Adriel Harris
Altoona
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with extensive experience at Skills Of Central Pennsylvania, skilled in compassionate caregiving and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance client well-being through tailored care plans and effective crisis intervention. Committed to fostering independence and dignity while maintaining a safe, supportive environment for individuals with disabilities.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Skills Of Central Pennsylvania
- 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.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
Caregiver
From the Heart
06.2022 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- 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.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Photo Center Technician
Walmart
03.2011 - 10.2013
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues, leading to positive reviews and repeat business.
- Developed strong knowledge of the company''s products, services, and promotions, effectively communicating these offerings to customers to drive sales.
- Cultivated a positive work environment by fostering open communication among team members and providing constructive feedback that facilitated professional growth.
- Assisted customers in navigating online ordering platforms, resulting in a smoother experience and increased sales.
- Contributed to the growth of the company''s reputation with excellent quality control in producing high-quality photo prints and merchandise.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on printing equipment to minimize downtime caused by malfunctions or repair requirements.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently processing photo orders and providing personalized assistance.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of large-scale projects, meeting strict deadlines and customer expectations.
Behavior Technician
Merakey Behavioral Health
10.2016 - 05.2019
- Provided one-on-one support to clients with autism spectrum disorders, addressing unique behavioral needs.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when necessary to maintain a safe environment for both staff and clients alike during high-stress situations.
- Enhanced client progress by implementing individualized behavior intervention plans.
- Promoted positive behaviors by reinforcing desired actions and effectively addressing challenging issues.
- Assisted in data collection and analysis, contributing to the ongoing evaluation of client progress.
- Developed and implemented reinforcement systems to encourage positive behaviors.
- Maintained detailed records of client behaviors and interventions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time.
- Adapted therapy materials as needed to meet the unique needs of each individual client, ensuring optimal engagement during sessions.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Developed strong rapport with clients and their families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the therapeutic process.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Assessed client progress regularly, adjusting intervention strategies as needed to ensure continued growth and development.
- Improved client communication skills through the use of evidence-based practices and techniques.
- Assisted in the creation of visual supports and schedules for clients, enhancing daily routines and transitions.
- Trained clients to apply appropriate social skills and behavior modification techniques.
- Collaborated with other professionals to develop and modify individualized treatment plans.
- Provided direct support during community outings, facilitating appropriate social interactions among peers while practicing newly acquired skills within real-world contexts.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
- Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
Education
GED -
Steven Adult Education
Psychology Bachelor - Child And Adolescent Studies
Argosy University
Orange, CASkills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Medication administration
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Decision-making support
- Health and safety requirements
Timeline
Caregiver
From the Heart
06.2022 - Current
Behavior Technician
Merakey Behavioral Health
10.2016 - 05.2019
Photo Center Technician
Walmart
03.2011 - 10.2013
Direct Support Professional
Skills Of Central Pennsylvania
GED -
Steven Adult Education
Psychology Bachelor - Child And Adolescent Studies
Argosy University
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