Skilled caregiver with extensive experience in providing direct support to individuals with diverse needs. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, ensuring reliable and flexible care. Proficient in personal care, medication management, and developing individualized care plans. Known for empathy, patience, and effective communication.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Home and Community Options Inc.
06.2023 - Current
Managed medications for clients, ensuring proper dosages were taken on schedule and any side effects were promptly reported to healthcare professionals.
Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
Managed challenging situations with empathy, patience, and effective problem-solving skills leading to positive outcomes for both clients and team members.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Improved client quality of life by providing assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting assistance.
Volleyball Coach
Winona JO Volleyball
12.2023 - 04.2024
Provided guidance and mentorship to volleyball athletes to help reach full potential.
Collaborated with fellow coaches to share best practices, leading to overall program improvement.
Created positive and encouraging environment to motivate athletes to give best efforts.
Worked individually with players when struggling to enhancer confidence and strengthen court skills.
Ensured athlete safety during practices and competitions by following proper protocols and guidelines.
Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
Improved team performance by developing and implementing strategic game plans and practice sessions.
Developed players'' teamwork abilities by organizing team-building activities and fostering a positive team culture.
Camp Counselor
Luther Park Bible Camp
07.2022 - 08.2022
Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp''s core values.
Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
Encouraged team building to increase camaraderie, trust and rapport.
Education
High School Diploma -
Winona Senior High School
Winona
06-2024
Skills
Disability awareness
Emotional support
Patient care
First aid and CPR
Daily living assistance
Medication management
Medication administration
Behavior redirection
Certification
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Red Cross.
Timeline
Volleyball Coach
Winona JO Volleyball
12.2023 - 04.2024
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Home and Community Options Inc.
06.2023 - Current
Camp Counselor
Luther Park Bible Camp
07.2022 - 08.2022
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - American Red Cross.
High School Diploma -
Winona Senior High School
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