Beonda Brown
New Haven
Summary
Dedicated direct support professional providing compassionate care in diverse settings. Proven ability to enhance clients' quality of life through tailored support and effective communication with families and service providers. Committed to fostering a safe and respectful environment that promotes dignity and independence.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
ResCare Community Living
02.2024 - Current
- Supported clients with daily living activities to enhance self-esteem and overall wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Administered medication to clients according to prescribed schedules.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Coordinated transportation for clients to facilitate attendance at appointments and activities.
- Ensured clean, safe, and organized environment for optimal patient comfort and safety.
- Supervising and training DSP
Home Health Aide
Community Home Health Care
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Supported patients with bathing, grooming, and toileting, promoting personal hygiene and preserving dignity.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Maintained a clean and safe home environment for patients, reducing falls and accidents.
- Performed light housekeeping duties, including laundry and cleaning, to maintain a safe and organized living space for patients.
- Documented patient progress in log books, journals, and care plans to ensure accurate reporting and continuity of care.
Direct Support Professional
Bench Mark Human Services
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities through compassionate, consistent direct support that fostered independence.
- Facilitated achievement of personal goals for clients by developing tailored care plans and implementing daily skill-building activities.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Monitored medication administration and maintained accurate records, ensuring client safety and adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Apparel Design
Ball State University
Muncie, IN05-2013
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Health monitoring
- Personal care assistance
- Crisis intervention
- Emergency response skills
- Client management
- Time management
- Supportive communication
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
- Achieved annual paperwork through effectively helping with trainings.
Certification
- Certified HHA, through FSSA - 2 years
- First aid/AED CPR training 2 years
Languages
- Spanish
- English
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Community Home Health Care
02.2025 - 05.2025
Direct Support Professional
ResCare Community Living
02.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Bench Mark Human Services
10.2023 - 12.2024
Bachelor of Science - Apparel Design
Ball State University