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Angela MacNeil

Brampton,ON

Summary

Experienced, hardworking and dependable Direct Support Professional passionate about offering support for individual's emotional, physical and mental needs and enhancement of quality of life. Caring, well rounded and devoted to individuals with developmental disabilities. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational and conflict management skills.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Mary Centre Of The Archdiocese Of Toronto
09.2020 - Current
  • Assisted individuals with developmental disabilities c to support independence and well-being.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
  • Supported and monitored progress of individual's identified goals as outlined in Individual Support Plan
  • Collaborated with and maintained communication and collaborated with community partners

Integrated Seniors Coordinator

Mary Centre Of The Archdiocese Of Toronto
01.2003 - 09.2020
  • Provided 1:1 support for adults with developmental disabilities to participate in community activities on a weekly basis
  • Managed a caseload of 6 clients
  • Kept detailed notes of daily activities
  • Supported individuals to meet goals as outlined in their Individual Support Plans
  • Created and led a weekly recreational group for community participation for adults with developmental disabilities
  • Manage a team of community support workers in community and independent living settings.
  • Provided agency wide after hours support on a rotational on call basis
  • Tracked records, filed documents and maintained communication between clients , families and community partners
  • Managing budgets for various programs, petty cash and monthly travel expenses
  • Participated in workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development.
  • Membership in various committees including Day -Support Cluster, Ontario Partnership of Aging and Developmental Disabilities (OPADD) and Training and Development

Direct Support Professional

Mary Centre Of The Archdiocese Of Toronto
04.1997 - 12.2002
  • Assisted individuals with developmental disabilities to support independence and well-being
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized living environment.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Developed and implemented individualized support plans to meet individual needs of each client.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Researched community resources and services to provide accessibility and assistance to clients.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Assisted individuals with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

York University
Toronto, ON
04.2002

Rehabilitation Services

York - Seneca
04.2002

Developmental Services Worker Diploma -

Humber College
Toronto, ON
06.1997

Skills

  • Behavioral Management
  • Client documentation
  • Direct Personal Care
  • ADL support
  • Progress Documentation
  • Meal planning and preparation
  • Behavior redirection
  • Case Management
  • Goal Setting
  • Medication Administration

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Certification

First Aid/CPR

WHIMIS

Pharmacology

Fire Safety

Food Safety

Slips Trips and Falls

Protecting The Vulnerable

UMABB

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Mary Centre Of The Archdiocese Of Toronto
09.2020 - Current

Integrated Seniors Coordinator

Mary Centre Of The Archdiocese Of Toronto
01.2003 - 09.2020

Direct Support Professional

Mary Centre Of The Archdiocese Of Toronto
04.1997 - 12.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

York University

Rehabilitation Services

York - Seneca

Developmental Services Worker Diploma -

Humber College
Angela MacNeil