Alexis Russell
Olney,IL
Summary
Compassionate and reliable Direct Support Professional with experience in assisting individuals with disabilities to lead fulfilling lives. Strong skills in promoting client dignity, independence, and positive interactions within the community. Have made significant contributions in previous roles by implementing personalized care plans that improved overall quality of life for clients. Possess excellent interpersonal skills, conflict resolution abilities, and patience needed for this challenging role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Marion County Horizon Center
Salem, IL
11.2021 - Current
- Supported individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Collaborated with team members to create personalized care plans.
- Assisted clients in developing social skills through community engagement activities.
- Monitored and recorded client progress in behavior and emotional well-being.
- Facilitated communication between clients and healthcare professionals as needed.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for all clients.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
Education
Penn Foster High School
Scranton, PASkills
- client care
- behavior assessment
- care plan development
- community engagement
- critical thinking
- safety protocol implementation
- individual support planning
- emotional intelligence
- adaptive strategies
- De-escalation techniques
- Social skills development
- First aid and CPR
- HIPAA compliance
- Safety monitoring
- Crisis management
- Hygiene assistance
- Personal care assistance
- Mobility assistance
- Behavior redirection
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Marion County Horizon Center
11.2021 - Current
Penn Foster High School