Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Cora Smith

Resource Center for Independent Living
Hopewell Junction,NY
1
Certification
2
years of professional experience

Proactive Direct Support Professional experienced in developing and monitoring personalized care plans. Known for strong crisis management and disability awareness, effectively contributing to client well-being and safety through comprehensive support strategies.

Work History

Direct Support Professional

1 Year 11 Months
Resource Center for Independent Living | 08.2024 - Current
  • Assisted individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and self-sufficiency.
  • Developed and implemented personalized care plans to meet client needs effectively.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for clients.
  • Monitored client progress and adjusted care strategies based on individual feedback.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.

Education

High School Diploma

Orchard View Alternative High School | Hopewell Junction, NY | 05-2025
  • 3.0 GPA

Associate of Applied Science - Vet Tech

Dutchess Community College | Poughkeepsie, NY | 05-2028
  • 2.98 GPA

Skills

Time management
First aid and safety
Behavior redirection
Client support
Medication administration
Client documentation
Relationship building
Direct patient care
Disability awareness
Recreational activities
Crisis management

Certification

  • OPWDD Fire Safety
  • OPWDD Choking and Aspiration Training
  • OPWDD LGBTQIA+ Training
  • OPWDD Core Competencies
  • NYS Mandated Sexual Harassment Prevention Training
  • NYS Mandated Reporter

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Resource Center for Independent Living
08.2024 - CurrentRead More

Dutchess Community College

Associate of Applied Science from Vet Tech
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Orchard View Alternative High School

High School Diploma
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Cora Smith