Highly motivated and dedicated team player with passion for helping others live a full inclusive life, achieve their goals and experience new opportunities. Possesses excellent organizational and communication skills and provides individualized assistance and support.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Brantwood Community Services
04.2014 - Current
Day Program Setting
Develop and facilitate classes and activities filling gaps in the day program.
Assisted individuals to support independence and well-being.
Build rapport and relationships with the individuals attending programs along with their families.
Document daily notes on each individuals based on their activities completed.
Assist individuals in choosing news goals every year and documenting goal progress.
Building community relationships.
Group Home Setting
Administer medication as directed.
Maintain clean, safe, and well-organized home environment.
Assist with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Encourage and support clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions.
Develop rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
Cook meals and assist individuals with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Support daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
Supervisor
Shoppers Drug Mart
05.2006 - 03.2014
Opening and closing of the store.
Responsible for answering employees' questions and provide information on procedures or policies.
Assign employees to specific tasks and duties.
Completion of weekend bank deposits.
Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
Direct Support Professional /Senior Direct Support Professional at Emmaus HomesDirect Support Professional /Senior Direct Support Professional at Emmaus Homes