Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Volunteer
Jumpstart AmeriCorps
10.2022 - Current
Coordinated with teacher to implement lesson plans and keep students on track.
Monitored students in lunchroom and at recess.
Prepared materials for class activities and art projects.
Supervised one or more center activities as directed by classroom teacher.
Assisted classes with parties and events.
Played games with small groups of students reviewing previous day's material.
Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
Arranged and organized classroom desks, chairs and supplies.
Domestic Violence Victim Advocate
Salem County Women's Services
02.2022 - Current
Assessed cognitive abilities and physical and emotional needs of clients to determine appropriate interventions.
Obtained and supplied information to coordinating agencies to provide best possible guidance to clients.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Offered friendly and efficient service to victims, handled challenging situations with ease.
Consulted and advised on methods for screening and intervening in domestic violence situations.
Direct Support Professional
The Arc Of Gloucester County
03.2021 - Current
Referred clients to supportive services to supplement treatment and counseling
Recognized crisis situations, assessing potential danger to clients and other individuals
Negotiated on behalf of clients for referral services.
Built respectful and trusting relationships with clients.
Implemented solutions using client-centered care protocols.
Conducted virtual appointments for clients unable to meet in person.
Assisted clients with helping to identify rights and available programs.
Completed forms and reports in compliance with federal and state regulations.
Followed strict data confidentiality rules to keep client information secure.
Accompanied clients to court to provide emotional support.
Administered bedside and personal care, such as ambulation and personal hygiene assistance
Prepared and maintained records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager and supervisor
Participated in case reviews, consulted with team caring for client, to evaluate client's needs and plan for continuing services
Directed patients in simple prescribed exercises or in use of braces or artificial limbs
Checked patients' pulse, temperature and respiration.
Cleaned and organized client's living quarters to make living conditions more hospitable
Served clients regular balanced meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths and wheelchairs.
Evaluated client's needs to plan for continuing services.
Prepared and maintained records of client progress and performed services.
Drove motor vehicles to transport clients to physicians' offices or outings.
Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines
Responded appropriately to physical, emotional and developmental needs of residents
Established personal relationships with clients to maintain patient comfort and care
Maintained clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Direct Support Professional
Bancroft Neurohealth
08.2020 - 03.2021
Entertained, conversed with and read aloud to patients to keep mentally healthy and alert
Responded appropriately to physical, emotional and developmental needs of residents
Established personal relationships with clients to maintain patient comfort and care
Served clients regular balanced meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Prepared and maintained records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager and supervisor
Checked patients' pulse, temperature and respiration.
Entertained, conversed with and read aloud to patients to keep mentally healthy and alert
Responded to resident dining needs and assisted with feeding.
Reported health changes and provided proper documentation to appropriate staff
Updated job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and maintaining certification or licensure
Protected health information according to HIPAA policies and procedures.
Administered bedside and personal care, such as ambulation and personal hygiene assistance