Daniel Richards
Moorefield Station,VA
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills, and committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
14
14
Years of military service
5
5
Healthcare related services
12
12
Fitness coach
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Choice, Respect, Independence, INC
10.2024 - Current
- Maintained a 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 need to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Assisted disabled clients to support their independence and well-being.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Addressed emergencies calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
Behavior Technician
North Spring Behavioral Healthcare
07.2022 - 08.2024
- Maintained detailed records of client behaviors and interventions, ensuring accurate tracking of progress over time.
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
- Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plans.
- Collaborated with client's support system and other allied specialists to implement positive interventions.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
- Participated in patient education, helping to reinforce concepts and treatment plans.
- Monitored patient behavior and immediately reported changes to supervising physician.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Collaborated closely with mental health professionals with treatment plan implementation.
- Provided therapeutic activities to assist with patient development.
- Charted on each patient daily.
- Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.
Production Supervisor
4th Street Food Co-op
05.2021 - 06.2022
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Managed team of 24 employees production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
Military Officer
Armed Forces of Liberia
07.2007 - 06.2021
- Ensured compliance with regulations and policies through diligent oversight of daily activities and procedures.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with staff in the unit and other units.
- Supervised the work of junior officers, evaluated performance, and produced detailed reports.
- Enhanced unit readiness by conducting thorough training sessions and implementing strategic planning initiatives.
- Organized morale-boosting events for unit members to promote camaraderie and foster a positive work environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Home Land Security And Emergency Mangement
12.2025
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
05.2007
High School Diploma -
07.2001
Certificate - Army Instructor Course/ Drill Sergeant Course.
03.2012 - 06.2012
Deplomate - Military Leadership
04.2021 - 06.2021
Skills
- Behavioral Management
- Social Skills Development
- Positive Reinforcement
- Behavior treatment plans
- Skill Development
Friendly, positive attitude
Calm under pressure
Dependable and responsible
Active listening
Customer service
Decision-making
Critical thinking
Attention to detail
Team collaboration
Certification
- Salesforce Certified Administrator
- CPR/AED Certification
- Leadership and Development Certificate. United States Army Drill Sergeant School
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- QPR Suicide Prevention Training Certificate - QPR Institute.
- Deescalation Techniques Certificate – Various certified training organizations.
- Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) - Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
- Mental Health Peer Specialist certification – Various state-accredited bodies or national associations.
- First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Certification - Crisis Prevention Institute.
- Mental Health First Aid Certification - National Council for Behavioral Health.
- Direct Support Professional certification – College of Direct Support or State-specific programs.
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of staff members.
- Documented and resolved which led to [Results].
- Collaborated with the team in the development
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursHealthcare benefitsPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave401k matchLanguages
English
Professional Working
Interests
Healthcare/Mental healthcare provider/ security personnel
Timeline
Direct Support Professional - Choice, Respect, Independence, INC
10.2024 - Current
Behavior Technician - North Spring Behavioral Healthcare
07.2022 - 08.2024
Production Supervisor - 4th Street Food Co-op
05.2021 - 06.2022
United State Noncommisiioned Leadership School - Deplomate , Military Leadership
04.2021 - 06.2021
United States Drill Sergeant School - Certificate , Army Instructor Course/ Drill Sergeant Course.
03.2012 - 06.2012
Military Officer - Armed Forces of Liberia
07.2007 - 06.2021
Grand Canyon University - Bachelor of Science, Home Land Security And Emergency Mangement
African Methodist Episcopal Zion University - Associate of Science, Criminal Justice
Mathew R. Walker Institute - High School Diploma,
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