Residential Support Specialist with eight years of experience providing compassionate care to adults with intellectual disabilities. Proven expertise in managing confidential documents, administering medication, and ensuring the highest standards of quality care. Committed to fostering a supportive and nurturing environment that promotes independence and enhances well-being.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Stay at Home Parent
Parent Of Children
05.2018 - Current
Residential Support Specialist
Piedmont Community Services
09.2016 - 05.2018
Administered medications as prescribed by healthcare professionals, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to medication regimens.
Facilitated social interactions among residents by organizing group activities and outings that fostered a sense of community.
Assisted residents with personal care tasks, ensuring their health, hygiene, and well-being were maintained at all times.
Ensured compliance with local regulations governing residential support services through careful documentation of all relevant activities conducted within the facility.
Responded to emergency situations efficiently, employing first aid and CPR skills when necessary to ensure resident safety.
Provided consistent support for residents with varying levels of cognitive, physical, or emotional disabilities.
Documented residents'' progress and challenges in detailed case notes for review by supervisors and healthcare providers.
Actively participated in ongoing training programs designed to enhance knowledge of best practices within the field of residential support services.
Hourly Provider
Piedmont Community Services
01.2009 - 09.2016
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Assisted residents with basic activities of daily living.
Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs, and automobiles.
Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
Transported patients to appointments or testing locations.