David Dicks
Riverhead,NY
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level DSP position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Proven skills in receiving, moving and stocking merchandise. Efficient, accurate and hardworking team player knowledgeable about grocery stocking and rotation procedures. Comfortable lifting 80 pounds. Also a Driver Helper with consistent record of arriving on time and ready to work hard for all shifts. Dedicated to keeping deliveries efficient and outperforming expectations. Accustomed to working in any environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DSP
Family Residences And Essential Enterprises
Middle Island, NY
03.2016 - 09.2023
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Acted as team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
Day Habilitation Specialist Foater / DSP
IGHL
Riverhead, NY
04.2013 - 01.2016
- Offered input into development and implementation of new action plans for each person supported.
- Monitored safety and welfare of people supported and took corrective actions or notified supervisor of concerns.
- Transported people supported to appointments and community outings.
- Documented habilitation services in system and with paper notes.
- Transported residents to and from appointments and other activities to encourage mobility.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Recorded participant behavior and methods to alleviate barriers and progress toward goals.
- Instructed and reinforced target outcomes to help individuals achieve goals.
- Delivered training needs, behavior management and communication to support goal plans.
- Noted client responses and results to facilitate interventions and assessment through proper documentation.
- Implemented written goals from treatment plans to enhance patient outcomes.
- Offered instructions to help individuals learn, retain or improve competencies for maximal functioning.
- Developed resident activities and programming to encourage new skills and maintain present skills.
- Recognized emergency situations and implemented appropriate procedures to comply with safety rules and regulations.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
Sales Associate/Stock Associate
Restoration Hardware
Riverhead, NY
01.2013 - 12.2015
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
- Conducted inventories on a regular basis to track stock levels.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
Driver Helper
UPS
Riverhead, NY
09.2013 - 12.2013
- Loaded and unloaded cargo from vehicles.
- Ensured that all items were properly secured in the vehicle for transport.
- Provided assistance to drivers with loading and unloading packages and other materials.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical safety issues prior to operation.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, including times and destinations.
- Assisted customers with unloading their purchased items at final destination.
- Organized inventory in the warehouse according to established procedures.
- Followed company policies and procedures when operating a vehicle or performing duties onsite.
- Delivered goods in a safe, timely, and efficient manner while adhering to traffic laws and regulations.
Overnight Stock Associate
BJ's Wholesale
Riverhead, NY
04.2012 - 01.2013
- Maintained accurate inventory of stock levels throughout the night.
- Received and unloaded merchandise shipments, verifying quantities against invoices.
- Organized shelves and racks in a neat and orderly fashion.
- Stocked shelves with incoming items and removed outdated products.
- Checked product quality to ensure freshness and usability.
- Replenished supplies as needed to keep store fully stocked.
- Loaded trucks for delivery of merchandise to other stores or warehouses.
- Inspected equipment regularly for proper functioning and safety hazards.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations for storage of hazardous materials.
Dietary Aide
The Hampton Center
Southampton, NY
05.2009 - 10.2012
- Assisted with preparation of snacks and other light meals.
- Delivered meals to residents and patients in their rooms when requested.
- Informed supervisor about any changes in patient's dietary needs or preferences.
- Worked closely with dietitians to ensure proper nutrition for each resident and patient.
- Assisted in menu planning based on resident and patient preferences and dietary requirements.
- Performed general cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes, wiping countertops.
- Prepared and served meals according to dietary guidelines.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment and surfaces.
- Kept records of meal service for accurate billing.
- Ensured that all food was prepared according to established health standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Riverhead Senior High School
Riverhead, NY06.2008
Some College (No Degree) -
Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NYSkills
- DSP Development
- Team building
- First Aid/CPR
- Training and Development
- Multitasking Abilities
- Cultural Awareness
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Interpersonal Communication
- Data Entry
- Critical Thinking
- PPE Compliance
- Planning and Coordination
- Excellent Communication
- Active Listening
- Written Communication
- Decision-Making
- Managing Transportation
- Nonviolent Intervention
- Infection Control Procedures
- Cleaning Products
- Company Guidelines
- Client Observations
- Recreational Activities
- Client Needs Assessment
- Companionship and Emotional Support
- General Housekeeping
- Developmental Disabilities
- Crisis Management
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Safety Behaviors
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Healthy Eating
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Annual Reports
- Patient Toileting
- Individualized Assistance
- Dietary Needs
- Activity Planning
- Disability Assistance
- Behavior Management
- Mental Health Support
- Patient Wellness
- First Aid Certification
- Clean Living Spaces
- Ability to Lift
- Developing Client Trust
- Administer Medication
- Home Health Care Expertise
- Special Needs Care
- Daily Charting
- Attentive to People
- Sanitizing Surfaces
- Daily Task Assistance
- Client Records Management
- Vitals Monitoring and Documentation
- Report Observations
- Problem Identification
- Treatment Protocols
- Individual Service Plans
- Handling Procedures
- Service Documentation
- Care for Patients
- Professional Relationships
- Family Support and Instruction
- Observe Behaviors
- Adaptive Equipment
- Cardiovascular and Respiratory Evaluations
- Goal Implementation
- Observational Skills
- Patient Rights
- Client Support
- Household Chores
- Emergency Situations
- Log Files
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Job Readiness
- Standard Operating Procedures Understanding
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Verbal Communication
- Multitasking
- Conflict Resolution
- Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Relationships
- Pallet Jack Operation
- Visual Merchandising
- Safety Processes and Procedures
- Truck Unloading
- Safety Methods
- Merchandise Stocking
- Storage Organization
- Loss Prevention
- Heavy Lifting
- Order Receiving
- Price Checking
- Stock Rotation
- Proficient With Planograms and Schematics
- Money Handling
- Positive Attitude
- Inventory Reporting
- Energetic and Outgoing
Certification
- First Aid and CPR certified
- Scip certified
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
How many ideas have there been in the history of the human race that were unthinkable ten years before they appeared?
Fyodor Dostoevsky
Timeline
DSP
Family Residences And Essential Enterprises
03.2016 - 09.2023
Driver Helper
UPS
09.2013 - 12.2013
Day Habilitation Specialist Foater / DSP
IGHL
04.2013 - 01.2016
Sales Associate/Stock Associate
Restoration Hardware
01.2013 - 12.2015
Overnight Stock Associate
BJ's Wholesale
04.2012 - 01.2013
Dietary Aide
The Hampton Center
05.2009 - 10.2012
High School Diploma -
Riverhead Senior High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Suffolk County Community College