ANAMARIE SANTOS
Downey
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with extensive experience at Punzalan Homes Inc. Level 4G and Santos Home Care level 4C, skilled in client support and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance client independence through personalized care plans and effective relationship building. Committed to maintaining safety and compliance while fostering a nurturing environment for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
SANTOS HOME CARE
Anaheim, CA
04.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Implemented individualized care plans, enhancing client engagement and well-being.
- Monitored and documented client progress, reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and effective communication.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Administered medication under supervision, ensuring adherence to healthcare plans.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
Lead Direct Support Professional /Residential House Manager
PUNZALAN HOMES INC
Anaheim, CA
08.2019 - 07.2023
- Supervised daily activities for individuals with developmental disabilities, ensuring safety and well-being.
- Developed and implemented personalized care plans to enhance client independence and quality of life.
- Monitored progress of clients, adjusting strategies based on individual needs and feedback from families.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by streamlining documentation processes for compliance with regulatory standards.
- Supported clients in achieving personal goals with tailored assistance in daily living tasks such as hygiene, meal preparation, and household chores.
- Developed strong relationships with clients'' families to foster trust, open communication, and continuity of care.
- Oversaw daily operations at residential facilities while adhering to strict guidelines set forth by regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Ensured client safety and well-being by diligently monitoring living spaces and proactively addressing potential hazards or concerns.
- Maintained accurate documentation on all aspects of client care to ensure compliance with regulations and facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Education
Diploma / Certificate - CNA
SISU CARE
Anaheim, CA04-2025
ASSOCIATE - MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING
American Career College
CA04-2024
Bachelor of Science - Financial Management
OCCIDENTAL MINDORO STATE COLLEG
PHILIPPINES05-2017
Bachelor of Science - ACCOUNTING TECHNOLOGY
DIVINE WORD OF COLLEGE
PHILIPPINES03-2015
Skills
- Time management
- Client support
- First aid and safety
- Medication administration
- Client documentation
- Health and safety requirements
- Relationship building
- Direct patient care
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient care
- Goal setting
- Medical records management
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
Direct Support Professional Yr. 1 - 04/29/2021
Direct Support Professional Yr. 2 - 09/2/2021
ARF Administration Certificate - 12/5/24 - 12/5/26
Non - Violent Crisis Prevention Intervention Certificate
CPR & First Aid Certificate
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
SANTOS HOME CARE
04.2023 - Current
Lead Direct Support Professional /Residential House Manager
PUNZALAN HOMES INC
08.2019 - 07.2023
Diploma / Certificate - CNA
SISU CARE
ASSOCIATE - MEDICAL BILLING AND CODING
American Career College
Bachelor of Science - Financial Management
OCCIDENTAL MINDORO STATE COLLEG
Bachelor of Science - ACCOUNTING TECHNOLOGY
DIVINE WORD OF COLLEGE