Barbie Sweeney
Attleboro,MA
Summary
Compassionate Direct Care Specialist with proven success at Co-Op Productions, skilled in patient care and medication administration. Demonstrated flexibility and relationship-building abilities, empowering clients to achieve independence and improve their well-being. Committed to maintaining client safety and dignity while fostering a supportive environment for personal growth and recovery.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Care Specialist
Co-Op Productions
04.2024 - Current
- Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Arranged transportation and accompanied patients to doctors' offices and errands.
- Educated clients on available resources and support services within the community, empowering them to take control of their own wellbeing.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies as needed, helping clients develop healthy coping mechanisms in challenging situations.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene and grooming, promoting self-esteem and overall wellbeing.
- Provided crisis intervention when necessary, utilizing de-escalation techniques to ensure the safety of all involved parties.
- Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in the field of direct care.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals and family members to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Promoted independence among clients by assisting them with goal-setting and skills development.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing personalized care and support in daily activities.
- Conducted regular checks of living spaces for cleanliness and safety compliance, maintaining a hazard-free environment conducive to recovery.
- Facilitated smooth transitions for clients moving between different levels of care or returning home after program completion, ensuring continuity of support services.
- Developed strong rapport with clients by actively listening to their concerns and providing empathetic support throughout their journey towards selfsufficiency.
- Improved client safety by diligently monitoring their physical and emotional health, promptly addressing any concerns.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, updating care plans as needed for optimal outcomes.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules for optimal health management.
- Fostered a supportive environment for clients with diverse needs, implementing individualized care plans tailored to their requirements.
- Increased client satisfaction with services by consistently delivering compassionate and respectful assistance.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- 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.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
Merge Operations
Garber Bros. Inc
11.1997 - 04.2016
- 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.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Education
High School Diploma -
06-1986
Skills
- Flexibility
- Patient care
- Punctuality
- HIPAA compliance
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Meal preparation
- Transfer techniques
- Client confidentiality
- Nutrition
- Physical assistance
- Daily living support
- First aid and safety
- Direct patient care
- Transportation
- Relationship building
- Positive reinforcement
- Client advocacy
- Medication administration
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient management
- Behavior redirection
- Client transportation
- ADL support
- Mobility assistance
- Report writing
- Progress documentation
- Hygiene assistance
- Personal care assistance
- Infection control procedures
- Client safety and first aid
- First aid and CPR
- Teamwork
Certification
- MAP Medication Administration
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
- Adult CPR/AED certification – American Red Cross.
- First Aid Certification
- MA Driver's License
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave401k match4-day work weekTimeline
Direct Care Specialist - Co-Op Productions
04.2024 - Current
Merge Operations - Garber Bros. Inc
11.1997 - 04.2016
Fairhaven High School - High School Diploma,
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