Zacharie Straley
Olympia,WA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Highly skilled and enthusiastic professional with years of experience working across various fields of employment. Successfully oversee human resources, budgeting, supply management and client services. Motivated individual with engaging personality and flexible approach. Upbeat, friendly and anticipating needs to facilitate minimal stress experiences. Experience with lab settings, as well as clinical psychology methods, suicide prevention and CBT.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Life Skills Instructor
Life Force Services
Olympia, WA
02.2024 - Current
- Supported people with developmental disabilities and autism in building multi-faceted skillset to promote independence and self-confidence.
- Coached clients through difficult life circumstances.
- Intervened in crisis situations to provide counseling and support.
Teachers Aid
The Evergreen State College
Olympia, WA
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
Delivery Driver and Ride Share
Uber
Olympia, WA
12.2022 - 01.2024
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
ABA Behavior Therapist
ACES
Lakewood, WA
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Performed behavioral therapy assessments and treatments in patients' homes with and without direct supervision.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans to improve gross and fine motor coordination, movement, and functioning of upper extremities.
- Monitored and documented client progress using data collection techniques.
- Provided one-on-one Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for neurodivergent clients in clinical setting.
Sea Farm Hand and Delivery Driver
Kamilche Sea Farms
Shelton, WA
05.2018 - 01.2020
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
Direct Support Professional
Community Resources
Olympia, WA
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Golf Course Groundskeeper
Waterford Golf Club
Rock Hill, SC
08.2017 - 09.2017
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Understood and followed verbal and written landscaping instructions to complete complex tasks correctly.
Auto Detailer
Quick C Car Wash (now Autobell Car Wash)
Rock Hill, SC
04.2016 - 09.2016
- Maintained clean, tidy and safe work environment.
- Cleaned upholstery, rugs and other surfaces by using cleaning agents, applicators and cleaning devices.
- Inspected interior and exterior of vehicles for cleanliness and accurately identified imperfections outside vehicle standards.
Backroom Logistics
Target
Olympia, WA
11.2014 - 03.2015
- Received incoming merchandise and stored in correct stock locations.
- Picked and packed order items.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
Instructional Aide, F.M.P.S. and Assistant Manager
Stone Belt Arc
Bloomington, IN
11.2012 - 02.2014
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
Gas Dock Attendant
White Lake Marina
Whitehall, MI
05.2012 - 09.2012
- Followed safety protocols while working, avoiding accidents and injuries.
- Confirmed excellent customer service by quickly resolving customer concerns.
- Monitored and maintained organized work space, confirming efficient operations.
- Operated dock fuel dispensers and pump-out equipment.
- Aided boaters in docking and securing watercrafts at fuel dock.
Floor Maintenance Technician
Diversified Maintenance
Grand Rapids, MI
12.2011 - 05.2012
- Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
- Deep cleaned or replaced flooring, performing stripping, sealing and finishing tasks.
- Stripped and refinished hard surface floors to maintain quality condition and appearance.
- Used power scrubbing and waxing machines to scrub and polish floors.
Crew Member
Burger King
Muskegon, MI
05.2009 - 12.2011
- Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
- Provided excellent customer service by greeting customers and meeting quality expectations.
Youth Basketball Coach
White Lake Area Community Education
Muskegon, MI
09.2006 - 06.2008
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Developed and implemented effective training and skills development strategies to improve overall team performance.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
Education
Bachelor Of Art & Science - Biology, Chemistry And Psychology
The Evergreen State College
Olympia, WA06.2024
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- First Aid and Safety
- Care Plan Assessment
- Behavior Redirection
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Charting and Documentation
- Health and Safety Requirements
- Emotional and Social Support
- Medication Administration
- Research Proficiency
- Writing Reports
- Environmental Science
- Biological Chemistry
- Field Surveys
- Writing Scientific Papers
- Interpretation of Findings
- Daily Living Skills Instruction
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Instructional Techniques
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Adaptive Learning
- Emotional Support
- HIPAA Requirements
- First Aid
- Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP)
- IEP Goals
- Speech Services
- Client Direct Care
- Patient and Family Education
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Interpersonal Skills Development
- Cognitive Disabilities Knowledge
Certification
Mycology Certification
Timeline
Teachers Aid
The Evergreen State College
04.2024 - 06.2024
Life Skills Instructor
Life Force Services
02.2024 - Current
ABA Behavior Therapist
ACES
05.2023 - 09.2023
Delivery Driver and Ride Share
Uber
12.2022 - 01.2024
Sea Farm Hand and Delivery Driver
Kamilche Sea Farms
05.2018 - 01.2020
Direct Support Professional
Community Resources
09.2017 - 05.2018
Golf Course Groundskeeper
Waterford Golf Club
08.2017 - 09.2017
Auto Detailer
Quick C Car Wash (now Autobell Car Wash)
04.2016 - 09.2016
Backroom Logistics
Target
11.2014 - 03.2015
Instructional Aide, F.M.P.S. and Assistant Manager
Stone Belt Arc
11.2012 - 02.2014
Gas Dock Attendant
White Lake Marina
05.2012 - 09.2012
Floor Maintenance Technician
Diversified Maintenance
12.2011 - 05.2012
Crew Member
Burger King
05.2009 - 12.2011
Youth Basketball Coach
White Lake Area Community Education
09.2006 - 06.2008
Bachelor Of Art & Science - Biology, Chemistry And Psychology
The Evergreen State College