Darwin Disla
The Bronx
Summary
Compassionate Waiver Service Provider known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in personalized care planning, crisis intervention techniques, and regulatory compliance. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving, ensuring clients receive top-quality support tailored to their unique needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2006
2006
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Waiver Service Provider
CHDFS
New York
03.2024 - Current
- Ensured compliance with state laws and regulations governing waiver services.
- Provided case management services including linking clients to appropriate resources and monitoring outcomes.
- Educated families on available resources in the community related to mental health, education, or employment opportunities.
- Developed and implemented service plans for clients.
- Assisted in developing strategies to address challenging behaviors exhibited by some clients.
- Assisted with the development of independent living skills such as budgeting, cooking, and transportation.
- Maintained accurate records of all interactions with clients in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Provided referrals for additional support services as needed by clients.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals in need.
- Coordinated with external agencies and organizations to provide comprehensive services to clients.
- Conducted assessments of client needs and developed individualized goals and objectives for each client.
- Actively sought out community-based resources that could benefit clients.
- Monitored activities of daily living for individuals in waiver programs.
- Tracked client progress via regular follow up calls or home visits.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings regarding client progress or treatment plans.
- Adhered to all HIPAA regulations when handling confidential information about clients.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions used by clinicians during service delivery.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions with clients to help them reach their goals.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress towards goals in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
- Empowered patients and families to negotiate with resource providers and make decisions on own behalf.
- Consulted and collaborated with other professionals to provide continuity of patient-family care.
- Guided clients through transition to independent living within community.
- Provided assertive community-based rehabilitation and case management services to high-risk mentally ill patients.
- Maintained accurate records and documented client data in company databases.
- Promoted community resources through printed marketing material, email newsletters and social media campaigns.
- Developed appropriate treatment plans focusing on each individual's needs.
- Engaged in crisis intervention procedures to prevent or facilitate hospitalization.
Elementary School Paraprofessional
Department Of Education
The Bronx
03.2014 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports.
- Utilized effective communication strategies when interacting with diverse populations.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and academic progress reports.
- Instructed students using a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Assisted in the implementation of educational programs for special needs children.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Monitored student attendance records and reported any discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
- Supported English Language Learners by providing additional instruction on language acquisition skills.
- Administered assessments to determine student's academic performance levels.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Collaborated with special education staff to develop Individualized Education Plans.
- Facilitated communication between educators, administrators, and parents regarding student progress.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students when needed.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents.
- Managed daily attendance and reported absences and tardies to appropriate personnel for parental notification.
- Assisted in preparing lesson materials and bulletin board displays.
- Attended in-services, workshops and seminars.
- Kept track of teaching materials and regularly stocked school supplies.
- Collected money from students for school-related projects and field trips.
- Distributed pencils, paper, textbooks and workbooks to students.
- Monitored computer usage and assisted students with hardware and software issues.
- Organized and labeled student materials when setting up classrooms.
- Supervised students in classrooms, halls, cafeterias, gymnasiums and field trips.
- Took class attendance and recorded absences.
- Managed computers in classrooms and laboratories and assisted students with computer use when required.
- Taught daily life skills and behaviors to students to build practical knowledge.
- Backed up lessons with personal support, small group instruction and hands-on activities.
- Organized classroom spaces to meet students' learning needs and smoothly manage planned activities.
- Distributed tests and collected homework assignments after completion.
- Developed detailed inventory of equipment and school supplies.
- Arranged lesson outlines and individual plans according to course syllabus and district requirements.
- Participated in IEP meetings and contributed to the development of educational plans.
- Implemented behavior management plans to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Provided one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance with assignments.
- Supported classroom teacher with daily instruction and management of student activities.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to lead teacher.
- Supervised students during non-instructional times, including lunch and recess.
- Handled clerical duties, managed classrooms, and coordinated documents for teachers.
- Provided clerical support to teachers, such as photocopying and organizing materials.
- Assisted students with special needs in completing tasks and understanding material.
- Supported English Language Learners in acquiring language skills and understanding content.
- Contributed to a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Assisted with the organization and implementation of classroom projects and events.
- Guided students in developing organizational and study skills.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
- Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
Elementary Sports Specialists
Mission Society
The Bronx
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Analyzed data from practice sessions to identify areas needing improvement among individual players or teams as a whole.
- Developed and implemented exercise programs for athletes of all ages and skill levels.
- Conducted assessments of athlete's abilities to determine strengths and weaknesses in order to develop appropriate strategies for success.
- Maintained records of attendance, scores, injuries, awards. associated with team members throughout the season.
- Monitored athlete's progress and provided feedback on their performance.
- Assisted with the design, installation, and maintenance of sports equipment.
- Performed administrative tasks related to scheduling games, matches, coordinating officials, referees, distributing uniforms, equipment.
- Organized tournaments and events for various sports teams.
- Coordinated transportation arrangements for away games or tournaments as required.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during practices or competitions.
- Created training plans to improve physical performance in athletes.
- Instructed participants in proper techniques for a variety of sports activities including strength training exercises.
- Educated athletes on proper nutrition and dieting techniques for optimal health outcomes.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding their child's progress within the program.
- Collaborated with program director to optimize activities, lesson plans and policies.
- Cultivated and tested procedures for handling in-game or practice-based emergencies.
Education
Dewitt Clinton High School
Bronx , NySkills
- Case management
- Service plan development
- Crisis intervention
- Resource education
- Data management
- Compliance oversight
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Behavioral assessment
- Community engagement
- Conflict resolution
- Problem solving
- Empathetic listening
- Organizational skills
- Relationship building
- Mental health support
- Community integration
- Service monitoring
- De-escalation techniques
- Continuing education
- Individualized service planning
- Progress evaluation
- Autism spectrum
- Multicultural competence
- Case coordination
- Person-centered approach
- Transportation assistance
- Suicide prevention strategies
- Group facilitation
- Emotional awareness
- Multitasking
- Trauma-informed care
- Team building
- Analytical skills
- Team leadership
- Treatment Planning
- Program planning
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Child development
- Human Rights Understanding
- Information privacy
- Paperwork and documentation
- Documentation proficiency
- Telephone and email support
- Professional ethics
- Client advocacy
- Professional boundaries
- Personal care assistance
- Health and safety compliance
- Assessment skills
- Confidentiality practices
- Adaptive strategies
- Positive reinforcement
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Elementary Sports Specialists
Mission Society
07.2025 - 08.2025
Waiver Service Provider
CHDFS
03.2024 - Current
Elementary School Paraprofessional
Department Of Education
03.2014 - Current
Dewitt Clinton High School