Chariel Morris
Psychologist
Chicago,IL
Summary
A caring Direct Support Professional with 3 years assisting clients with various daily living needs at home. This included bathing, assistance with oral health, dressing , and walking. Talented at offering attentive care to patients by managing health needs, helping with personal grooming, carrying out light housekeeping and preparing meals. I am able to make sure all tasks are completed in a timely manner. Expert communicator when supporting patients' needs, documenting information and interacting with supervisors. Detail is very important when communicating with supervisors or making a documentation. Being able to redirect certain behaviors that may not be beneficial or safe for the individual. Tracking behavior to prevent crisis and also talk or art therapy may also need to be implemented for the optimal outcome. Creating an environment that makes the individual feel safe, secure, and free to be themselves.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Mosaic
Macomb, IL
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Researched community resources and services to provide accessibility and assistance to clients.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Educated clients and family members on relevant topics to support independent living.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Replaced bandages, dressings and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Used lifting devices to help transport the client.
- Gave one on one support to a client with epileptic seizures.
Direct Support Professional
Bridgeway
Macomb, IL
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Researched community resources and services to provide accessibility and assistance to clients.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Educated clients and family members on relevant topics to support independent living.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Replaced bandages, dressings and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Front Desk Medical Receptionist
The Beu Health Center
Macomb, IL
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Managed multi-line phone system and pleasantly greeted patients.
- Checked patient insurance, demographic, and health history to keep information current.
- Remained aware of provider schedules and scope of practice on evolving basis to organize and schedule appropriate care.
- Coordinated patient scheduling, check-in, check-out and payments for billing.
- Helped patients complete necessary medical forms and documentation.
- Kept waiting room neat and organized by stacking magazines, removing trash, and cleaning glass.
- Used computer programs and registration systems to schedule patients for routine and complex procedures.
- Adhered to strict HIPAA guidelines to protect patient privacy.
- Answered phone calls and messages for [Number]-physician [Type] medical facility, scheduling appointments, and handling patient inquiries.
- Answered telephone calls to offer office information, answer questions, and direct calls to staff.
- Managed office logistics by scheduling appointments, maintaining files and collecting payments.
- Scheduled patient appointments in respective doctors' calendars and followed up with reminder phone calls.
- Greeted and interacted with patients to provide information, answer questions and assist with appointment scheduling.
- Transcribed phone messages and relayed to appropriate personnel.
- Obtained payments from patients and scanned identification and insurance cards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology/ Minor in Neuroscience
09.2017 - 05.2023
- Dean's List Spring semester 17, Fall semester 18
- Relevant Coursework Abnormal Psychology, Health Psychology, Social Psychology, Cognitive Processes, Behavior Modification,
- 3.2 GPA
- Best Buddies Member 2017-2023, a volunteer organization that provides one on one friendships with those with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. This organization advocated for those with disabilities in efforts to end stigmas, discrimination, and mistreatment toward them.
- Student Health Advisory Committee Member 2017-2018, this on campus group educated the student population on health topics that needed to be prioritized. Disease and Infection Control presentations were made in effort to prevent the spread on campus.
- Psychology Club, 2021-2023 Member, explored new counseling techniques, conducted experiments, and gathered research on specific Psychology topics.
- [Student Organization or Club Name] Member
Skills
First aid and safety
Care plan assessment
Community integration
Meal planning and preparation
Patient Assessments
Direct Patient Care
Medication Administration
Medical Records Management
Behavioral Management
Clinical quality program standards
Chronic disease management
State regulations knowledge
Progress documentation
Project planning
Wound care maintenance
Schedule Management
Medical chart documentation
Light cleaning
Meeting planning
Errands
Chauffeuring
Cooking meals
Medication Management
Detail oriented
Task oriented
Time management
Financial Guiding
Compassion
Person Centered
Timeline
Direct Support Professional - Mosaic
05.2022 - 05.2023
Direct Support Professional - Bridgeway
01.2021 - 05.2022
Front Desk Medical Receptionist - The Beu Health Center
09.2018 - 09.2019
Western Illinois University - Bachelor of Science, Psychology/ Minor in Neuroscience
09.2017 - 05.2023