Oscar Millan
Norwalk
Summary
Compassionate Direct Support Professional with a proven track record at P.A.L.S, enhancing clients' emotional well-being and daily living skills. Skilled in developing personalized care plans and training staff, while fostering community integration and social engagement. Adept in medication administration and active listening, ensuring high-quality support for individuals with disabilities.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
P.A,L.S
03.2007 - Current
- Provided compassionate support to individuals with disabilities, enhancing daily living skills and emotional well-being.
- Developed personalized care plans, ensuring alignment with individual needs and preferences for optimal support.
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices in caregiving and client interaction to improve service quality.
- Facilitated recreational activities, promoting social engagement and fostering a sense of community among clients.
Administrator
People in Progress
09.1994 - Current
Programming Daily duties of staff for the care and well being of residents. Managing all fascists of ARF functions, from meetings with family's, case workers, to CCL. Also mantling a safe and clean work and home environment.
- Participated in training sessions to develop operational skills and knowledge.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Gate High School
South Gate, CA06-1990
No Degree - Sociology
Rio Hondo College
Whittier, CAAdministrative License -
ARF35
San Fernando, CA07-2025
Skills
- Disability awareness
- Emotional support
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Community integration
- Transportation assistance
- Activity planning
- Self-advocacy support
- First aid and CPR
- Special needs care
- Daily living assistance
- Medication administration
- Behavior redirection
- Behavioral management
- Documentation
- Compassionate communication
- Medical records management
- Basic housekeeping
- Housekeeping
- Team collaboration
- Care plan management
- First aid and safety
- COVID-19 safety policies
- Active listening
- Social interaction
- Conflict resolution
- Nutrition
Accomplishments
28 years experience, working at the same adult residential facility. Serving the same resident and providing quality care. Also more then 15 year working as a Direct support professional.
Certification
State of California Department of Socail Services "Administrator Certification".
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
P.A,L.S
03.2007 - Current
Administrator
People in Progress
09.1994 - Current
High School Diploma -
South Gate High School
No Degree - Sociology
Rio Hondo College
Administrative License -
ARF35