Adrien Criswell
Buffalo,NY
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Professional Supervisor with expertise in behavioral support and compassionate caregiving. Proven ability to enhance community inclusion and advocate for clients' needs, ensuring quality care and improved quality of life. Supporting visible representation,diversified community inclusion,and desired aspiration as well as supports in religious beliefs and family inclusion.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional Supervisor
WNYDDSO
1600 East And West Rd
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities to promote independence and quality of life.
- Supported implementation of individualized care plans tailored to each client's needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless service delivery and client support.
- Documented client progress and reported observations to enhance care strategies.
- Increased community inclusion to support quality of life
- Did team building exercises to create a more supportive space for the individuals in the home
- Built bonds that decreased behaviors and supported their plans
- Discovered areas that were not supporting plans and created a safer space through my attention detail
- Observed staff strengths to ensure all parties were receiving the best possible care
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
WNYDDSO
1600 East And West Rd
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and personal growth.
- Developed individualized care plans to address specific needs and preferences of clients.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes and communicating effectively with healthcare teams.
- Implemented behavioral supports, enhancing client engagement and reducing challenging behaviors.
- Coordinated recreational activities that promoted socialization and skill development among clients.
- Trained new staff on care protocols and best practices, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Advocated for clients' rights and needs within the community, ensuring access to resources and support services.
Education
GED -
Lockport Highschool
250 Lincoln Ave 11-2001
Skills
- Behavioral support
- Client advocacy
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Incident reporting
- Community integration
- Healthcare coordination
- Empathy development
- Disability awareness
- Problem-solving
- Compassionate caregiving
- First aid and safety
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 17 staff members contributing to a successful survey deficiency free and maintaining a clean happy home .
- Documented and resolved an incident reported for abuse that supported their safety and has shown a positive change in behaviors and created a stronger relationship with his sibling.
Certification
- Certified Direct Support professional , for WNYDDSO
Timeline
Direct Support Professional Supervisor
WNYDDSO
01.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
WNYDDSO
01.2019 - 01.2024
GED -
Lockport Highschool