Direct Support Professional
- 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.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Organized recreational events that encouraged relationship building among clients and increased their sense of belonging within the group home setting.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- 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.
- Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Conducted daily documentation of clients' progress and incidents, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
- Facilitated community integration for clients, enriching their social networks and life experiences.