Dana Brewster
Harper Woods,MI
Summary
Dana Brewster Caring aide skilled in assisting with daily activities, providing emotional and mental support, and managing household tasks. Proven ability to ensure physical comfort, safety, and well-being for all patients. Demonstrated commitment to promoting patient autonomy, independence, and dignity. Highly experienced professional with background providing direct care services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Strengths include excellent communication skills, strong organizational skills, and a compassionate, patient demeanor. Talented at monitoring and addressing the needs of individuals for safety, comfort and well-being. Commitment to providing quality care through skillful and professional delivery of services. Motivated individual with experience providing compassionate support to developmentally disabled clients. Skilled at providing a wide range of support services, including behavioral management, personal care, health maintenance, and recreational activities. Dedicated to helping clients reach their highest potential through individualized care plans and creative problem-solving.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DSP
Angels Place
Southfield, MI
2026 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living skills to promote independence and self-sufficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to develop personalized care plans for clients.
- Supported implementation of therapeutic activities to enhance social engagement.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and incidents in compliance with agency standards.
- Monitored and reported any changes in client behaviors or health status to supervisors promptly.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, and service providers to ensure cohesive support systems.
- Evaluated effectiveness of support strategies, suggesting adjustments based on individual needs and feedback.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- 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 clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
DSP
JARC
Bloomfield, Michigan
02.2022 - Current
- Established personal relationships with clients to maintain patient comfort and care.
- Implemented individualized behavior plans designed to reduce challenging behaviors while promoting self-advocacy and independence.
- Encouraged individuals to participate in leisure and social activities.
- Administered medication and tracked treatment plan progress.
- Helped patients move in and out of beds, baths and wheelchairs.
- Provided guidance to clients in order to help them achieve their goals and objectives related to independent living skills.
- Supervised and assisted patients during showers and baths.
- Checked patients’ pulse, temperature, and respiration.
- Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respirations.
- Cleaned and organized client’s living quarters to make living conditions more hospitable.
- Drove motor vehicles to transport clients to physicians’ offices or outings.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
university prep high school
Detroit06-2013
Skills
- Acquired knowledge and skills rapidly to enhance team performance and efficiency
- Oversaw product location strategies to optimize inventory flow and enhance operational efficiency Coordinated with cross-functional teams to implement effective product placement initiatives Drove improvements in product visibility to increase customer satisfaction and sales performance
- Oversaw the development of comprehensive pick lists to streamline order processing Coordinated with inventory management to enhance accuracy and reduce discrepancies Facilitated training sessions for staff on best practices for pick list execution
- Performed essential maintenance activities to support operational efficiency and safety standards
- Oversaw unloading operations to maintain workflow continuity and optimize storage capacity
- Oversaw logistics for heavy lifting operations, ensuring timely completion of tasks Coordinated with team members to optimize workflow during physically demanding projects Developed strategies to enhance safety and efficiency in lifting procedures
- Managed inventory replenishment processes to maintain product availability and support sales operations
- Oversaw bending, stooping, and turning activities to enhance operational efficiency Coordinated physical tasks to support team objectives and ensure seamless workflow Fostered a collaborative environment by actively participating in essential movements
- Implemented initiatives to prioritize customer satisfaction and loyalty
- Executed task prioritization to ensure timely project completion
- Facilitated informed decision-making to support project objectives and team alignment
- Implemented effective time management strategies to streamline workflow and meet deadlines
- Implemented effective strategies for accurate vital signs assessment to enhance patient care
- Evaluated patient needs and preferences to formulate effective care strategies
- Oversaw meal planning initiatives to align with nutritional guidelines and dietary needs Coordinated preparation efforts to enhance meal quality and presentation Developed strategies to optimize kitchen workflow and resource allocation
- Conducted grocery shopping to maintain inventory levels and support meal preparation
- Applied comprehensive knowledge of state regulations to support organizational policy development
- Oversaw first aid initiatives to enhance workplace safety standards Developed and implemented safety training programs to promote awareness and preparedness Coordinated emergency response drills to ensure team readiness
- Oversaw initiatives to enhance emotional and social well-being among participants Developed programs that promoted supportive relationships and community engagement Cultivated an environment conducive to open communication and trust
- Administered medications accurately and timely to support optimal patient health outcomes
- Implemented efficient systems for organizing and maintaining medical records to support healthcare operations
- Facilitated material handling by lifting and transporting items to designated locations
- Obtained first aid certification to ensure preparedness for medical emergencies
- Established and maintained positive relationships with patients to support their care experience
Certification
- CPR / FIRST AID
- HUMAN RIGHTS
- MEDICATIONS
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards Added packed boxes to conveyor belts for movement to shipping stations Moved boxes and organized aisles to open up floor space and enable forklift operators to move freely through warehouse Reviewed printed tickets or digital orders to get item numbers and merchandise locations Helped customers complete purchases by moving heavy items, collecting payments and bagging purchases Stayed current on available products, store promotions and customer service policies to better assist with any need Maintained current knowledge of shelf planograms and end cap plans to effectively merchandise products Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks
Timeline
DSP
JARC
02.2022 - Current
High School Diploma - undefined
university prep high school
DSP
Angels Place
2026 - Current