Jody McAvoy
DSW
Greater Sudbury,ON
Summary
Compassionate Developmental Support Worker known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in behavior modification techniques, personalized care plans, and crisis intervention strategies. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to enhance quality of life for clients with developmental disabilities. Skilled at fostering independence while ensuring safety and well-being.
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Developmental Support Worker- EA
Lonsdale treatment centre
Greater Sudbury, Ontario
05.2021 - Current
- Provided emotional and practical support to individuals with learning disabilities in a residential setting.
- Assisted clients with daily living tasks such as shopping, meal preparation, budgeting, housekeeping duties.
- Organized recreational activities for clients to encourage physical activity and community involvement.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for clients based on their needs and preferences.
Rehabilitation Support Worker
March of Dimes of Canada
Greater Sudbury, Ontario
03.2016 - 05.2021
Educator
Our children our futur- Educator
Greater Sudbury, Ontario
01.2005 - 03.2015
- Taught basic language skills including reading readiness, phonics, writing.
- Developed lesson plans and activities to engage children in learning.
- Assisted with toilet training and diaper changing when necessary.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay abreast of current trends in early childhood education.
- Encouraged creativity through art projects and storytelling.
- Demonstrated excellent organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Adapted teaching methods based on individual student needs.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to promote desired behavior in children.
Education
Developmental Service Worker
College Boreal
Greater Sudbury, ON09-2000
Skills
- Confidentiality
- Initiative and proactivity
- Creativity and innovation
- Documentation and reporting
- Behavior management
- Crisis management
- Individualized care planning
- Behavior observation
- Crisis intervention
- Emotional support
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Written communication
- Trauma counseling
- Therapeutic techniques
Languages
French
First Language
French
Intermediate (B1)
B1
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Certification
- ABA
- CPI
- First aid and CPR
Timeline
Developmental Support Worker- EA
Lonsdale treatment centre
05.2021 - Current
Rehabilitation Support Worker
March of Dimes of Canada
03.2016 - 05.2021
Educator
Our children our futur- Educator
01.2005 - 03.2015
Developmental Service Worker
College Boreal
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