ALISSA STANTON
Chesterfield
Summary
Recent graduate from Virginia Tech with dual degrees in Psychology and Criminology and a minor in Adaptive Brain & Behavior. Passionate about understanding human behavior and supporting justice-involved individuals through research-based intervention. Seeking an entry-level position in social services, mental health, or criminal justice where I can apply my academic background and strong interpersonal skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4051
4051
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Sales Associate
Bath and Body Works
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
- Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
Direct Support Professional Intern
Diversity
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
Child Care Professional
Witte Family
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Balanced playtime and limited screen time to support development of fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skills.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
Sales Associate
Vera Bradley
06.2021 - 08.2022
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
Virginia Tech
Blacksburg, VA12-2024
Skills
- Time management
- Client support
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Strong Interpersonal Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Data entry
- Interview Protocol
- Microsoft Word
- R-studio
Academic Involvement
Alpha Phi, Member, Spring 2024-Fall 2024
- Wellness director: Developed and implemented comprehensive wellness programs to promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being among members., Successfully managed the wellness department budget, optimizing resource allocation and cost-effective program delivery.
Psychology Club, Member Fall 2021-Fall 2024
Timeline
Sales Associate
Bath and Body Works
03.2025 - 05.2025
Direct Support Professional Intern
Diversity
06.2024 - 08.2024
Child Care Professional
Witte Family
06.2023 - 08.2023
Sales Associate
Vera Bradley
06.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Virginia Tech
Bachelor of Science - Criminology
Virginia Tech
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