Reliable Direct Care Worker offering exceptional care in home environments. Passionate about supporting patient progress by monitoring medication reactions, observing behaviors and teaching healthy habits. Dedicated to patient safety, wellness and happiness. Devoted and skilled in fostering client health and convenience through assisting with daily activities and health needs. Driven to promote healthy habits to encourage client well-being by demonstrating healthy habits. Dedicated to applying emerging techniques to derive best possible outcomes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Agency Field Specialist
Lifestyle Support Services Inc. LLC
Elmora, PA
2018.02 - Current
Scheduling Coordinator
NOVATime/Payroll Assistant
GEO Center/District Lead Supervisor
Outing/Itinerary Organizer/Planner
CareTracker/Awards by Foothold Trainer
New Hire trainer/Mentor
Site Compliance Inspector
Medication Administration Trainer/Auditor
Hands on Intervention/Restraint Specialist
Direct Support Care Professional
Residential Service Worker
Residential Program Supervisor
Family Visit Organizer/Planner
Client Financials Auditor
Site/Home Grocery Shopper
Coordinated the relocation of Clients to new homes and Professional Mover
Weekly On call Manager (Bi-weekly on weekends
Experienced Cook/ Trained younger staff to cook homestyle meals
Trained Staff to clean and maintain Residential Homes
Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
Developed relationships with families of those receiving services to ensure continuity of care.
Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
Automotive Technician
Al's Tires
Northern Cambria, PA
2016.07 - 2018.02
Conveyed troubleshooting diagnosis to customer and outlined proposed repair plan and associated costs.
Developed in-depth understanding of automotive systems and components to complete fast and accurate repairs.
Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications by replacing worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and spark plugs.
Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
Examined and inspected damaged vehicles, estimating repair costs prior to performing service.
Aligned wheels using special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines.
Licensed PA State Vehicle Safety Inspector
Licensed PA State Emissions Inspector
Certified 301 Coolant Dealer
Welding/ Chassis Fabricator
Automotive Technician
Stuckey Ford Subaru
Hollidaysburg, PA
2014.03 - 2016.07
Conducted routine servicing on fuel, electrical and cooling systems.
Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes.
Conducted scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, tune-ups, and filter replacements.
Aligned wheels using special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines.
Removed, replaced, balanced and rotated new or used tires to maintain on-road safety
Repaired engines and transmissions, providing labor and parts cost breakdowns for work performed.
Adjusted headlights for proper alignment per customer request.
Education
High School Diploma -
WyoTech - Blairsville
Blairsville, PA
2014-03
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
Shenandoah Junction, WV
2006-06
Skills
Patient Management
Appointment Scheduling
Transportation
Indirect Patient Care
Client Documentation
Direct Patient Care
Progress Documentation
First Aid and Safety
Care Plan Assessment
Nutrition
Infection Control Procedures
Medication Administration
Client Safety and First Aid
Knowledge of State Regulations
Charting and Documentation
Community Activities
Behavior Redirection
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Agency Field Specialist
Lifestyle Support Services Inc. LLC
2018.02 - Current
Automotive Technician
Al's Tires
2016.07 - 2018.02
Automotive Technician
Stuckey Ford Subaru
2014.03 - 2016.07
High School Diploma -
WyoTech - Blairsville
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High School
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