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Bernadette Uti Fruean

Lacey,WA

Summary

Committed Direct Care Worker brings success in healthcare roles. Skilled at assisting with daily living activities and meal preparation. Focused on maintaining client safety and comfort through continuous monitoring and care.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Northwest Supported Living
Lacey, WA
07.2021 - Current
  • Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
  • Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants.
  • Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
  • Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
  • Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
  • Developed relationships with families of those receiving services to ensure continuity of care.
  • Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
  • Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.

Program Manager

Arts Council of American Samoa Governor's Office
Pago Pago, American Samoa
01.2010 - 07.2019
  • Manage Priority Community Programs: Annual Flag Day Performing Arts Festival and Annual Holiday Music Festival; Periodically update guidelines and information regarding therein;
  • Write and complete major components in National Endowment for the Arts (NEA: grantor) Partnership Agreement Grants and other major Proposals, business plans action plans, etc.;
  • Direct and coordinate the implementation of programs and projects as outlined in grant application; Develop and utilize appropriate mechanisms for specific needs of all priority programs and make recommendations for Council review and approval;
  • Monitor grant recipients and conduct on-site visits entailing planning, reviewing and assessment; Ensure priority program compiles with guidelines and reporting requirements as set forth in Partnership Agreement.
  • Monitored performance metrics to ensure timely completion of tasks.
  • Worked closely with other departments to support program technical aspects and cost proposals.

Education

Associate of Arts - Associate of Theology

Agape Bible College
American Samoa
06-2011

Skills

  • Behavioral Management
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Progress Documentation
  • Transportation
  • Client documentation
  • Patient Assessments
  • Compassionate Caregiving
  • Behavior redirection
  • Recreational Activities
  • Client Support

Certification

  • USDA - United States Department of Agriculture (Certificate of Introduction to Civil Rights)
  • USDA - Certificate of Merit
  • USDA - Certificate of Training " Working Together for Customers"
  • American Red Cross - Certificate of Commendation (First Aid)
  • Certification of Completion in Business Start-Up Seminar

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Northwest Supported Living
07.2021 - Current

Program Manager

Arts Council of American Samoa Governor's Office
01.2010 - 07.2019

Associate of Arts - Associate of Theology

Agape Bible College

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