Alezebet Copado
Summary
Experienced support professional prepared for this role, bringing strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in providing personalized care, communication, and problem-solving. Known for flexibility and reliability, adapting to changing needs seamlessly. Proven ability to foster positive, supportive environment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
SHIRAN Care Management Inc
Gilroy, CA
10.2025 - 06.2026
- Provided compassionate daily care and support to individuals with medical, nutritional, hygienic, social, and recreational needs
- Assisted individuals with personal management tasks, transportation, meal preparation, and activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Maintained household operations including cleaning, organization, scheduling, documentation, and routine management
- Delivered life skills training in areas such as cooking, laundry, budgeting, communication, community access, and independent living skills
- Participated in assessments, data collection, and implementation of individualized care and behavioral support programs
- Monitored and documented individuals’ behaviors, conditions, and progress notes while reporting significant concerns to supervisors and healthcare professionals
- Recognized early signs of illness or behavioral changes and coordinated appropriate medical or professional assistance when needed
- Communicated effectively with interdisciplinary teams, families, healthcare providers, and community resources to support client care
- Promoted individual rights, dignity, independence, and person-centered care in all interactions
- Supported participation in leisure activities, social events, birthdays, holidays, and community outings to encourage engagement and quality of life
- Attended staff meetings, required trainings, and individual conferences to ensure compliance with facility policies and regulations
- Maintained accurate records and ensured compliance with safety standards, facility procedures, and state regulations
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)/ Direct Support Professional
YAI - Seeing Beyond Disability
Watsonville, CA
09.2024 - 09.2025
- Delivered Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services to youth and adults, targeting skill development and behavior improvement.
- Trained and coached individuals and families in daily living skills, behavior management, parenting strategies, and socialization.
- Advocated for clients and their families to support individualized needs and access to resources.
- Contributed input to assessments, case conferences, and individualized treatment plans.
- Applied crisis prevention, recognition, and intervention strategies to maintain safety and well-being.
- Participated in staff meetings to support program goals and team coordination.
- Ensured compliance with agency policies and procedures.
- Completed progress notes within 24 hours of service delivery to maintain accurate records.
- Maintained consistent communication to confirm schedules and service coordination.
- Completed all required training to remain current with best practices and agency standards.
Direct Support Professional / Register Behavior Technician
Summit Therapeutic Services
Hollister, CA
02.2022 - 07.2024
- 1. Implementation of ABA Programs:
- Follow individualized ABA treatment plans developed by a BCBA.
- Utilize techniques such as discrete trial training, natural environment teaching, and other ABA strategies.
- Monitor and record data on clients’ progress and behavior according to the program’s guidelines.
- 1. Behavioral Support:
- Implement behavior intervention strategies to reduce challenging behaviors and increase desired behaviors.
- Provide support during potentially stressful or challenging situations, maintaining a calm and supportive demeanor.
- 1. Skill Development:
- Assist clients in developing social, communication, and life skills.
- Encourage independence by teaching daily living skills such as grooming, feeding, and using public transportation.
- 1. Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate and timely records of client progress, behaviors, and any incidents.
- Communicate regularly with the BCBA and other team members about client progress and concerns.
- 1. Collaboration:
- Work collaboratively with families, caregivers, and other professionals involved in the client’s care.
- Participate in team meetings and training sessions as required.
- 1. Ethical and Professional Conduct:
- Adhere to the ethical guidelines and professional standards of ABA practice.
- Maintain client confidentiality and respect their rights and dignity.
Direct Support Professional/Caregiver
Blue River
Hollister, CA
04.2019 - 12.2021
- Working with individuals with Intellectual Disabilities providing Care for their Well-being and Health of each individual.
- Administer medications in accordance with doctors’ orders.
- Provided ongoing direct support to individuals, including assisting with daily grooming, personal hygiene, and toileting.
- Prepared and chose nutritious meals and snacks that conform to dietary guidelines and restrictions.
- Completed housekeeping duties, dusting, vacuuming, and mopping.
- Build a relationship of trust with individuals.
- Helped individuals find their independency by getting more involved in programs that give the individual a comfortable level of independence within safe boundaries.
- Helped individuals move in and out of beds, bath, wheelchairs and automobiles.
- Assisted clients with safe transfers and mobility support using a Hoyer Lift.
- Helped residents programming goals and increase their independence.
- Responded appropriately to the physical, emotional and developmental needs of the individuals.
- Maintained accurate records of individuals care, progress, and concerns.
- Document objective data and routine aspects of individual care.
- Maintained a clean, healthy and safe environment.
- Reported any unusual circumstances in the individual condition or environment.
- Obtained information about individuals’ medical history, and allergies.
Education
High School Diploma -
San Andreas High School
Hollister, CA06.2016
Skills
- Working with individuals with mental health conditions
- Behavioral data collection
- Physical restraint techniques
- Working with adult populations
- Applied behavior analysis
- De-escalation techniques
- Data collection
- Working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Client documentation
Certification
- RBT Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
- Driver's License
Languages
English
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
SHIRAN Care Management Inc
10.2025 - 06.2026
Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)/ Direct Support Professional
YAI - Seeing Beyond Disability
09.2024 - 09.2025
Direct Support Professional / Register Behavior Technician
Summit Therapeutic Services
02.2022 - 07.2024
Direct Support Professional/Caregiver
Blue River
04.2019 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
San Andreas High School
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer