Debbie Gardea

• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
• Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
• Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Assisted clients with daily living needs 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 behavior support.
• Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
• Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
• 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.
• Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
• 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 participants.
• Transported participants to outings, special events and to their homes with safety and efficiency.
• Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
• Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.

Transporting and assisted adults with Intellectual disabilities with daily task. Coordinate beneficial activities to the participants needs or goals. Managed participants with their behaviors and life skills. Complete daily/monthly observation reports assistance with, feeding, incontinent care, and toileting.