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Christina Duren

Friendship,WI

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. I have worked with the elderly, physically and developmentally disabled for over 25 years. Working with many elderly dementia clients is what I am meant to do.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

North Star Services, Inc
10.2014 - Current
  • Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
  • Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each client''s unique needs.
  • Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
  • Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
  • Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Established strong relationships with local community resources to connect clients with additional supports as needed.
  • Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • 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.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
  • Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Wisconsin - Green Bay
Green Bay, WI
05.2024

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Care Plan Management
  • Social Skills Development
  • Compassionate Caregiving
  • Transportation
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Direct Patient Care
  • ADL support
  • Client documentation
  • Disability Awareness
  • Behavior redirection
  • Safety Compliance

Certification

  • Social Work 304: Foundations of Crisis Intervention Training - December, 2023 DHS 34.21(8) 1-10
  • Certificate in Healthcare Management Training - November, 2023

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

North Star Services, Inc
10.2014 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

University of Wisconsin - Green Bay

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