Arsene Hozagara
Mishawaka,IN
Summary
Compassionate Direct Support Professional with expertise in client advocacy and crisis intervention. Committed to enhancing client independence through individualized care plans and effective behavior redirection.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Enlisted Air Force Reserve
Department of National Defence
Washington, DC
11.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Direct Support Professional
Starline Community Services LLC
Mishawaka, IN
05.2023 - Current
- Trained new staff on best practices in client support and safety protocols for improved service continuity.
- Conducted regular assessments of client environments, ensuring safety and accessibility standards were met consistently.
- Advocated for clients' rights and needs within the community, enhancing their access to resources and services.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Assisted with personal care tasks, respecting clients' dignity and promoting self-reliance.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Improved clients' daily living skills with hands-on teaching and encouragement, promoting independence.
Direct Support Professional
Corvilla
South Bend, IN
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily activities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans tailored to client needs and preferences.
- Monitored client progress and reported observations to healthcare professionals for optimal care adjustments.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, and support teams to ensure cohesive care delivery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to address client concerns and optimize service provision strategies.
- 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 clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each client''s unique needs.
- Assisted with personal care tasks, respecting clients' dignity and promoting self-reliance.
Education
Health Sciences
Indiana University, South Bend
South Bend, IN12-2027
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
Ivy Tech Community College
South Bend, IN05-2024
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
Affiliations
- Rotary International
Languages
French
Full Professional
Timeline
Enlisted Air Force Reserve
Department of National Defence
11.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Starline Community Services LLC
05.2023 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Corvilla
03.2023 - Current
Health Sciences
Indiana University, South Bend
Associate of Applied Science - Health Sciences
Ivy Tech Community College