Amber Zalimeni
Ashtabula
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate Direct Support Professional, skilled in developing personalized care plans and fostering client relationships. Resourceful and patient, I excel in enhancing quality of life through effective communication and medical management, ensuring clients receive the highest standard of care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Material Handler
Hadlock Fiberglass and Plastics
03.2026 - Current
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials within warehouse
- Packaged products according to specifications, ensuring quality control measures were met.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily routines
- Ensured accurate record-keeping through diligent documentation of all material transactions and movements within the warehouse.
- Supported production goals, ensuring that all necessary materials were available when needed on the manufacturing floor.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Achieving Dreams LLC
Ashtabula
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Collaborated with team members to develop personalized care plans for clients.
- Monitored and documented client progress, ensuring accurate record-keeping in compliance with regulations.
- Implemented behavioral strategies to promote skill development and social interactions.
- Cleaned house, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery lists.
- Ensured a safe and comfortable living environment for clients through proactive maintenance reporting.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Managed challenging situations with empathy, patience, and effective problem-solving skills leading to positive outcomes for both clients and team members.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Direct Support Professional/ Transit Driver
Eastwood Residential
Madison, OH
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Maintained a Transit checklist to ensure safety and cleanliness
- Loaded/unloaded clients from home, then took them to the Day Center in the mornings
- Loaded/unloaded clients from Day Center to return home in the afternoon.
- Picked up clients up for outings and parties
- Collaborated with team members to develop personalized care plans for clients
- Provided emotional support and companionship, fostering positive relationships with clients.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of living spaces, contributing to a safe environment for clients.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
- Improved client quality of life by providing assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting
- Managed medications for clients, ensuring proper dosages were taken on schedule and any side effects were promptly reported to healthcare professionals.
- Established trust-based relationships with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, empathy, reliability, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored support in areas such as mobility training, communication skills development, and community integration activities.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changing client needs or scheduling requirements while maintaining a high level of professionalism at all times.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs
Infant Nanny
Geneva Family Dental Care
Geneva, OH
11.2023 - 05.2026
- Developed engaging educational activities tailored to children's interests and developmental stages.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and well-being.
- Provided nurturing care to infants, ensuring safety and comfort during daily activities.
- Managed feeding schedules and dietary needs, adapting to individual preferences and requirements.
- Created a safe, engaging environment that fostered exploration and learning through play.
Food Delivery Driver
DoorDash
San Francisco, CA
05.2020 - Current
- Delivered food orders promptly while ensuring accuracy and quality of each delivery.
- Navigated efficiently using GPS technology to minimize delivery time and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Communicated effectively with customers to confirm order details and address inquiries or concerns.
- Managed multiple deliveries simultaneously, optimizing routes for efficiency and timely service.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and adherence to safety protocols during operations.
- Provided feedback on delivery processes to improve overall operational efficiency within the team.
- Implemented strategies that improved customer experience ratings through consistent service excellence.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism throughout interactions with both restaurant staff members and customers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering orders promptly and accurately.
Education
High School Diploma -
Edgewood Senior High School
Ashtabula, OH05.2009
Skills
Communication
Personable
Fast Learner
Compassionate
Patient
Understanding
Resourceful
Responsible
Certification
Medical Pass Certification 1
Reiki II
Timeline
Material Handler
Hadlock Fiberglass and Plastics
03.2026 - Current
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Achieving Dreams LLC
05.2025 - 09.2025
Direct Support Professional/ Transit Driver
Eastwood Residential
09.2024 - 05.2025
Infant Nanny
Geneva Family Dental Care
11.2023 - 05.2026
Food Delivery Driver
DoorDash
05.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Edgewood Senior High School