Alexis Williams
Napoleon,OH
Summary
Compassionate Direct Support Professional with a proven track record at Filling Home Of Mercy, enhancing client independence through tailored care plans and effective communication. Skilled in medication administration and behavior redirection, I foster positive relationships and advocate for clients' needs, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for individuals with disabilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Filling Home Of Mercy
07.2018 - 07.2025
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities to promote independence and well-being.
- Supported clients in developing personal goals through effective communication and encouragement.
- Learned and implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for all participants.
- Collaborated with team members to create personalized care plans based on individual needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and activities for continuous improvement.
- Adapted quickly to changing situations, providing immediate support as required by clients.
- Engaged clients in recreational activities to enhance social skills and foster community integration.
- Understood and applied various behavioral strategies to manage challenging situations effectively.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- 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.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
Factory Worker
IAC
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Operated machinery to assemble components efficiently and accurately.
- Conducted quality inspections to ensure compliance with production standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and reduce downtime.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to enhance safety.
Sales Associate
Walmart
09.2015 - 07.2017
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries to enhance shopping experience.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays to optimize sales potential and customer accessibility.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems to ensure efficient checkout experience.
- Collaborated with team members to restock shelves and manage inventory levels effectively.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly, resolving issues to maintain positive store reputation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Delta High School
Delta, OH06.2016
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Medication administration
- Behavioral management
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Health and safety requirements
- Relationship building
- Direct patient care
- Transportation
- Patient care
- Disability awareness
- Client transportation
- Recreational activities
- Patient assessments
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Filling Home Of Mercy
07.2018 - 07.2025
Factory Worker
IAC
07.2016 - 07.2017
Sales Associate
Walmart
09.2015 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
Delta High School
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