Cadedra Newsom
Good Neighbors
Richmond,VA
1
Language
1
Certification
5
years of professional experience
Skilled Direct Support Professional with a strong focus on time management and safety. Known for effectively documenting client progress and advocating for individual needs, ready to enhance community integration and client satisfaction.
Work History
Direct Support Professional
1 Month- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for clients.
- Monitored client behavior and reported changes to ensure appropriate interventions were implemented.
- Provided emotional support and companionship, fostering positive relationships with clients.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, enhancing their independence and quality of life.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge related to client care practices.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress, ensuring compliance with organizational policies.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
Direct Support Professional
3 Years 6 Months- .Organized and participated in recreational activities, contributing to vibrant community life for residents.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made the bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress reports for each client.
- Provided emotional support and companionship, fostering positive relationships with clients.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Guided patients to the restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional manner.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Direct Support Professional-Day Support
1 Year 2 Months- Encouraged healthy lifestyles through nutritional planning and physical activities, improving clients' overall well-being.
- Administered medication under supervision, ensuring adherence to healthcare plans.
- Supported clients in managing their finances and personal administration, fostering greater independence.
- Advocated for clients' needs and rights in various settings, enhancing their quality of life.
- Developed recreational activities that promoted social interaction among clients, fostering community inclusion.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
Education
High School Diploma
Associate of Science - Medical Assistant
Skills
Medication administration
Crisis intervention
ADL support
Client assistance
First aid and safety
Client records
Housekeeping duties
Safety protocols
Client transportation
Time management
Assistance with ADLs
Goal setting
Care plan development
Certification
- Medication Management Training
- CPR/First Aid
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
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