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Dana Adams

Spartanburg,SC

Summary

Dedicated professional with experience as a Direct Support Professional at Marc INC, skilled in behavior redirection and client support. Proven ability to enhance client well-being through tailored care plans and crisis intervention. Strong time management and safety skills, ensuring a clean and organized environment while promoting personal growth and achievement. In home support with clients as well.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Marc INC
09.2024 - Current
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.

Forklift Operator

ADUSA
07.2022 - 09.2024
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.

Education

High School Diploma -

Weaver Public High School
Hartford, CT
06-1989

Skills

  • Time management
  • First aid and safety
  • Behavior redirection
  • Client support
  • Physical & Psychological Management Training
  • Fire Safety State of CT Department of Developmental Services
  • OSHA
  • Dysphagia/Safe swallowing
  • Seizures
  • Dementia & Down Syndrome
  • ADA training state of CT
  • Sexual Harassment state of CT

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Marc INC
09.2024 - Current

Forklift Operator

ADUSA
07.2022 - 09.2024

High School Diploma -

Weaver Public High School