Afrikah Salaam
Salisbury,NC
Summary
An Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. A willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Also, a detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Posses an ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Lastly, continuing to seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Day Support Individual
Rae's Playze Adult Day Center
08.2023 - 01.2024
- 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 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.
Dialysis Technician
DaVita
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Measured and recorded patients' pre-dialysis and post-dialysis vital statistics.
- Set up and operated dialysis machines for patients receiving treatment for kidney failure.
- Cleaned and connected fistulas, grafts and catheters to prevent infection.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment through diligent adherence to infection control protocols.
Residential Counselor
Tgh Behavioral Health Services
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Reduced behavioral incidents by employing de-escalation techniques and maintaining a calm environment.
- Maintained safe and supportive residential environments for at-risk individuals, contributing to their overall wellbeing.
- Promoted independent living skills through coaching residents in daily tasks such as meal preparation, hygiene, and budgeting.
- Monitored and documented client progress toward meeting goals and objectives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling And Human Services
Pfeiffer University
Misenheimer, NC12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Pfeiffer University
Misenheimer, NC12.2022
Skills
- Autism Spectrum Knowledge
- Self-Care Techniques
- Positive Reinforcement
- Transportation Assistance
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Client Advocacy
- Safety Management
- Patient Education
- Professionalism and Ethics
Timeline
Day Support Individual
Rae's Playze Adult Day Center
08.2023 - 01.2024
Dialysis Technician
DaVita
12.2022 - 08.2023
Residential Counselor
Tgh Behavioral Health Services
08.2020 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Counseling And Human Services
Pfeiffer University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Pfeiffer University
Similar Profiles
Shealeigh ghazalShealeigh ghazal
Executive Assistant at Raes Playze Adult Day CenterExecutive Assistant at Raes Playze Adult Day Center
Mary ButrusMary Butrus
Program Aid/ Activites at Magnolia Adult Day Healthcare CenterProgram Aid/ Activites at Magnolia Adult Day Healthcare Center
Alicia SandersAlicia Sanders
Program Manager at DAR’s Place Adult Day CenterProgram Manager at DAR’s Place Adult Day Center