Daisy LaPat
Piedmont,OK
Summary
Dedicated Special Needs Caregiver at Barnabas Prep, skilled in behavior management and client communication. Successfully enhanced social skills and independence for individuals with disabilities, fostering a nurturing environment. Advocated for student rights, ensuring community inclusion and emotional support, while maintaining meticulous records to track progress and interventions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Needs Caregiver
Barnabas Prep
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Worked with individuals with special needs to increase social skills and independence.
- Provided emotional support to enhance well-being and coping skills.
- Ensured safety at all times by monitoring environments closely for potential hazards or challenges related to individual conditions or limitations.
- Provided assistance to individuals with disabilities by helping with activities of daily living.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using de-escalation techniques and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided personal care to maintain hygiene and prevent health problems.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to prevent accidents and promote health.
- Prepared meals and snacks to provide proper nutrition and hydration.
- Engaged individuals in recreational and leisure activities to promote socialization and improve quality of life.
- Provided compassionate care and support, fostering a nurturing environment conducive to personal growth and learning.
- Maintained confidentiality and privacy to protect individual's rights and well-being.
- Improved communication skills of special needs students by incorporating visual aids, gestures, and assistive technology.
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Administered medication to manage symptoms and promote healing.
- Communicated well both verbally and in writing with clients, guardians, and medical professionals.
- Assisted students in achieving self-sufficiency through targeted life skills training and daily routine guidance.
- Implemented behavior management plans consistently to establish clear expectations and maintain a structured learning environment.
- Maintained detailed records of student performance, goals, and interventions for ongoing evaluation and adjustment of IEPs.
- Kept complete and accurate records, documenting care and patient progress.
- Promoted physical health and well-being for students by integrating exercise routines and sensory play into daily activities.
- Conducted thorough assessments of student strengths, weaknesses, preferences, and potential triggers in order to inform intervention strategies effectively.
- Enhanced social skills development for students through group activities and peer interaction exercises.
- Offered respite care for families to support well-being and prevent burnout.
- Advocated passionately for special needs students'' rights and inclusion in the larger school community.
- Transported individuals to appointments and activities to facilitate access to healthcare and community engagement.
- Increased student engagement with personalized learning materials adapted to individual abilities and interests.
- Empowered students to express themselves creatively through art, music, and other forms of self-expression within a supportive environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Prepared meals and snacks and fed clients.
- Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping, and routine cleaning.
- Offered support to assist with supervising special needs individuals in home.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Arranged transportation and accompanied patients to doctors' offices and errands.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
Special Needs Summer Camp Staff Member
Camp Barnabas
05.2022 - 08.2024
- Fostered a positive environment for campers by promoting inclusivity, respect, and enthusiasm in all interactions.
- Tailored instructional strategies according to individual learning styles of each camper to optimize skill acquisition during activity sessions.
- Extended support in administrative tasks such as registration, documentation, and parent communication to ensure efficient operations at the summer camp.
- Managed logistics of daily camp operations such as attendance tracking, meal coordination, and equipment inventory to maintain smooth routines.
- Built strong relationships with parents through regular updates on their child''s progress and participation at the summer camp.
- Maintained accurate records of incidents involving injuries or behavioral issues; collaborated with leadership team to develop appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Assisted in planning special events like talent shows, field trips or themed days that added variety to the camp schedule while promoting camaraderie among participants.
- Evaluated camper performance regularly through observation and feedback sessions to ensure continuous growth and improvement throughout the summer program.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Enhanced camper experience by developing and implementing diverse, age-appropriate activities.
- Ensured camper safety by diligently supervising activities, enforcing rules, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Collaborated effectively with other staff members to coordinate events, resolve conflicts, and facilitate an enjoyable experience for all campers.
- Provided emotional support for campers in need, fostering resilience and helping them overcome obstacles throughout their time at the summer camp.
- Cultivated a sense of community among campers by encouraging positive interactions, setting group goals, and celebrating collective achievements.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting plans based on changing circumstances or unexpected events; consistently maintained a high level of enthusiasm while working under pressure.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness within cabins and shared spaces; educated campers on proper hygiene practices to prevent illness outbreaks during their stay at summer camp premises.
- Facilitated learning experiences outside the traditional classroom setting by incorporating hands-on projects based on nature exploration, arts and crafts, sportsmanship development.
- Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.
- Collaborated with other recreation staff in developing new recreational activities.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
- Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
- Developed and monitored safety policies and procedures to facilitate safety of participants.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by listening to complaints and finding appropriate solutions.
- Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.
- Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
Sales Associate
Sam's Club
12.2023 - 05.2024
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
- Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
Shift Manager
McDonald's
04.2019 - 08.2021
- Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Improved overall team performance by effectively delegating tasks and providing clear instructions.
- Promoted a positive work environment through open communication and constructive feedback.
- Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
- Kept employees operating productively and working on task to meet business and customer needs.
- Worked closely with team members to schedule breaks and shifts to meet state regulations.
- Coached crew members to optimize performance and motivate toward more efficient work.
- Collaborated with other Shift Managers to maintain consistency in policies enforcement across all shifts, fostering a cohesive workplace culture.
- Excelled in every store position and regularly backed up front-line staff.
- Achieved consistent customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Cooperated with coworkers to improve customer experience and manage storefront.
- Exercised composure under pressure and in escalated customer service scenarios.
- Handled emergency situations with a calm demeanor, ensuring the safety of both customers and employees during critical incidents.
- Advised new employees on company procedures and policies to facilitate daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Managed employee schedules to ensure adequate coverage during peak hours, resulting in a smoother workflow.
- Provided ongoing coaching to team members in order to drive continuous improvement in their performance levels consistently over time.
- Scheduled staff to establish adequate coverage during peak business hours.
- Built relationships with customers and managed accounts to drive revenue and profit.
- Led by example, demonstrating strong work ethic and commitment to excellence, inspiring staff to achieve their best.
- Resolved customer complaints with effective problem-solving techniques, maintaining high levels of customer loyalty.
Education
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK05-2025
Skills
- Behavior management
- Crisis intervention
- Individualized care
- Client communication
- Time management
- Emotional support
- Activity planning
- Record keeping
- Wheelchair transfer
- Community inclusion
- Special needs advocacy
- Social skills development
- Positive reinforcement
- Medication management
- First aid and CPR
Certification
Lifeguard
CPR
Timeline
Special Needs Caregiver
Barnabas Prep
08.2024 - 05.2025
Sales Associate
Sam's Club
12.2023 - 05.2024
Special Needs Summer Camp Staff Member
Camp Barnabas
05.2022 - 08.2024
Shift Manager
McDonald's
04.2019 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - General Studies
University of Central Oklahoma
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