Christine Oliva
San Juan Capistrano,CA
Summary
Reliable and enthusiastic Care Professional and Coach committed to providing compassionate and self-actualizing care and guidance to clients in their home or community sites.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Easterseals Southern California
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided direct care and support to individuals with disabilities, maintaining their safety and self-esteem
- Implemented individualized care plans based on clients' specific needs and goals
- Promoted socialization by organizing recreational activities and outings for clients to engage in the community
- Coordinated transportation to facility and community sites daily utilizing Access and public transportation
- Aided in managing behavioral actions through de-escalation techniques and implementation of behavior management strategies
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, behaviors, incidents, and medical information
- Developed positive relationships with clients through active listening, empathy, and effective communication
Direct Support Professional
AbleLight
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy at all times.
- Supported individuals in developing independent living skills such as budgeting, grocery shopping, and household chores
- Coordinated and provided transportation and accompanied clients to appointments, errands, and social outings
- Implemented strategies to promote independence in daily living skills such as personal hygiene, meal planning/preparation, and household management
- Closely monitored medication administration to ensure compliance with prescribed dosages and schedules
- Participated in ongoing training programs to enhance knowledge/skills related to disability services
- Documented all interactions/observations accurately and maintained confidentiality of client information
- Adapted support approaches based on individual client preferences, fostering increased trust and rapport over time.
Community Job Coach
Goodwill OC
05.2017 - 08.2022
- Provided Job training and supervision to Special Needs Adults in retail environments
- Guided participants on work performance and effective work skills and teamwork
- Transported participants to job site and community activities
- Coordinated after work community activities and classes on Life Skills, Safety, Cognitive games or participant's personal interests
- Cultivated strong relationships with job site management and community resources to provide additional support services for clients
- Used Zoom and other software to create employees and increase company retention and productivity rates [Number]%.
- Established a supportive environment for clients, adjusting strategies as needed to ensure continued success in achieving employment goals.
DSP (Direct Support Professional)
Bethesda Lutheran Services
05.2015 - 06.2017
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, maintaining their dignity and privacy at all times
- Prepared nutritious meals according to dietary restrictions and assisted with feeding when necessary
- Engaged clients in meaningful activities such as reading, puzzles, crafts, or outings to promote mental stimulation
- Documented daily observations including changes in behavior or health conditions
- Implemented fall prevention strategies by removing hazards from the environment
- Attended training sessions and workshops to enhance caregiving skills and stay updated on best practices
- Documented progress notes to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
Education
Associates - Human Services with emphasis in Gerontology
Saddleback College
Mission Viejo, CA06.2013
Skills
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Behavior Management/Behavior Redirection
- Caregiving/ADL Support
- Safety Monitoring
- Meal Preparation/Nutrition
- Medication Administration
- Client Access and OCTA Transportation scheduling
- Coordinate activities for client engagement with peers and in the community
- Supportive Personality
- Service Documentation of clients progress and challenges
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certification
- Direct Support Professional Certification (DSP) - National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals.
- Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification
Additional Information
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Easterseals Southern California
03.2023 - 05.2024
Direct Support Professional
AbleLight
09.2022 - 03.2023
Community Job Coach
Goodwill OC
05.2017 - 08.2022
DSP (Direct Support Professional)
Bethesda Lutheran Services
05.2015 - 06.2017
Associates - Human Services with emphasis in Gerontology
Saddleback College
- First Aid/CPR Certification
- Direct Support Professional Certification (DSP) - National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals.
- Home Health Aide (HHA) Certification
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