Brittany boekemier
Ironton,MO
Summary
Dedicated House Parent at Valley Springs Youth Ranch, skilled in crisis management and relationship building. Enhanced resident well-being through individualized care plans and engaging activities, fostering a positive environment. Proven ability to implement behavioral management strategies, ensuring safety and promoting personal growth among residents. Committed to excellence in care delivery and teamwork.
Childcare professional with history of fostering positive and structured living environment. Adept at coordinating activities, ensuring safety, and providing emotional support to children. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability to meet evolving needs of household. Proficient in conflict resolution and behavior management.
Experienced with creating stable and caring environment for children. Utilizes strong organizational skills and empathy to manage daily routines and support emotional well-being. Knowledge of child development principles and effective communication techniques.
Knowledgeable house parent with strong background in nurturing and guiding children in residential setting. Proven ability to create safe and supportive environment, while effectively managing daily routines and addressing individual needs. Demonstrated skills in conflict resolution and emotional support.
Professional caregiver with extensive experience supporting and nurturing children in residential setting. Skilled in conflict resolution, emotional guidance, and fostering positive environment. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Strong focus on achieving impactful results through empathy, patience, and strong communication skills.
Background includes leading nursing operations at multiple facilities. Forward-thinking and knowledgeable healthcare professional well-versed in administering budgets, training staff, and administering medication.
Friendly house parent committed to creating safe and inclusive environment for residents. Skilled in developing and implementing programs and activities to promote diversity and inclusion in residence hall. Resolves conflicts and promotes student development through effective communication and collaboration.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
House Parent
Valley Springs Youth Ranch
Black, MO
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and well-being of residents.
- Developed individualized care plans to address emotional and social needs.
- Coordinated recreational and educational activities to promote engagement.
- Communicated effectively with external stakeholders regarding resident progress.
- Maintained accurate records of resident behavior and incidents for reporting purposes.
- Assisted in training new staff on protocols and best practices for care delivery.
- Fostered a positive living environment through conflict resolution and support initiatives.
- Implemented behavioral management strategies to enhance resident cooperation and development.
- Promoted a sense of belonging among residents by fostering a positive group dynamic that emphasized mutual respect, empathy, and understanding.
- Boosted self-esteem among residents by celebrating individual achievements and encouraging personal growth opportunities.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to maintain a harmonious living environment for all residents.
- Completed detailed documentation for each resident''s file regarding behavioral observations, incidents reports, progress notes, and other pertinent information.
- Enhanced the quality of life for all residents by organizing engaging activities and events tailored to individual interests.
- Ensured residents'' well-being by closely monitoring their physical, emotional, and mental health status.
- Developed strong partnerships with community resources to provide additional support services for resident needs.
- Conducted ongoing assessments of resident progress toward treatment plan goals, adjusting strategies as needed for optimal results.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the residential care field.
- Assisted residents in setting personal goals, while offering guidance on overcoming challenges to achieve desired outcomes.
- Maintained a safe living space by conducting regular safety checks and adhering to established guidelines and protocols.
- Strengthened communication skills among residents by facilitating group discussions and promoting active listening techniques.
- Promoted academic success through tutoring assistance, study skill development, and time management strategies.
- Established a nurturing environment by developing strong relationships with residents and providing emotional support.
- Collaborated with fellow staff members for smooth transitions and continuity of care between shifts and during changes in residence.
- Improved overall house functioning through diligent supervision of daily chores, meal preparation, and household maintenance tasks.
- Contributed insights during team meetings about resident needs, progress, challenges, and potential solutions for improved outcomes.
- Facilitated family involvement in resident life by coordinating visits, updates, and special events to strengthen familial connections.
- Provided crisis intervention when necessary, utilizing effective de-escalation techniques to ensure resident safety and wellbeing.
- Coordinated with outside service providers to ensure comprehensive care plans were in place for residents requiring additional support services.
- Reviewed clinical documentation to asses standards and quality of care.
- Collaborated with physicians regarding patient conditions, updates and necessary care changes.
- Provided emergency response during shifts and when on-call.
- Administered medications subcutaneously, orally and via IV.
- Solved grievances and complaints by collaborating with residents.
- Monitored student behavior and responded to disciplinary issues in accordance with established policies.
- Developed and enforced safety policies and procedures to drive safety and well-being of students.
- Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
- Provided crisis management and intervention during emergency situations.
- Enforced policies and safety standards through building and room rounds.
- Coordinated activities and events to create safe, positive and inclusive environment.
- Responded to student inquiries and concerns, offering support and guidance.
- Developed, implemented and monitored residential policies and procedures.
- Provided swift and knowledgeable emergency support in line with campus crisis protocols.
- Collaborated with residential team to maximize effective and efficient operations.
- Helped develop and implement programs to foster community growth and development.
- Facilitated smooth transition of new students into residential program.
- Mentored and coached students to foster positive relationships and encourage successful academic achievement.
- Promoted culture of respect and understanding among students.
- Conducted weekly meetings with students to review goals, address issues and provide support.
- Developed and maintained relationships with parents to promote positive living environment for students.
- Supervised student employees and provided feedback on performance.
- Assisted in recruitment and selection of student leaders.
- Evaluated student progress to identify areas of improvement and provide feedback.
CNA
Country Meadows Retirement Home
Park Hills, MO
02.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance comfort and independence.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient environments by following infection control protocols.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health record systems.
Cashier
McDonald's
Farmington, MO
01.2009 - 10.2009
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area to ensure a pleasant dining experience.
- Assisted in training new team members on operational procedures and cash handling techniques.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arcadia Valley
Arcadia, MOSkills
- Patience and empathy
- Safety awareness
- Cleaning proficiency
- Household management
- Laundry management
- Transportation coordination
- Menu planning
- Childcare expertise
- Organizing activities
- Health and safety
- Medication administration
- Attendance documentation
- Crisis response
- Medication
- Social skill building
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team leadership
- HIPAA compliance
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Call answering and routing
- Dementia care
- Staff communication
- Counseling techniques
- Relationship building
- Positive reinforcement
- Wound care
- Emotional support
- Team building
- Safety protocols
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Resident supervision
- Behavioral management
- Conflict resolution
- Incident reporting
- Interpersonal communication
- Life skills development
- Adaptability
- Written communication
- Crisis management
Accomplishments
- Achieved minimizing multiple break downs with residents through effectively helping with communication with residents when needing to talk to someone. I was always there if need be.
- I was never a supervisor, but I felt like it with the new employees, because, I was always there to help them when they needed help and needed guidance for that particular job.
- When I worked at Valley Springs Youth Ranch, I had a lot of residents come in and have break downs, crisis moments, etc. When that happened, I had to documented and resolved a break down or crisis before it got worse which led to the person/kid stepping to the side or to an empty room to take a breather so they're wasn't a crisis that wouldn't break out into a fight.
Certification
I have a CNA license, and have had it for 5 years.
I have my CPR, L1MA, and CPI license and have had them for 1 year.
Languages
English
Interests
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Community Cleanup
- Volunteering at local animal shelters and rescue organizations
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Participating in local clean-up initiatives
- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
- Outdoor Recreation
- Horseback Riding
- Music
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Animal Care
- Swimming
- Camping
- Road Trips
- Homelessness Outreach
- Cake Decorating
Timeline
House Parent
Valley Springs Youth Ranch
09.2024 - 05.2025
CNA
Country Meadows Retirement Home
02.2022 - 11.2022
Cashier
McDonald's
01.2009 - 10.2009
High School Diploma -
Arcadia Valley