BONNIE GARRY
Danbury,CT
Summary
Dedicated Life Skills Instructor with expertise in developing individualized programs and providing emotional support. Skilled in team communication and progress monitoring, fostering independence and positive social skills in individuals.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Skills Instructor
Ability Beyond
Bethel, CT
06.1994 - Current
* Assisting people with disabilities. * * Supported individuals in managing their physical and mental health needs.
- Developed individualized life skills programs tailored to diverse needs of individuals.
- Provided training on daily living skills, promoting independence among individuals.
- Monitored progress of individuals and adjusted programs to enhance effectiveness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care plans.
- Promoted development of positive social skills by modeling appropriate behavior.
- Delivered positive reinforcement to individuals to overcome obstacles and become more confident.
- Provided emotional support to individuals during distress, fostering resilience and coping strategies.
Education
Brewster High School
Brewster , NYSkills
- Program development
- Care plan collaboration
- Daily living training
- Progress monitoring
- Documentation maintenance
- Social skills promotion
- Positive reinforcement
- Emotional support provision
- Goal setting
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene practices
- Laundry processes
- Kitchen safety
- Menu planning
- Team communication
- Professional boundaries
- Individual documentation
- Personal finance
Timeline
Life Skills Instructor
Ability Beyond
06.1994 - Current
Brewster High School