Timya Ragin
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Education
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University Greensboro, NC
B.A., Psychology December 2012
Areas of Competency
Chemistry Direct Care Communication Technical Proficiency Supervising
Sales/Marketing Financial Management Customer Service Inventory Control Relationship Management
Mentoring Record Maintenance Scheduling Counseling Administrative
Support
EXPERIENCE
Xerox-CVS Caremark Coverage and Appeals Department Raleigh, NC
Intake Agent (32-40hrs M-F/10am-630pm) December 2013-March 2014
• Initiating member requests
• Confirming member eligibility
• Ensuring accurate priority
• Routing cases to the correct queues
• Gathering basic member information
Holly Hill Hospital Raleigh,NC
Mental Health Technician (32-40hrs weekly T-F/8am-430pm) June 2013-Present
• Assist in the direct care and management of patients across all age ranges with medical and behavioral issues.
• Assists with unit programming to facilitate the carryover of therapy issues, leisure activities and daily living
functions.
• Provide safe, supportive, nurturing and therapeutic human interaction.
• Demonstrate creativity and problem solving skills.
• Interact effectively with patients, peers and families.
• Implement behavior program.
• Supervise therapeutic and recreational activities.
• Provide clear and concise documentation at all times.
Hope Services Raleigh, NC
Residential Co-Manager (32-40hrs M-Th/3pm-11pm) March 2013-May 2013
• Supervised Direct Care Staff.
• Implemented individualized plan of care designed for consumers.
• Conducted medication inventories
• Served as a positive role model to assure positive therapeutic relationships.
• Participated in weekly service planning meetings.
• Maintained confidentiality and adhere to policies and procedure of clients rights.
• Adhere to crisis intervention techniques and procedures.
• Conducted weekly educational groups based on Life Skills.
World Overcomers Christian Church
Lead Teacher (volunteer) (2 hours on Sunday) Durham, NC
• Provide care for children 0-6 years including special needs. January 2013-
Present
• Prepare age appropriate learning material using Biblical principle.
• Adopt and maintained friendly and nurturing environment.
• Engage students in weekly plan activity to encourage learning .
CVS Pharmacy Durham, NC
Pharmacy Technician (20hours weekly) June 2012-August 2012
• Received and filled prescription requests for patients.
• Counted, poured, measured and weighed tablets and medications, mixed medications, selected the proper
prescription container, created prescription labels.
• Prepared insurance claim forms, maintained patient profiles, completed cash register transactions, answer
phone, and took inventory of over-the counter medications.
North Carolina Agriculture and Technical State University Greensboro, NC
Research Initiative Scientific Enrichment Clerical Assistant(10 hours weekly) January2012 -May 2012
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience of office equipment, document creation, file maintenance, and
phone etiquette
• Organized inventory within the Star Center and assisted lab coordinator in purchasing and reconciliation of
supplies
• Scheduled seminar guests and coordinated activities to outline the agenda for the program
Family Council-Good Beginnings Program Greensboro, NC
Parenting Intern (volunteer/5-10 hours weekly) September 2011-December 2011
• Co-facilitated adolescent parenting groups on prenatal care and provided individual counseling on decision
making
• Facilitated self-esteem workshops and demonstrated how to develop/achieve short and long term goals
Black Child Development Greensboro, NC
Tutor (volunteer/3-5 hours weekly) October 2010-April 2010
• Provided after school tutoring and academic counseling for elementary, middle and high school students
• Created tools/methods relating to learning styles, environments, and behaviors to promote effective study skill
habits
North Durham Public Library Durham, NC
Page Worker (20 hours weekly) March2008 - June 2008
• Provided clerical support for the Circulation Unit of the Southwest Regional Library
• Checked materials in and out, answers and/or routes patron inquiries, registers patrons for library cards and
generates various reports using library’s software program.
• Located library materials for patrons, including books, periodicals, tape cassettes, and pictures. Instructed
patrons on how to use reference sources, card catalogs and automated information systems.
• Inspected returned books for damaged condition, due-date status and computed any applicable fines
TJ Maxx Department Store Durham, NC
Sales Associate(20 hrs weekly) August 2006- March 2008
• Performed financial transactions including returns, voids, mark-downs, exchanges, and purchases
• Marketed merchandise to appeal to customers and assist in the selection/decision-making process to promote
sales
• Interacted with patrons of diverse backgrounds and friendly exceptional customer service thus enhancing the
experience
Additional Community& Service Learning
Barber Park (January 2010), Cove Creek Garden (April 2009),University Career Fair (September 2008),NCAT
“University Day Program” (August 2008),Duke University Hospital (June 2003-August 2003)
CAMPUS ACTIVITIES
• Toastmasters Charter Member (August 2012 – Present) – Critique and presented speeches to improve public
speaking
• Pharmacy Technician Training Initiative Program (September 2011 – May 2012) – Gained knowledge in
pharmacology
• Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology (January 2010 – Present) – Assisted and volunteered in
activities
• Psychology Club Historian (May 2012) – Informed study body about events in the psychology department
• President of Residential Hall Association (August 2010 – May 2011) – Planned and organized residential
activities
• RISE Scholar Program (September 2008 – August 2010) – Conducted research in area of study
HONORS & AWARDS
Psychology Honor Society Academic Achievement Award, RISE Program Merit Certificate & Scholastic
Achiever Award, NCAT Summer Transportation Institute Outstanding Leadership and Completion Award, Shodor
Program Forensic Science & Math Award
Honors / Awards
Psychology Honor Society Academic Achievement Award
RISE Program Merit Certificate & Scholastic Achiever Award
NCAT Summer Transportation Institute Outstanding Leadership and Completion Award
Organizations
Pharmacy Technician Training Initiative Program (September 2011-May 2012)
International Honor Society in Psychology (Psi Chi) January 2010-Present
Psychology Club Historian (May 2012)
President- Residential Hall Association (August 2010-May 2011)
RISE Research Experience: (June 2009-September 2009)
North Carolina Agricultural &Technical State University; Dr.Kanipes
Isolate fatty acids from Enterbacter Sackazaki (bacteria) and test the effects of temperatures on the survival, structure, and
metabolism in baby formula
NCA&T State University; Dr. Maya Corneille
Collecting and organizing research Scholar Program (September 2008-August 2010)