ALAYJAH DAMON
Summary
Reliable and well organized Direct Support Professional passionate about offering support for emotional, physical, and mental needs. Inspired to help others, and successful in managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude including added on responsibilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
The Arch Of Torrington
Torrington, CT
08.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
Direct Support Professional
Abilities Without Boundaries
Cheshire, CT
04.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
Cashier
Restaurant Depot
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Monitored self-checkout systems and provided assistance or intervention where required.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
- Reviewed weekly sales ads and monitored price changes.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
Home Health Care Provider
Emerest Home Care
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Acted as resource for field staff, referral sources, physicians, patients and families for clinical issues and concerns.
- Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Provided assistance to clients by handling household cleaning duties, managing schedules and transporting to and from medical appointments.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
Cashier
Burger King
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.
- Resolved customer complaints independently or with aid of supervisor.
- Assisted counter staff in packing ready orders and distributing to customers.
- Provided customers with information on specials and discount deals.
- Operated and sanitized kitchen and food preparation equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Post University
Waterbury, CT2014
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Post University
Waterbury, CT06.2026
Skills
- Dietary Orders Compliance
- Emotional Support and Companionship
- Condition Assessment
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
- Time Management
- Home Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Indirect Patient Care
- Transportation
- Behavioral Management
- ADL Support
- Laundry Washing, Drying and Ironing
- Report Preparation
Affiliations
- Cleaning
- Organizing
Certification
PMT Certified
CPR Certified
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
The Arch Of Torrington
08.2022 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Abilities Without Boundaries
04.2022 - Current
Cashier
Restaurant Depot
01.2020 - 12.2021
Home Health Care Provider
Emerest Home Care
01.2014 - 01.2016
Cashier
Burger King
01.2013 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Post University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Post University