Marquita Walls

mwalls4@kent.edu
I am interested in securing a position in the Social & Community Service field where I can apply my
Education and eight years of mental health experience and leadership skills to individuals with
special needs.
EDUCATION
Kent State University
Kent, OH
B.A. Interpersonal Communication
Dec. 2015

Minor Health Communication

Gaston College
Dallas, NC
Early Childhood Diploma
North Gaston
Dallas, NC
High School Diploma
EXPERIENCE
Direct Care Staff
SUMMIT COUNTY DD
OH

Dec. 2005

May, 2002

Tallmadge,
January 2011 - Present

Guide clients in the development of skills and strategies on how to perform in a work place
setting. Also assist with daily needs such as feeding, toileting and work place activities.
Supervised and managed groups of individuals with production piece work.
Home health aide
CAMBRIDGE HOME HEALTHCARE
Akron, OH
March 2009 - February 2013

Care for patients by changing bed linens, washing and ironing laundry, cleaning, or assisting
with their personal care.

Plan, purchase, prepare, or serve meals to patients or other family members, according to
prescribed diets.
Para-professional
TRUE BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE
Gastonia,
NC
February 2006 - June 2008

Provide extra assistance to students with special needs, such as non-English-speaking

students or those with physical and mental disabilities.

Supervise students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, school yards, and gymnasiums, or on field
trips. Observe students' performance, and record relevant data to assess progress.
Business Office Manager
COUNTRY TIME ASST. LIVING
Kings Mt. NC
October 2003 - May 2006

Plan, administer and control budgets for contracts, equipment and supplies.

Monitor the facility to ensure that it remains safe, secure, and well-maintained.

Hire and terminate clerical and administrative personnel

ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Excel * Prezi *Java/Script *CPR/First Aid *Telephone Switchboard *Micro-soft