Developmental Assistant 1, motivated, flexible, able to work under pressure. Organized, positive, independent team leader.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Developmental Assistant 1
CNY Office for People with Developmental Disabilities
Syracuse, NY
04.2023 - Current
Trained new staff on best practices for client engagement and support techniques.
Facilitated engaging activities that promoted social interaction and skill development among clients.
Supervised daily operations, ensuring plans are completed and documentation is correct
Conducted performance evaluations, providing feedback to promote professional growth.
Trained and mentored new staff, enhancing team performance and cohesion.
Direct Support Assistant
CNY Office for People with Developmental Disabilities
Syracuse, NY
01.2015 - 04.2023
Worked as a team to assist developmentally disabled adults to lead fulfilling, independent lives by building strong relationships and providing emotional support in all aspects of daily life.
Certified Home Health Aide
Home Aides of CNY Inc
Syracuse, NY
04.2013 - 11.2014
Provided care for people in their homes on a regular weekly schedule. Duties included personal care, light housework, grocery shopping, meal preparation and companionship.
Coordinator, ASAP Afterschool Program
Mexico Academy and Central Schools
Mexico, NY
08.2011 - 06.2012
Supervised entire process of after school program including interviewing, hiring and training staff, purchasing supplies, developing monthly activities schedule, organizing field trips, and running program sessions for both middle and high schools in district.
Youth Specialist
Oswego County Opportunities
Fulton, NY
04.2004 - 06.2011
Used a monthly lesson plan created with students, engaged youth ages 10 through 18 in after school activities including active games, arts and crafts, discussion groups, drama games, cooking and life skills in a safe, non-violent environment. Helped students learn positive interaction skills as well as provided individual support.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Art, Science
SUNY Oswego
Oswego, NY
Skills
Staff supervision
Strong Written and Verbal Communication
Conflict Resolution Techniques
Professional Development
Behavioral support
Inventory management
Scheduling coordination
Progress tracking
Budget tracking
Social skill building
Certification
Certified Home Health Aide
SLMS Essentials of Supervision
Timeline
Developmental Assistant 1
CNY Office for People with Developmental Disabilities
04.2023 - Current
Direct Support Assistant
CNY Office for People with Developmental Disabilities