Benjamin A. Assaff
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Cell 517-***-****
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PROFILE
I am a self-motivated, focused individual with a strong background in care
giving for individuals with developmental disabilities, implementing
behavior modification techniques, and printing technologies. I am seeking a
position in a progressive work environment. My specific background
includes:
> Extensive experience in integrating clients into positive social
settings and social interactions
> Strong background in client behavior modification and goal setting
> Background in the maintenance of regular client medication regimens
EXPERIENCE
Community Mental Health, Lansing, MI (October 2008-Present)
Residential Technician
. Monitored and provided care for 7-8 clients with mental and
developmental disabilities within a home setting
. Assisted clients with everything from physical hygiene to meal
preparation and followed specific dietary restrictions
. Distributed medication for all clients multiple times a day and
performed first aid
. Was required to take a CPR certification course prior to working
within the group home
. Provided client transportation, in a company vehicle, for medical and
leisure activity
Cottage Inn Pizza, East Lansing, MI (January 2008-November 2008)
Delivery Driver/Kitchen Cook
. Delivered orders to customers
. Prepared pizzas per customer orders
. Received and processed customer telephone orders
Community Based Interventions, Lansing, MI (August 2006-December 2007)
Behavioral Aide
. Provided behavior modification to 5-7 clients with closed head
injuries
. Integrated clients into a positive work routine to prepare them for
self-sufficiency following release from the program
. Assisted clients in establishing behavioral goals, including daily
activities, financial planning and independent outings
. Maintained regular medication regimens, dispensing daily medication to
clients
. Provided client transportation as needed, using both a company-
provided truck and my personal vehicle.
Jackson National Life Insurance, Lansing, MI (October 2005-July-2006)
Telephone Service Representative (temporary)
. Responded to customer telephone calls (Life of Georgia and
Jackson National Life)
. Provided customers with assistance in making policy changes
. Updated system records as appropriate
Licensing Specialist I (temporary)
. Processed Producer of Record updates in Performance Plus System
. Utilized Policy Locator system to determine policy type, as
needed
Action Printing, Mason, MI (July 2005-October 2005)
Screen Printer
. Set up all jobs for printing as needed
. Printed assigned quantities of shirts
. Performed clean-up of screens
EDUCATION
Lansing Community College, Lansing, MI: Associate's Degree (focus in
Fine Arts), May 2006