Andrea Johnson
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Aide
Anchor Health
Staten Island
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
- Transported individuals to medical appointments or other activities outside the facility as required.
- Assisted individuals in development of social skills to become integrated in community.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Observed changes in behavior due to physical or mental health issues promptly reported any concerns to supervisor or healthcare professional.
Direct Support Professional
OPWDD Office for People with Developmental Disabil
Staten Island, NY
10.2010 - 01.2017
- Provided assistance to individuals with developmental disabilities with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
Education
Associate of Science - Psychology
Kingsborough Community College of The City University of New York
Brooklyn, NY06.2007
Skills
- Progress Documentation
- Appointment Scheduling
- Medication Administration
- ADL Support
- Direct Patient Care
- Client Transportation
Timeline
Direct Support Aide
Anchor Health
01.2021 - 12.2021
Direct Support Professional
OPWDD Office for People with Developmental Disabil
10.2010 - 01.2017
Associate of Science - Psychology
Kingsborough Community College of The City University of New York