India Bennett
Sanford,FL
Summary
Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver Support
Lakewood Center Foundation Inc.
Fern Park , FL
2019.12 - Current
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
Family Support Worker
Children's Home Network
Orlando, Florida , Florida
2020.01 - 2021.06
- Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
- Visited home environments to help clients develop comprehensive life, technical and job skills.
- Used interactive visuals and static worksheets to teach each student algebra and writing techniques.
- Increased youth participation in pro-social activities through collaboration with therapist assistants and community resources.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Interviewed individuals and families to assess needs and provide informational resources.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Completed home welfare checks to align with state and program guidelines.
Family Support Specialist
Devereux Florida
Sanford , Florida
2014.08 - 2019.06
- Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
- Visited home environments to help clients develop comprehensive life, technical and job skills.
- Planned, promoted and managed parent workshops on assisting children in attaining academic success.
- Documented data and completed accurate updates to case records.
- Completed home welfare checks to align with state and program guidelines.
- Built solid and trusting rapport with children and families, fostering trust and communication to meet case needs.
- Successfully maintain clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
- Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.
Direct Care Professional
Devereux Florida
Orlando, Florida , Florida
2007.09 - 2014.08
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Arranged transportation and accompanied patients to doctors' offices and errands.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
Behavioral Management Technician
The Grove Counseling Center
Sanford , FL
2005.09 - 2007.10
- Kept facility clean, performed basic maintenance and restocked supplies to support program needs.
- Facilitated on-site activities, support groups and outings for clients.
- Utilized variety of methods, skills and tools to provide direct behavior support to students on caseload.
- Developed intervention support plans for students to build behavioral skill capacity and preserve student access to instruction.
- Prepared and submitted daily reports to management.
- Conducted client rounds to check on residents.
- Performed client intake procedures according to internal standards for new admissions.
- Completed documentation for every incident and forwarded to correct personnel for review.
- Searched resident belongings prior to and during stays.
- Recognized individuals under influence of drugs or alcohol and typical behaviors associated with each.
- Developed goal-oriented psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients' level of functioning.
Assistant Teacher
Holycross Lutheran Daycare Center
Lake Mary , Florida
2003.09 - 2005.09
- Worked with teachers to design lesson plans and coordinate activities for classes, consistently noting successful ideas and identifying areas for improvement.
- Provided one-on-one and group-based learning support to maintain student progress and development.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on details such as behavior, grades, comprehension and personal growth.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Seminole High School
Sanford, FL05.2003
Skills
- Sound Judgment
- Caring Companionship
- Time Management
- Supportive Personality
- Client Records Management
- Needs Assessment
- Progress Tracking
- Service Documentation
- Team Collaboration
- Spreadsheet Tracking
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Word Processing
- Laptop and Tablet Operation
Timeline
Family Support Worker
Children's Home Network
2020.01 - 2021.06
Caregiver Support
Lakewood Center Foundation Inc.
2019.12 - Current
Family Support Specialist
Devereux Florida
2014.08 - 2019.06
Direct Care Professional
Devereux Florida
2007.09 - 2014.08
Behavioral Management Technician
The Grove Counseling Center
2005.09 - 2007.10
Assistant Teacher
Holycross Lutheran Daycare Center
2003.09 - 2005.09
High School Diploma -
Seminole High School