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Linda Walton

Norfolk,VA

Summary

My name is Linda Walton, but I go by my middle name, Riley. I have grown a strong passion of helping others in any way I can. Over the years , my work experience has taught me the importance of good costumer service, patience, and building a trustworthy relationships with everyone I meet.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Behavior Technician

Dare County Schools
08.2025 - Current
  • Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
  • Used Central Reach/Skill Based Training to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
  • Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
  • Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
  • Coordinated with teachers, teacher assistants, speech therapist, and occupational therapist to provide appropriate input and effectively formulate and implement treatment plans for patients.
  • Collaborated with client's support system and other treatment team specialist to implement positive interventions.
  • Communicate with the BCBA to go over treatment and intervention plans.
  • Building a trustworthy, friendly, and safe relationship with each of the students

Server

Shakas Beach Bar and Grill
03.2025 - Current
  • Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.

Server, Bartender, Busser, Host, and Expo

Surf Rider
09.2021 - 09.2024
  • When working in the food industry, you must put customers first, so I always make sure the customers are happy, and they leave feeling satisfied with my service. Some responsibilities working in the food industry pertain to:
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Greet guests and seat them at tables or in waiting areas - Provide guests with menus
  • Assign patrons to tables suitable for their needs and according to rotation so that servers receive the appropriate number of seatings
  • Answer telephone calls and respond to inquiries or transfer calls
  • Maintain constant with kitchen staff, management, serving staff, and customers to ensure that site details are handled properly and customers’ concerns are addressed - Inspect dining and serving areas to ensure cleanliness

Babysitting

Family
06.2014 - 03.2025
  • I have been babysitting for many of my mom's friends' kids over the years, and I've gained experience working with a variety of ages. I have worked with one family in particular for years now and have helped them in ways such as maintaining a safe play environment, dressing children and changing diapers, communicating with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues, assisting in preparing food and serving meals and refreshments to children, instruct children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet habits, and regulate children's rest periods.
  • Some of my other duties as a babysitter included:
  • Provides care to children inside and outside the home.
  • Ensures a healthy and safe environment for children when parents are away.
  • Prepares healthy snacks and meals.
  • Maintains daily feeding and care routines.
  • Performs light housework, including laundry.
  • Leads children in fun activities, such as playground visits and arts and crafts projects.
  • Keeps children's living and play areas tidy.
  • Encourages older children to complete chores.
  • Helps with homework and tutoring as needed.
  • Cares for infants, including feeding, diapering, and dressing.
  • Meets the physical, social, and emotional needs of children in their care.
  • Provides structure and communicates consistent behavioral expectations.
  • Encourages healthy habits and hygiene and helps with toilet training.
  • Transports children, including school pickup and drop-off, play dates, and activities.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Recreational Therapy; Minor in Psychology

Virginia Wesleyan University
Virginia Beach, VA
05.2024

Honors Diploma -

Norview High School
Norfolk, VA
06.2019

Skills

  • Written documentation and verbal communication skills
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Strong knowledge of the principles of recreational therapy
  • Broad experience working with people who have physical, mental, social, and emotional impairments
  • In-depth understanding of individualized planning
  • Respect the Code of Ethics and HIPPA
  • Passionate about helping other people through recreation program planning
  • Communicating with the treatment team

Certification

  • Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT)
  • Substituting License
  • CPI Crisis Prevention Institute
  • CPR


Timeline

Registered Behavior Technician

Dare County Schools
08.2025 - Current

Server

Shakas Beach Bar and Grill
03.2025 - Current

Server, Bartender, Busser, Host, and Expo

Surf Rider
09.2021 - 09.2024

Babysitting

Family
06.2014 - 03.2025

Bachelor of Science - Recreational Therapy; Minor in Psychology

Virginia Wesleyan University

Honors Diploma -

Norview High School

Community Service

Field Hockey Player in College Freshman/Sophomore Year, Joined Bible Study Club, Volunteered at Ronald McDonald's house to cook meals, Donate clothes to local thirst stores and CHKD, Volunteered for IBIKE, Volunteered for Aquatic Therapy 9-10 hours, Volunteered at Kempsville Recreation Center for the after-school program called ‘Champions’ for kids with ASD for 30 hours, SPCA volunteer events, organized charity events for local community members, and Recreational Therapy Internship 560 hours at Lake Taylor Transitional Care Hospital Norfolk, VA

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