Zenaida Ganas
Tehachapi
Summary
Compassionate Direct Support Professional Caregiver with experience in providing personalized care to individuals with different types of disabilities. Skilled in implementing effective behavior management strategies, creating individualized care plans, and fostering supportive relationships. Demonstrated ability to inspire trust and build rapport, leading to improved patient wellbeing and autonomy. Previous work has made notable impacts by improving quality of life for clients through consistent, high-quality support and compassion.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1984
1984
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Diana Finney
Sacramento
02.2022 - 12.2025
- Assisted individuals with daily living skills and personal care needs.
- Supported clients in developing social and communication skills.
- Implemented individualized care plans tailored to client needs.
- Collaborated with families and healthcare professionals for effective care delivery.
- Documented client progress and reported concerns to supervisors regularly.
- Monitored client activities to ensure safety and well-being.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and families.
- Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Ensured a safe and clean environment for clients at all times.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client behavior, progress notes and incident reports.
- Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
High School Guidance Counselor
Dept of Education Philippines
Canaan
12.2007 - 06.2013
- Provided academic counseling to students for career and educational planning.
- Facilitated workshops on study skills and personal development for students.
- Collaborated with teachers to support student mental health and well-being.
- Conducted assessments to identify student needs and recommend resources.
- Coordinated college and scholarship applications for graduating students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Eastern Visayas State University
Philippines 06.1981 - 04.1985
Lawaan High School
Philippines Skills
- Care plan implementation
- Client health monitoring
- Personal care assistance
- Documentation accuracy
Certification
- DSP 1 and 2 certificates
- 12 units of CEU
- CPR certificate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Diana Finney
02.2022 - 12.2025
High School Guidance Counselor
Dept of Education Philippines
12.2007 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Science - Education
Eastern Visayas State University
06.1981 - 04.1985
Lawaan High School