Brittney Sims
Warrenton,OR
Summary
Skilled multitasker with a superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help the team. Reliable and dedicated team player with a hardworking and resourceful approach.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Student
Clatsop Community College
01.2021 - Current
- Undergraduate- Third Year Associate of General Studies leading to Nursing
- Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
- Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Participated in lecture classes and asked compelling questions to further solidify learning.
Teacher
Soar With Us LLC.
08.2018 - 01.2021
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
Residential Advisor
Tongue Point Job Corps
11.2016 - 08.2018
- Provided fundamental basics of learning for each individual student
- Used motivational techniques to keep learning fun for the children
- Assisted children with meals, and daily activities
- Assisted students in acquiring the skills they needed to achieve career goals and live independently
- Served as a model for desired behavior and skills in a working environment
- Provided structure and feedback to the students to behavior in the workplace, performance, and social skills development.
- Monitored common areas and enforced quiet hours, promoting a respectful living environment for all residents.
- Assisted students in handling tough situations to resolve problems.
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Life Works Washington
03.2014 - 11.2016
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
- Improved client quality of life by providing assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting assistance.
- Documented residents' mental status, sleep, and eating patterns in medical record books.
- Provided reliable transportation for clients to attend medical appointments, social outings, or other community-based events as needed.
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills, and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Managed medications for clients, ensuring proper dosages were taken on schedule and any side effects were promptly reported to healthcare professionals.
- Established trust-based relationships with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, empathy, reliability, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of direct support services.
Education
Undergraduate -
Clatsop Community College
Astoria, ORSkills
- De-escalation Techniques
- US Navy Corpsman Veteran
- Communication
- Medication Administration
- BLS Maintained
- Heartsaver First Aid/CPR/AED
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Positive Attitude
- Punctual and Reliable
Communication Skills
Communicates clearly and effectively with peers and management. Efficient, dedicated, motivated worker. Completes tasks in a timely manner, ensuring task completion from start to finish. Attention to detail is my greatest strength. Multitasking skills and the use of initiative to ask for help when its needed. I like to keep an upbeat personality to maintain a healthy, positive working environment.
Leadership Experience
Carried a team lead position working in a behavioral home setting for adults with disabilities.
References
- Kathleen Hulon, 971-409-4693, Nurse, friend
- Jennifer Hughes, 360-244-3096, Classmate, friend
- Kim Zufelt, 503-338-9981, Tongue Point Director
Timeline
Student
Clatsop Community College
01.2021 - Current
Teacher
Soar With Us LLC.
08.2018 - 01.2021
Residential Advisor
Tongue Point Job Corps
11.2016 - 08.2018
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Life Works Washington
03.2014 - 11.2016
Undergraduate -
Clatsop Community College
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