Danamarie Philbin
Staten Island
Summary
Compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professional with extensive experience providing hands-on care and support to individuals with developmental and medical needs. Expertise in fostering an environment that prioritizes safety, dignity, and independence while enhancing the overall quality of life for those served. Strong advocate for person-centered approaches, dedicated to empowering individuals to achieve personal goals and aspirations. Proven ability to build trusting relationships and collaborate effectively with families.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Person Centered Care Services
Staten Island, NY
08.2024 - Current
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Administered medication
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities
- Peg tube care/support
- Provided safe transfers and mobility assistance, including lifting and repositioning individuals.
- Safety monitoring
- Progress notes/documentation
Dental Assistant
Dr. Brian Mirman
Staten Island, NY
05.2017 - Current
- Prepared treatment room. Assisted the dentist by handing him the proper instruments during procedures. Took and developed x-rays. Documented x-ray results. Recorded and filed records of treatments. Sterilized and wiped down dental instruments. Maintained daily inventory for supplies.
Recreation Worker
Clove Lakes Rehabilitation Center
Staten Island, NY
10.2015 - 03.2017
- Direct daily activities (parties, food, games, crafts, cooking, and trivia) for up to 35 dementia residents.
- Transport residents to programs.
- Design and deliver programs including: arts and crafts, music, sports, games and beauty care.
- Dementia unit Worker: managed patient activities; engagement and patient responsiveness.
- Ensure that up-to-date written and electronic records and activity data were maintained in accordance with HIPAA guidelines. Assisted scanning attendance sheets.
Administrative Office Assistant
Allied Cleaning Services
New York, NY
03.2015 - 05.2015
- Provided administrative support to the President and the Office Manager.
- Organized and filed residential leases. Maintained an up-to-date inventory of tenant records.
- Labeled and properly filed property agreements. Assisted with paycheck distribution.
- Shredded and discarded confidential employee applications. Assisted scanning Attendance sheets.
- Temporary Position
Childcare Provider
Staten Island, NY
09.2009 - 01.2014
- Oversaw and cared for children in the absence of parents. Prepared nutritious meals and snacks.
- Facilitated children with their reading and math homework. Performed general personnel functions, such as supervision, training and scheduling.
Education
A.O.S - Office Administration
Wood Tobè-Coburn School
New York, NY01-2015
Skills
- Compassionate caregiving
- Ability to lift
- Medication management
- Vitals monitoring and documentation
- Attentive to people
- Mobility assistance
- Decision-making support
- Relationship building
- Disability awareness
- ADL support
- Social skills development
- Daily living support
- Behavior support
- Nutrition support
- Client support
Certification
Microsoft Office Certified. Type 55 WPM, First Aid and CPR Certified, Certified in Violence Prevention And Intervention, Certified in Identification and Reporting of Child abuse and Maltreatment, DASA Certified, Nominated Substitute ParaProfessional
Awards/Honors
Perfect Attendance Award, September 2013, Honor Roll 2013-2014
Related Courses
Business Communications, Business Organizations, Data Analysis, Database Management Meeting and Event Planning, Office Procedures, Oral Communications, Professional Development
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Person Centered Care Services
08.2024 - Current
Dental Assistant
Dr. Brian Mirman
05.2017 - Current
Recreation Worker
Clove Lakes Rehabilitation Center
10.2015 - 03.2017
Administrative Office Assistant
Allied Cleaning Services
03.2015 - 05.2015
Childcare Provider
09.2009 - 01.2014
A.O.S - Office Administration
Wood Tobè-Coburn School