Cora Smith
Hopewell Junction,NY
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Provider with Braverhood, skilled in individualized service plans and emotional intelligence. Successfully enhanced client independence through adaptive equipment use and positive reinforcement. Committed to fostering well-being and safety, while effectively managing care schedules and supporting nutritional needs. Proven ability to document health changes and collaborate with care teams.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Provider
Braverhood
08.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
Education
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Duchess Community College
Poughkeepsie, NY05-2029
High School Diploma -
Orchard View Alternative
Hopewell Junction, NY06-2025
Skills
- Individualized service plans
- Adaptive equipment use
- Social skills development
- Mobility support
- Activity planning
- Positive reinforcement
- Meal preparation
- Housekeeping
- Nutrition
- Goal setting and tracking
- Transportation
- Client support
- Medication administration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Support plan management
- Emotional intelligence
- Safety monitoring
- Direct patient care
Certification
- PCW - Personal Care Worker
- OPWDD Training
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
I am a huge animal enthusiast, I have 13 animals, including 7 snakes, 2 dogs, 2 cats, some reptiles, and a jumping spider I take around 2 hours every morning and evening to ensure everybody is content My animals are my babies and are the first things I think of every morning I work with one client, and he is my whole world We have created a very special bond and I love taking care of him His main caregiver is also a big part of my life and is like a second mother to me
Timeline
Direct Support Provider
Braverhood
08.2024 - Current
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences
Duchess Community College
High School Diploma -
Orchard View Alternative