Bonnie Sunn
Adams,Massachusetts
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
BFAIR
North Adams, MA
03.2023 - Current
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
- Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
Direct Support Professional
United Counseling Services
Bennington, VT
10.2021 - 03.2023
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Direct Support Professional
BFAIR
North Adams, MA
09.2018 - 09.2021
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
Home Health Aide
Home Instead Senior Care
Pittsfield, MA
09.2013 - 09.2018
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Changed bed linens and maintained a clean living environment for the client's safety.
- Recorded daily notes about client conditions, treatments provided and progress made.
- Engaged patients in recreational activities such as reading books or playing games.
- Provided emotional support to clients dealing with chronic illnesses or end-of-life situations.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information at all times as per HIPAA regulations.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Drury High School
North Adams, MA06-1981
Skills
- Activities Of Daily Living Assistance
- Client Safety And First Aid
- Medication Administration
- Treatment Plan Implementation
- Data Collection Monitoring
- Shopping And Errands
- Client Transport
- Medical Appointments
- Behavior Redirection
- Client Companionship
- Communications Support
- Nutrition
- Cooking And Meal Preparation
- Household Organization
- Housekeeping And Laundry
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
BFAIR
03.2023 - Current
Direct Support Professional
United Counseling Services
10.2021 - 03.2023
Direct Support Professional
BFAIR
09.2018 - 09.2021
Home Health Aide
Home Instead Senior Care
09.2013 - 09.2018
High School Diploma -
Drury High School