Angelina Vasquez
Vermilion,OH
Summary
Relocating to Vermilion, Ohio, in September with a focus on continuing a career in supporting individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities. Experienced direct support professional with expertise in leadership, client advocacy, and crisis intervention. Proven ability to enhance client experiences through effective communication and comprehensive staff training. Strong multitasking and time management skills, with a track record of quickly mastering new competencies while promoting success in team members.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional/OJT Trainer
Riverside Foundation
Lincolnshire, Illinois
02.2024 - Current
- Trained new staff on best practices for client support and IDPH regulations, ensuring compliance and quality care.
- Supported clients in daily living activities and facilitated community engagement to enhance independence.
- Provided personal care and assistance to individuals with disabilities.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate records.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Facilitated recreational activities to promote social interaction.
- Encouraged social interactions among participants and peers to foster connections and community integration.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Applied crisis intervention techniques during emergencies to ensure safety.
Residential Coordinator
Search, Inc
Mount Prospect, IL
12.2022 - Current
- Coordinated care and support services for individuals in assigned residences, providing on-site guidance to direct support professionals.
- Developed and implemented themed, engaging, and educational activities for clients to enhance their daily experiences.
- Scheduled and organized events and activities for clients and staff to foster community engagement and team collaboration.
- Worked closely with case managers to support and reinforce client's service plan, maintained ongoing communication on client progress.
- Created and managed schedules of four homes to keep shifts properly staffed
- Provided ongoing training to address staff needs.
- Assisted individuals in the development of social skills to become integrated in the community.
Program Specialist
Hartgrove Behavioral Hospital
Chicago, IL
08.2020 - 11.2022
- Monitored and evaluated care plans for over 40 patients, implementing modifications to ensure achievement of desired outcomes.
- Coordinated counseling efforts with mental health professionals, doctors, nurses and social workers.
- Acted as client advocate, coordinating required services and resolving emergency problems in crisis situations.
- Facilitated therapeutic groups, fostering client development of coping skills and life skills.
- Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, displaying consistency of care from admission through to discharge.
- Monitored client location changes to ensure safety and compliance. on and off unit by documenting times and destinations.
- Improved team member performance through strategic coaching and targeted training.
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
Mental Health Technician
Ann Kiley Developmental Center
Waukegan, IL
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Assessed and addressed individual mental health challenges to empower patients.
- Facilitated therapeutic groups that enhanced clients' coping skills, education, and life skills.
- Created strategies that improved patient safety, wellness, and independence.
- Modeled appropriate communication and problem-solving skills in crisis situations involving patients, family or staff.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, feeding, and dressing, to enhance their comfort and dignity.
Education
Certified Nursing Assistant - Healthcare
MIZPAH Center
Des Plaines, IL07-2026
High School Diploma -
Continental Academy
06-2010
Skills
- Client support
- Client advocacy
- Behavior management
- Staff Training
- People Development
- Leadership
- Scheduling / Organization
- Time Management
- Communication
Timeline
Direct Support Professional/OJT Trainer
Riverside Foundation
02.2024 - Current
Residential Coordinator
Search, Inc
12.2022 - Current
Program Specialist
Hartgrove Behavioral Hospital
08.2020 - 11.2022
Mental Health Technician
Ann Kiley Developmental Center
03.2020 - 03.2021
High School Diploma -
Continental Academy
Certified Nursing Assistant - Healthcare
MIZPAH Center