Daquasia Stephens
Yonkers
Summary
Compassionate professional focused on helping clients maintain personal hygiene and assisting with activities of daily living. Skilled in preparing meals, maintaining organized living spaces and documenting behaviors. Committed to emotional and social support to promote overall wellness.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2018
2018
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Bus Matron
County Wide Transportation
Yonkers
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Assisted students in boarding and alighting from buses safely.
- Monitored student behavior during transportation to ensure a safe environment.
- Communicated with drivers to coordinate timely pick-up and drop-off schedules.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the bus interior and equipment.
- Provided support to students with special needs during transit activities.
- Collaborated with parents and school staff to address transportation issues effectively.
- Provided first aid care as necessary for minor injuries or illnesses.
- Participated in regular meetings with other bus matrons and supervisors to discuss best practices.
- Ensured the safety and well-being of students while traveling on school buses.
- Managed emergencies on board buses in accordance with established protocol.
- Reported any incidents or violations of school policies immediately to supervisors.
Direct Support Professional
Richmond Community Services
Yonkers
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care.
- Supported clients in developing social and communication skills.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate records.
- Collaborated with team members to create individualized care plans.
- Implemented recreational activities to promote client engagement and wellbeing.
- Advocated for clients' needs and preferences within the community.
- Monitored client behavior and reported any significant changes to supervisors.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Home Health Aide
Guardian Home Care Services
New Rochelle
11.2020 - 06.2021
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for clients.
- Communicated effectively with family members regarding client needs.
- Followed care plans developed by healthcare teams to ensure compliance.
- Cared for patients by assisting with personal hygiene tasks and completing basic household chores.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Home Health Aide
Partners In Care Inc.
Yonkers
10.2019 - 08.2020
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Administered medications as prescribed and maintained accurate records.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for clients.
- Followed care plans developed by healthcare teams to ensure compliance.
- Helped clients stay happy and healthy by providing mental and emotional support.
Education
Riverside High School
Yonkers, NYSkills
- Emergency management
- First aid administration
- Behavior monitoring
- Client advocacy
- Care planning
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Patience under pressure
- Disability awareness
- Emotional support
- Strong work ethic
- Respectfulness
- Patience and empathy
- De-escalation techniques
- Visual monitoring
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bus Matron
County Wide Transportation
10.2023 - 06.2024
Direct Support Professional
Richmond Community Services
05.2022 - 06.2023
Home Health Aide
Guardian Home Care Services
11.2020 - 06.2021
Home Health Aide
Partners In Care Inc.
10.2019 - 08.2020
Riverside High School