Dominique B.

Ricks
Dominique.B.Ricks@gmail.com
(571) 659 8062
5612 Joshua Tree Cl.
Fredericksburg, VA 22407
Objective

To obtain a position that utilizes my education, organizational abilities, and strong interpersonal skills.

Education

Bachelor of Science
December 2014, Cum Laude
Norfolk State University
Major(s): Interdisciplinary Studies, Concentrations: Psychology & Sociology
GPA: 3.515/4.00

Experience

Virginia Beach City Public Schools, Virginia Beach, VA

Avid Tutor

October 2014 to December 2014

Assisted in the improvement of organizational and critical thinking skills of students through tutorials
and binder checks, while encouraging higher learning

Norfolk State University, Norfolk, VA

February 2014 to December 2014
Presidential Intern Student-Athlete Academic Support Dept.

Developed a mentoring program to improve the overall success of student athletes

of my at risk mentees were academically eligible to participate in their sport at the end of
our three months, also getting them back on track for graduation
Provided academic support, tutoring, & guidance to student athletes
Supplied them with helpful tools & techniques to incorporate into building a resume
Emailed, confirmed, and managed multiple teams service hours, helping them reach their
quota
Prepared presentations of work, accomplishments & recommendations to showcase at monthly
meetings

Virginia Medical Alliance, Springfield, VA

Med Rec Clerk/Referral Coordinator/Reception

Referred patients to specialist and created time framed referrals for insurance companies
Multitasked by scheduling appointments, working reception, & operating calls
Filed over 100 patient medical records per day while analyzing and entering medical data
Referred new techniques to enter medical data quickly & more efficiently

NSU Spartan Success Center, Norfolk, VA

Head Peer Mentor

July 2011 to August 2014

September 2013 to December 2013

Worked with/mentored IUL classes (Introduction to University Life), while overseeing 3 other mentors
Transitioned freshmens into professional college students
Gave additional one on one mentoring regarding future plans & career goals

Computer
Skills

Microsoft Word *PowerPoint *Internet *Medical data entry (ICD9 codes and terms)

Organizations

Golden Key National Honour Society Member, Sept 2014 to Present

Honors

Deans List (Fall 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014) (Spring 2012, 2013, 2014) Honor Roll (Fall 2010) (Spring 2011)

ExtraCurricular

References

NSU Student Leadership Board/Dance Marathon member for 2 Years

For Kids Inc. volunteer tutor & Goodmojo Volunteer
Berkley Community Center Volunteer Tutor (2014)
Available upon request