Alexia Cano
Ashley,IL
Summary
Compassionate Direct Support Professional with a proven track record at Bryan Manor, enhancing clients' quality of life through individualized support planning and effective communication. Skilled in behavior redirection and client advocacy, I foster independence and well-being while maintaining compliance with care plans and regulations. Dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Bryan Manor
Centralia, IL
12.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate care and support to individuals with disabilities, enhancing daily living experiences.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through effective communication and tailored support strategies.
- Documented client progress and challenges accurately, ensuring compliance with care plans and regulations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized service plans for optimal client outcomes.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to promote positive interactions and reduce challenging behaviors.
- Trained new staff on best practices in client care, fostering a supportive team environment.
- 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.
- 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.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Centralia High School
Centralia, ILSkills
Time management
First aid and safety
Behavior redirection
Client support
Compassionate caregiving
Client documentation
Housekeeping tasks
Health and safety requirements
Relationship building
Direct patient care
Transportation
Patient care
Disability awareness
Client transportation
Social skills development
Patient management
Progress documentation
Individualized support planning
Patient assessments
Care plan management
Multitasking and organization
Daily living support
Empathy and patience
HIPAA compliance
Active listening
Adaptability and flexibility
Verbal and written communication
Behavioral support
Positive reinforcement
Client advocacy
Record keeping
De-escalation techniques
Mobility assistance
Report writing
Cultural awareness
Emotional intelligence
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Bryan Manor
12.2024 - Current
High School Diploma -
Centralia High School