Canesha Roberts
Abilene
Summary
Dedicated Rehab Therapy Technician IV with strengths in effective communication and teamwork. Skilled in training staff and tracking individual progress, committed to enhancing support for clients in rehabilitation settings.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Rehab Therapy Technician IV
Abilene State Supported Living Center
07.2021 - Current
- writing assessment to track the progress of individuals on how they are performing the job.
- Attending a meeting to report to the team on the progress of how they are doing at work and any concerns that may arise.
- Schedule training for staff to learn the individuals' behavior plans, SAP, and any relevant medical concerns.
- Schedule a situational assessment for new individuals who are interested in working on campus in our work center.
- Make individuals' work schedules to fit their daily schedule.
- Respond to emails of any concerns that team members may have.
Direct Support Professional I
Abilene State Supported Living Center
02.2020 - 11.2020
- I am responsible for doing payroll for the individuals. The system we use was AT3, GAT, and R&R.
- I was scheduled for class for the trainers' refresher classes and any other classes that need to be taken.
- I would help out on the floor if needed when short on staff.
Rehab Therapy Technician II
Abilene State Supported Living Center
11.2018 - 09.2019
- Responsible for making sure that individuals get to the job that they were scheduled for.
- I would train a Rehab therapy tech I on jobs that the individuals work at.
- Help on the floor when I wasn't scheduled for contracts that were off campus or on-campus jobs for the individuals.
Rehab Therapy Techn I
Abilene State Supported Living Center
07.2015 - 11.2018
- Assisted in implementing individualized therapy plans for residents' rehabilitation progress.
- Facilitated daily therapeutic activities to enhance the physical and social skills of clients.
- Monitored residents' vital signs and reported changes to therapy staff promptly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for each resident.
- Trained new technicians in therapeutic techniques and facility protocols, enhancing team efficiency.
- Assisted individuals with activities and was involved in the Texas Special Olympics.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by effectively juggling multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high-quality outcomes for all patients involved.
Direct Support Professional I
Abilene State Support Living Center
06.2012 - 07.2012
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, enhancing personal independence and quality of life.
- Implemented individualized support plans, ensuring compliance with state regulations and best practices.
- Facilitated communication between clients and healthcare professionals, promoting effective care coordination.
- Monitored client behavior and emotional well-being, documenting significant changes for review by supervisory staff.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture With A Concertation in Animal Science
Prairie View A&M University
Prairie View, TX05-2015
Skills
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Patient care
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Rehab Therapy Technician IV
Abilene State Supported Living Center
07.2021 - Current
Direct Support Professional I
Abilene State Supported Living Center
02.2020 - 11.2020
Rehab Therapy Technician II
Abilene State Supported Living Center
11.2018 - 09.2019
Rehab Therapy Techn I
Abilene State Supported Living Center
07.2015 - 11.2018
Direct Support Professional I
Abilene State Support Living Center
06.2012 - 07.2012
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture With A Concertation in Animal Science
Prairie View A&M University