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Cheryl Shields

Williamstown,NJ

Summary

Dedicated Direct-Care Professional experienced in supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Expertise in personal care, medication administration, and behavioral support, ensuring safe and supportive environments. Committed to delivering person-centered care that enhances dignity, independence, and overall well-being.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

1:1 Aide

Kingsway Learning Center
Voorheesville, NJ
10.2025 - 08.2026
  • Provided one-on-one care and support to students with physical, developmental, and behavioral needs.
  • Supported students with daily living activities, enhancing their independence in toileting, hygiene, feeding, and personal care.
  • Safely assisted with transfers, positioning, mobility equipment, and adaptive devices.
  • Observed and reported changes in students' behavior, physical condition, comfort, and overall well-being to inform care strategies.
  • Collaborated with teachers, nurses, therapists, and other support staff to provide coordinated student care.
  • Escorted and transported students to the school nurse and supported health and safety needs.
  • Recorded and shared observations, incidents, and shifts in student needs to ensure timely and effective support.

Direct support, professional

ResCare
Medford, Nj
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • Provided compassionate, person-centered care to adult men with intellectual and developmental disabilities in a residential setting.
  • Assisted with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
  • Monitored residents for changes in physical condition, behavior, mood, and overall well-being.
  • Supported mobility, daily routines, and independence while maintaining resident dignity and safety.
  • Completed documentation and communicated relevant health or behavioral concerns to appropriate staff.
  • Administered prescribed medications in accordance with care plans and established safety procedures.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary living environment through laundry, housekeeping, and infection-control practices.
  • Built trusting, respectful relationships while providing emotional support and individualized care.

Retail Makeup Artist/Product specialist

M.A.C. Cosmetics
Mays Landing, New Jersey
10.2010 - 05.2018
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly greeting and engaging customers within three seconds of entering the store.
  • Coordinated and scheduled prom and special-event makeup appointments, ensuring efficient scheduling and a positive client experience.
  • Trained and educated staff on new product launches, product knowledge, application techniques, and key selling points.
  • Developed and communicated employee incentive programs designed to increase product knowledge, engagement, and sales performance.

Delinquency analyst

Chapter 13 trustee’s office
Cherry Hill, New Jersey
09.2004 - 05.2009
  • File Clerk
  • Retrieved and maintained case files and filed legal documentation accurately.
  • Operated the office switchboard and directed calls to attorneys and staff.

341 Hearing Analyst

  • Prepared documents for 341 bankruptcy hearings.
  • Assigned cases to attorneys based on daily hearing schedules.
  • Coordinated case flow to support efficient hearing operations.

Delinquency Analyst

  • Prepared and filed court orders and motions.
  • Reviewed legal documents for accuracy and completeness.
  • Corresponded with debtors regarding delinquent payments and collections.
  • Maintained accurate and confidential case records.

Education

Aesthetician License - Skin Care Program

Rizzieri Aveda
Voorhees , NJ
02.2010 - 06.2010

Victory Christian School
Williamstown, NJ

Skills

  • Patient Care & Support
  • Daily living activities
  • Mobility & Transfer Assistance
  • Personal hygiene
  • Vital Safety Monitoring
  • Behavioral Support
  • AAC Communication Devices
  • Documentation & Recordkeeping
  • Incident Reporting
  • Crisis Response
  • Schedule management
  • Team Collaboration
  • Confidentiality & Professionalism
  • Microsoft Office
  • Student Engagement

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

1:1 Aide

Kingsway Learning Center
10.2025 - 08.2026

Direct support, professional

ResCare
10.2023 - 12.2023

Retail Makeup Artist/Product specialist

M.A.C. Cosmetics
10.2010 - 05.2018

Aesthetician License - Skin Care Program

Rizzieri Aveda
02.2010 - 06.2010

Delinquency analyst

Chapter 13 trustee’s office
09.2004 - 05.2009

Victory Christian School
Cheryl Shields