Derrick Gonsalves
Brechin,ON
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with Christian Horizons, skilled in crisis intervention and behavioral assessment. Successfully facilitated community integration and personal goal achievement for clients, enhancing their independence and well-being. Known for effective family communication and providing compassionate emotional support, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all individuals served.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Christian Horizons
05.2009 - 05.2023
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Served as a reliable point of contact for family members, maintaining open lines of communication about client progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Coordinated with families and other caregivers, ensuring cohesive approach to client support.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, maintaining calm and ensuring safety of clients and staff.
- Provided emotional and practical support to individuals, fostering positive and supportive living environment.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
Skills
- Crisis intervention
- Behavioral assessment
- Care plan development
- Client transportation
- Personal care
- Family communication
- Emotional support
- Transportation
- Behavior redirection
- Active listening
- First aid and CPR
- Personal care assistance
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Professional Working
Punjabi
Limited Working
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Christian Horizons
05.2009 - 05.2023
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