Dedicated Direct Support Professional with a proven track record at Ucm Residential Services, enhancing client wellness through exceptional personal hygiene assistance and emotional support. Skilled in multitasking and organization, I significantly improved quality of life for clients by establishing trust-based relationships and ensuring safe living environments. Demonstrated expertise in disability awareness and patient care, contributing to a cohesive care team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Ucm Residential Serives
09.2022 - 01.2023
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
Improved client quality of life by providing assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting assistance.
Provided reliable transportation for clients to attend medical appointments, social outings, or other community-based events as needed.
Ensured a safe and comfortable living environment for clients through regular housekeeping tasks and proactive maintenance reporting.
Established trust-based relationships with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, empathy, reliability, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
Resident Assistant
Brethren Retirement Community
11.2018 - 08.2022
Attended, participated, and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
Served as an approachable resource for residents seeking advice or assistance with personal or academic issues.
Responded to room transfers, incident reports, and maintenance requests.
Managed front desk operations during assigned shifts, assisting visitors with inquiries while maintaining accurate records of residence hall activities.
Assisted residents in preparing for activity and social programs.
Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
Assisted residents with daily dental and mouth care, bath functions, and hair care.
Monitored and inspected residence hall rooms to determine safety and manage maintenance issues.
Promoted health and wellness through coordination of workshops and activities that focused on mental, physical, and emotional well-being.
Changed bed linens, dumped trash, and smoothly handled maintenance issues to promote resident comfort.
Assisted with move-in/move-out processes, reducing wait times and ensuring smooth transitions for incoming and outgoing residents.