Crystal Hughes
Oak Hill,OH
Summary
Diligent Direct Support Professional with solid background in providing compassionate support to individuals. Adept at managing daily activities and ensuring clients' well-being through personalized care plans. Demonstrated proficiency in communication and problem-solving skills.
Experienced with providing comprehensive care and support to diverse client populations. Utilizes effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships. Track record of maintaining safe and supportive environment tailored to individual needs.
Overview
1
1
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Buckeye Community Services
Jackson,OH
03.2025 - Current
- Delivered personalized support to individuals with developmental disabilities, fostering daily living skills and promoting independence.
- Developed and executed behavior management strategies to foster positive interactions and minimize challenging behaviors.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to design and enhance personalized care plans for clients.
- Facilitated recreational activities, encouraging socialization and community integration among clients.
- Monitored and documented client progress, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and quality of care.
- Developed and maintained relationships with families, providing updates on client well-being and progress towards goals.
Assistant Teacher
JVCAI
Jackson, OH
11.2022 - 01.2025
- Maintained safe, educational environment for students during learning and free play time.
- Interacted positively with children to encourage development and involvement in activities, treating each child with dignity and respect.
- Assisted teacher with enrichment activities, correcting papers or supervising classroom to foster positive learning environment
- Worked with students to reinforce learning of material or skill introduced by teacher.
Main Bartender
Gary's Place
Patriot, OH
05.2014 - 06.2022
- Operated cash register and Point of Sale (POS) system for transactions and made proper change for cash transactions.
- Collected and organized daily till totals and tips.
- Talked easily with patrons to build rapport and earn repeat business.
- Prepared specialty drinks to support servers.
- Poured wine, beer and cocktails for patrons.
Traffic Control Flagger
Area Wide Protective Inc.
Dunbar, WV
03.2013 - 05.2014
- Removed cones, signs and barricades upon completion of work.
- Collaborated with other flaggers by using hand-held radios to disseminate traffic and safety information.
- Placed warning and detour signs to alert drivers of alternate routes and dangerous driving areas.
- Coordinated two-way traffic on single lane roads by placing markers and cones.
- Utilized hand signals and positioned direction signs to guide traffic around hazardous or construction sites.
Education
General Studies
University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College
Rio Grande, OHHigh School Diploma -
Oak Hill High School Oak Hill Ohio
Oak Hill, OH05-2004
Skills
- Learning Modalities
- Conflict Resolution
- Schedule Management
- Curriculum Development
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Client documentation
- Team collaboration
- Oral communication
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Buckeye Community Services
03.2025 - Current
Assistant Teacher
JVCAI
11.2022 - 01.2025
Main Bartender
Gary's Place
05.2014 - 06.2022
Traffic Control Flagger
Area Wide Protective Inc.
03.2013 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
Oak Hill High School Oak Hill Ohio
General Studies
University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College