Andrew Gillespie
Erie,PA
Summary
Proven Direct Support Professional with extensive experience at Lakeshore, adept in compassionate caregiving and medication administration. Excelled in enhancing client wellness and dignity, achieving significant improvements in client integration and safety. Skilled in behavior redirection and client support, consistently maintaining high compliance and care standards.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Supportive Living Services
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
Direct Support Professional
Lakeshore
02.2013 - 02.2023
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
Education
General Education - High School Diploma
Central High School
Erie, PA06.1994
Skills
- CPR, First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client Support
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Medication Administration
- Client documentation
- Transportation
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Supportive Living Services
01.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Lakeshore
02.2013 - 02.2023
General Education - High School Diploma
Central High School
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