Arlete Talaia
Lewiston,ME
Summary
Compassionate Direct Support Professional with a proven track record at John F. Murphy, skilled in ADL support and client documentation. Adept at fostering independence and well-being, I effectively implement individualized care plans and utilize strong communication skills to enhance client engagement and satisfaction.
Reliable enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well.
Attentive passionate about offering expert support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant and devoted to patients. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational, and conflict management skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional & CRMA
John F. Murphy
10.2025 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Direct Support Professional
Neuro Restorative (Sevita)
02.2025 - 09.2025
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
ED Technician
Montello Elementary School
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Safely transported patients by wheelchair, stretcher, or bed to other units.
- Quickly responded to codes and cardiac monitor alarms.
- Collected basic samples, labeled specimens properly, and transferred to laboratory for testing.
- Inserted peripheral IVs and administered non-medication IV fluids.
- Followed all hospital policies and procedures and complied with local, state, and federal agency and accrediting body guidelines.
- Worked with nurses to assess patients and prepare for tests and procedures.
- Carried out phlebotomy procedures and watched for adverse reactions.
- Assisted with resuscitation, CPR, and emergency airway procedures.
- Received direction and assignments from physicians and nurses, providing efficient technical support to optimize patient care.
- Assisted in obtaining and documenting vital signs and placement of oxygen saturation, cardiac monitoring, and non-invasive blood pressure monitoring systems.
Nutrition Specialist I
Outley Elementary School
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Created and prepared visual aids, manuals and other materials used in teaching.
- Referred patients to appropriate outpatient settings for additional diet education and support.
- Monitored quality control procedures to guarantee preparation and delivery of healthy menu choices.
- Produced clear and concise meal and exercise plans for clients based on specific dietary needs and medical requirements.
- Provided in-depth information on nutritional care to maximize health.
- Monitored calorie count for individual patients in accordance with specific nutritional needs as specified by physicians.
- Planned, directed, and monitored clinical functions of dietetic staff.
- Provided appropriate follow-up according to patient's individual treatment goals and referred patients to outpatient and community services as appropriate.
- Documented clinical findings and entered pertinent health data for processing, recordkeeping, and use by other medical professionals.
- Developed and prepared low-fat, low-cholesterol and chemical-free meals.
Social Worker
Angolan Community Of Maine
10.2019 - 05.2020
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to build supportive, communicative client networks.
- De-escalated stressful situations through individual and family crisis interventions.
- Monitored clients' progress and adapted treatment plans to meet changing needs.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
Education
High School Diploma -
University Of Gregorio Semedo
Luanda, Angola12-2012
Skills
- ADL support
- Client documentation
- Transportation
- Hygiene assistance
- Life skills training
- Cultural awareness
- Medical office administration
Certification
American Red Cross Certified
QBISP (Qualified Brain Injury Support Provider)
Neurobehavioral Training Institute (NTI) - Standish, Maine
- CRMA - Certified Risk Management Assurance
Neuro Restorative Rehabilitation Center - Standish, Maine
CPI/Blue Card
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
English
Limited Working
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Direct Support Professional & CRMA
John F. Murphy
10.2025 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Neuro Restorative (Sevita)
02.2025 - 09.2025
ED Technician
Montello Elementary School
08.2023 - 11.2023
Nutrition Specialist I
Outley Elementary School
08.2022 - 12.2022
Social Worker
Angolan Community Of Maine
10.2019 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
University Of Gregorio Semedo