Direct Support Professional
DeafBlind Ontario Services
Jackson's Point
10.2024 - Current
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Enhanced communication skills of non-verbal clients using alternative communication devices.
- Provided emotional and practical support to individuals, fostering positive and supportive living environment.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, facilitating trust-based relationship for effective support.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, maintaining calm and ensuring safety of clients and staff.
- Conducted daily documentation of clients' progress and incidents, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
- Assisted with personal care tasks, respecting clients' dignity and promoting self-reliance.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.