Amy Henderson
Columbia,SC
Summary
Senior Manager with expertise in direct support care, offering over 6.5 years of experience in crisis intervention and behavioral analysis. Energetically spearheaded compassionate client care. Mastering skills in medication administration and team collaboration. Achieved significant improvements in patient independence and well-being. Demonstrates adaptability and a commitment to enhancing life quality for individuals with diverse needs. My mission is to make sure that every person reaches their goals and not feel left behind
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Burton Center
Columbia, SC
09.2022 - Current
- Provide compassionate direct support for individuals with diverse needs by fostering independence and enhancing how important life is.
- I cook meals and help with housekeeping duties.
- I bathe and help with personal care.
- I change briefs and maintain that the individual stays fresh and clean.
- I assist with feeding.
Senior Manager
United Cerebral Palsy
Columbia, SC
08.2018 - Current
I provided in-home care for individuals by assisting them with their needs, such as grooming, bathing, and dressing, if needed. I administered medications while following my 8 rights and 3 reads. I cooked meals and helped with other housekeeping duties. I did objectives with Individuals to help achieve their goals
Education
GED -
Richland County Adult Education
Columbia, SC04-2012
Skills
- ADL support
- Client documentation
- Transportation
- Cultural awareness
- Patient care
- Nutrition
- Compassionate client care
- Team collaboration
- First aid and safety
- Indirect patient care
- Conflict resolution
- Nutrition support
- Direct patient care
- Housekeeping tasks
- Client transportation
- Crisis management
- Record keeping
- Report writing
- Infection control procedures
- Health and safety requirements
- Charting and documentation
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Behavioral support
- Verbal and written communication
- Problem-solving
- Appointment scheduling
- HIPAA compliance
- Life skills training
- Medical office administration
- Hygiene assistance
- Medical records management
- Medication administration
- Safety monitoring
- Time management
- Positive reinforcement
- Goal setting
- Daily living support
Affiliations
- I love traveling, reading, going to church and watching movies
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Burton Center
09.2022 - Current
Senior Manager
United Cerebral Palsy
08.2018 - Current
GED -
Richland County Adult Education
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