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Work History
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Deborah Hanley

Smithtown,NY

Summary

Dedicated health care professional with over a decade of experience at Concepts Of Independence, adept at building patient relationships and providing compassionate care. Skilled in managing complex care plans and collaborating with healthcare teams. Proven ability to enhance patient independence while ensuring safety and wellbeing through diligent monitoring and support.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Health Care Aide

Concepts Of Independence
09.2015 - 02.2025
  • Provided full-time care for my Mother for 10 years, managing all aspects of her physical, emotional, and medical needs with patience and diligence.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies within the healthcare setting.
  • Monitored health conditions administered medications as prescribed, and maintained accurate record's of dosages and schedules.
  • Coordinated with healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses, therapists) to implement care plans and address evolving medical needs.
  • Recognized and responded to emergency situations, ensuring timely communication with medical personnel when required.

Early Intervention Specialist

Marion K. Salomon & Associates, Inc
05.2003 - 07.2009

• Provide home-based special education services to children birth to three

• Offer parent training/counseling

• Implement techniques of Applied Behavioral Analysis

Special Education Teacher

Marcus Avenue Early Childhood Development Center
04.1997 - 08.2007
  • Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
  • Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
  • Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
  • Collaborated with parents, therapists, and specialists to assess needs and provide tailored support for children aged 0-5
  • Conducted workshops and one-on-one sessions to educate families on strategies for supporting child development at home.

Education

Master of Science - Early Childhood Special Education

Adelphi University, Garden City

Bachelor of Science - Special Education

Long Island University, Brookville, NY, Brookville, NY

Skills

  • Compassionate Communication & Emotional Support
  • Reliable team player
  • Patient care
  • Patient relationship building
  • Time management & Multitasking
  • Basic First Aid & emergency response
  • Record Keeping

Timeline

Health Care Aide - Concepts Of Independence
09.2015 - 02.2025
Early Intervention Specialist - Marion K. Salomon & Associates, Inc
05.2003 - 07.2009
Special Education Teacher - Marcus Avenue Early Childhood Development Center
04.1997 - 08.2007
Adelphi University - Master of Science, Early Childhood Special Education
Long Island University, Brookville, NY - Bachelor of Science, Special Education
Deborah Hanley