a place to stay or lounge
- Helped coordinate “Operation Birthday Cake”, where families from around the world request their sailor have a birthday cake celebration
- Assisted in activities for kids and families in order to unite the community for holidays, to keep up with family dynamics
- Up kept the area, filled in snacks, drinks, and toiletries so that anyone can have snacks available at all times of the day.
- Promoted environmental awareness with educational workshops and hands-on activities.
Front Desk Receptionist
Hampton Inn and Suites
07.2015 - 01.2016
- Gave a warm welcome to guests, both adults and children
- Provided complimentary snacks, water to help build relationships with guests
- Created a positive fun environment to make guest feel comfortable to come to us for needs.
- Took careful and quick measurements in the event a problem arose
- Remained on task by making sure everything was organized to remain efficient.
- Involved in outside events with the community to network the brand and enhance the company name.
- Through software systems, was able to locate and accommodate over 50 guests and make new reservations that will best suit the customer’s needs.
Server/Front Desk/Bartender
Golden Lanes
10.2013 - 10.2014
- Greet customers, use Vector System register to sale and assign customers to lanes
- Answer phones, take messages, transfer calls to appropriate personnel
- Ensure to have a positive, friendly environment for kids and families
- Lane server: Took customer orders, up-sale, take orders out as fast as possible
- Ring up customers’ orders, bring checks to tables, made sure tables and area was clean at all times
- Make cocktails with distilled spirits, serve beer/wine, maintain bar area clean and sanitized
- Assist in banquets/ events, serving, bartending, set-up, and cleaning
Store Manager
KORE Skate Shop
02.2012 - 09.2012
- Managed a full volume store
- Performed quality customer creation and provided good service
- Involved in sponsoring kids to join the skate team
- Balanced out register in the morning and /or end of the night
- Used computer programs such as Outlook Express, Excel, and Word Office
- Payroll, schedules, hiring and interview process, set goals for individuals, always met requirements to fit visual standards.
Key Holder
Impression
06.2010 - 03.2011
- Operate the register, sale transactions, exchanges, give out store credits
- Help motivate associates to provide good customer service
- Open and close store
- Maintain and restock inventory
- Set individual goals for associate(s) in same shift.
Key Holder
Reebok International Outlet
10.2007 - 03.2010
- Assist store manager in coaching and motivating associates to provide high quality customer service, to make daily goals
- Perform quality customer service work to increase sales
- Developed a reputation for quality of work and timely completion of projects
- Proven history of being able to balance competing priorities and tight deadlines
- Manage daily operations such as running registers, counting money, and setting goals
- Develop new ways to increase sales
- Was a visuals manager, processed stock, brought out new products, used plan-o-gram.
Sales Associate
Anchor Blue
06.2006 - 11.2006
- Customer Service kept store clean organized to fit visual standards
- Processed stock and operated a register.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Maryland - Baltimore County
Baltimore, MD12.2023
B.S in Psychology, with a minor in Business Management -
University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD01.2023
A.A degree in Sociology -
Moreno Valley Community College
Moreno Valley, CA01.2016
High School Diploma -
Beaumont Senior High School
Beaumont, CA01.2008
Skills
- Behavior Management
- Boundary Setting
- Child Development
- Child Safety
- Enrichment Activities
- Infant care experience
- Self-management
- Behavioral Intervention
- Data Collection
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Treatment implementation
- Evidence-based interventions
- Progress Documentation
- Certified in CPR/AED
Additional Information
-Received a Clinical Mental Health Care Certificate from the University of Maryland
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Behavioral Therapist
Accel Therapies
04.2024 - Current
Child Caregiver
Different Families at Marine Corps Base
03.2020 - 05.2023
USO Volunteer
USO
09.2016 - 03.2018
Front Desk Receptionist
Hampton Inn and Suites
07.2015 - 01.2016
Server/Front Desk/Bartender
Golden Lanes
10.2013 - 10.2014
Store Manager
KORE Skate Shop
02.2012 - 09.2012
Key Holder
Impression
06.2010 - 03.2011
Key Holder
Reebok International Outlet
10.2007 - 03.2010
Sales Associate
Anchor Blue
06.2006 - 11.2006
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Maryland - Baltimore County
B.S in Psychology, with a minor in Business Management -
University of Maryland Global Campus
A.A degree in Sociology -
Moreno Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
Beaumont Senior High School
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