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Julie Shaw

Direct support professional
Windsor,Ontario

Summary

Adept at fostering independence and well-being in individuals with disabilities, my tenure at Community Living Windsor highlighted my proficiency in behavioral management and compassionate caregiving. Leveraging skills in crisis management and relationship building, I have worked for Community Living Windsor for 19 years and am very passionate about my job. I love helping others and will go above and beyond to improve anyone’s quality of life!

CPR/CPI certified.

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Work History

Direct Support Professional

Community Living Windsor
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • 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.
  • Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
  • Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
  • Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
  • Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
  • Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
  • Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
  • Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
  • Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
  • Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
  • Advocated for clients'' rights within the broader community, raising awareness about issues affecting those with disabilities.
  • Adapted support approaches based on individual client preferences, fostering increased trust and rapport over time.
  • Organized recreational events that encouraged relationship building among clients and increased their sense of belonging within the group home setting.
  • Served as a reliable point of contact for family members, maintaining open lines of communication about client progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each client''s unique needs.
  • Established strong relationships with local community resources to connect clients with additional supports as needed.
  • Enhanced individual care plans by collaborating closely with healthcare professionals, ensuring tailored support for each client.
  • Implemented behavior management plans to address challenging behaviors, promoting safe environment for all.
  • Adapted activities and support strategies to meet changing needs of clients, demonstrating flexibility and creativity.
  • Advocated for clients' needs and rights in various settings, enhancing their quality of life.
  • Conducted daily documentation of clients' progress and incidents, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
  • Coordinated with families and other caregivers, ensuring cohesive approach to client support.
  • Organized and participated in recreational activities, contributing to vibrant community life for residents.
  • Trained new staff on best practices in direct support, elevating overall quality of care provided.
  • Managed crisis situations effectively, maintaining calm and ensuring safety of clients and staff.
  • Enhanced communication skills of non-verbal clients using alternative communication devices.
  • Encouraged healthy lifestyles through nutritional planning and physical activities, improving clients' overall well-being.
  • Administered medication under supervision, ensuring adherence to healthcare plans.
  • Monitored and reported changes in clients' health and well-being, enabling timely interventions.
  • Improved clients' daily living skills with hands-on teaching and encouragement, promoting independence.
  • Assisted with personal care tasks, respecting clients' dignity and promoting self-reliance.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients, facilitating trust-based relationship for effective support.
  • Provided emotional and practical support to individuals, fostering positive and supportive living environment.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • 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.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.

Education

Bachelors Degree - Psychology

University of Windsor
Windsor, None
06.2006

Minor In - Sociology

University of Windsor
Windsor, None
06.2006

Skills

  • Time management
  • First aid and safety
  • Behavior redirection
  • Client support
  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Medication administration
  • Behavioral management
  • Client documentation
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Decision-making support
  • Health and safety requirements
  • Relationship building
  • Direct patient care
  • Transportation
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Patient care
  • Disability awareness
  • Client transportation
  • Goal setting
  • Team collaboration
  • Social skills development
  • Recreational activities
  • Crisis management
  • Patient management
  • Individualized support planning
  • Safety monitoring
  • Community integration
  • Medical records management
  • Care plan management
  • Care plan assessment
  • Transportation assistance
  • Nutrition
  • Problem-solving
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Daily living support
  • Empathy and patience
  • Active listening
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Case documentation
  • Behavioral support
  • Positive reinforcement
  • Client advocacy
  • Life skills training
  • Conflict resolution
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Mobility assistance
  • Self-care promotion
  • Report writing
  • Cultural awareness
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Wellness and nutrition knowledge
  • Charting and documentation
  • Personal care assistance
  • First aid and CPR
  • Case management experience
  • Therapeutic instruction
  • Healthcare
  • Client safety and first aid
  • Adaptive equipment use
  • Hygiene assistance
  • Community activities
  • Quality program protocols
  • Compassionate client care
  • Support plan management
  • Infection control procedures
  • CPR certification
  • Fast learner
  • Critical thinking
  • Documentation and recordkeeping
  • First aid certification
  • Medication management
  • Attentive to people
  • Ability to lift
  • Cooking meals
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • CPR/AED
  • Decision-making
  • Clear communication
  • Housekeeping

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

CPR/CPI certified and have been a DSP for 19 years!

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Community Living Windsor

Bachelors Degree - Psychology

University of Windsor

Minor In - Sociology

University of Windsor
Julie ShawDirect support professional