Allison Reid
Poughkeepsie,NY
Summary
Experienced Direct Support Professional with a proven track record at Anderson Center For Autism, enhancing client well-being through emotional support and recreational activities. Skilled in personal hygiene assistance and safety monitoring, ensuring a 100% safe environment. Adept at client documentation, fostering social skills, and maintaining a clean, supportive atmosphere. Committed Personal Care Assistant well-versed in assisting and supervising clients in daily activities, including meal preparation and basic housekeeping. Compassionate and patient with strong background in client care. Ready to undertake challenging cases and provide superlative health outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Care Assistant & Direct Support Prof.
Anderson Center For Autism
Staatsburg, New York
06.2022 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Supported clients in developing social skills through engaging activities.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance client well-being.
- Facilitated recreational activities to promote physical and mental engagement.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Made beds, swept floors, and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Recorded daily observations in client logs for accurate documentation.
- Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
- Provided companionship to elderly and disabled clients in their homes or other residential facilities.
- Ensured safety of patients by monitoring environment and responding promptly to any emergency situations that may arise.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients at all times.
Personal Care Assistant
Community Homehealth Care
Poughkeepsie, New York
04.2018 - 02.2025
Education
Associate of Science - General Studies
Dutchess Community College
Poughkeepsie, NY05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
SUNY Empire State College
Saratoga Springs, NYSkills
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Client documentation
- Emotional support provision
- Recreational activity facilitation
- Safety monitoring
- Daily living activities
Certification
- CPR&AED
- PCA
- Direct Support Professional
- Medication Administering
References
- Sharifah N (Coworker )-845-546-5680
- Veronie Christie (Supervisor) -917-476-7351
- Doraine Brooks (Friend)-484-849-8190
Timeline
Personal Care Assistant & Direct Support Prof.
Anderson Center For Autism
06.2022 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Community Homehealth Care
04.2018 - 02.2025
Associate of Science - General Studies
Dutchess Community College
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
SUNY Empire State College