Abdulai Sesay
Moorhead,MN
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Attentive CAREGIVER passionate about offering expert support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant and devoted to patients. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational and conflict management skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
CCRI Moorhead
09.2019 - Current
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- 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.
Direct Support Professional/Supervisor
Midwest Community Residential ServicesMM
06.2017 - 10.2018
- Promoted independence among clients by teaching essential life skills such as budgeting, cooking, and public transportation use.
- Increased community integration for clients through the organization of social events, volunteer opportunities, and outings.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to coordinate medical appointments for clients, ensuring proper follow-up on treatments and recommendations.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for direct support professionals to identify areas of improvement and guide professional development.
- Assisted in staffing decisions including selection, hiring, training, scheduling, and mentoring new team members to ensure quality care provision.
- Enhanced individual care by developing personalized support plans for clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Developed and maintained a constructive partnership with external agencies to support clients'' involvement in recreational, educational, and vocational programs.
CNA/Senior Caregiver
Bethany Nursing Home
08.2015 - 07.2018
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - History And Political Sc
Fourah Bay College, University of Sierra Leone
Freetown Sierra Leone10.2006
Skills
First aid and safety
Behavior redirection
Client Support
Compassionate Caregiving
Certification
- DCA - Direct Care Aide
Reading and soccer
Alway like reading extensively, especially books on history, Literatures and politics and like watching soccer in my free time.
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
CCRI Moorhead
09.2019 - Current
Direct Support Professional/Supervisor
Midwest Community Residential ServicesMM
06.2017 - 10.2018
CNA/Senior Caregiver
Bethany Nursing Home
08.2015 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Arts - History And Political Sc
Fourah Bay College, University of Sierra Leone