Developmental Support Worker
- Provided emotional and practical support to individuals with learning disabilities in a residential setting.
- Conducted assessments of clients' needs and abilities, developed individualized plans for each client, and monitored progress towards goals.
- Assisted clients with daily living tasks such as shopping, meal preparation, budgeting, housekeeping duties.
- Collaborated with other professionals including psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, teachers, medical staff members to ensure the best possible care for the clients.
- Developed meaningful relationships with the families of the clients to provide them with resources and support services.
- Organized recreational activities for clients to encourage physical activity and community involvement.
- Maintained accurate records regarding client's behavior changes or symptoms of distress in order to develop appropriate interventions.
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed by responding quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
- Created positive learning environments that promoted respect for diversity among all individuals served by the program.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Assisted in developing effective behavioral management strategies for challenging behaviors.
- Provided transportation for clients to appointments or recreational activities as necessary.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss client progress toward goals set forth in individual service plans.
- Attended workshops and seminars related to developmental disabilities as needed.
- Monitored medication usage according to physician instructions while ensuring proper documentation is maintained.
- Encouraged healthy lifestyle choices through nutrition education sessions or physical fitness activities.
- Actively listened to feedback from clients regarding their experiences within the program.
- Researched new methods of supporting individuals with developmental disabilities based on current research findings.
- Maintained high level of professionalism and calmness with personnel, even in high-stress situations.
- Maintained records of victim contacts for use in emergency or crisis situations.
- Evaluated and addressed individual client needs and concerns.
- Facilitated group activities and discussions to promote socialization, life skills development, and independent living skills.
- Encouraged clients to identify their own strengths and weaknesses while promoting self-confidence and independence.