BARBARA BLACKWELL
Anchorage,AK
Summary
At Hope Community Resource Center, I enhanced the quality of life for individuals with disabilities, demonstrating expertise in behavior redirection and client support. My proactive approach in crisis intervention and personalized care plans significantly reduced challenging behaviors, showcasing my ability to maintain safety and promote independence.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Hope Community Resource Center
08.2011 - 03.2024
- 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 with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
Education
No Degree - Business Administration
University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK2010
High School Diploma -
Leavenworth High School
Leavenworth, KS05.1968
Skills
First aid and safety
Behavior redirection
Client Support
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Hope Community Resource Center
08.2011 - 03.2024
No Degree - Business Administration
University of Alaska Anchorage
High School Diploma -
Leavenworth High School
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