Deborah Vazquez Martinez
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Accomplished Assistant Supervisor and Direct Support Professional with a proven track record at Hearthside and REM Ramsey The Mentor Network. Expert in client support and team collaboration, significantly enhancing client care and operational efficiency. Demonstrates exceptional problem-solving and compassionate caregiving, ensuring safety and compliance while fostering positive relationships and community integration.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
REM Ramsey The Mentor Network
2586 7th Ave E #201 North St.Paul MN 55103
07.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- 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.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- 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.
Assistant Supervisor
Hearthside
5301 12 Th Ave E, Shakopee Mn
12.2018 - 06.2024
- Managed daily tasks, delegating responsibilities effectively to optimize team resources and meet deadlines.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Submitted documentation and reports to upper management.
- Worked with management team to implement proper division of responsibilities.
- Coordinated with day shift supervisor to balance staffing as workloads changed.
- Assisted in the development of training materials to ensure a consistent learning experience for new hires.
- Tracked progress toward departmental goals, adjusting strategies as needed to maximize efficiency.
- Worked closely with other supervisors to create a cohesive, high-performing team that consistently met or exceeded company objectives.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and industry regulations by diligently monitoring operations and addressing issues proactively.
- Maintained safety records and accident reports for human resources.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nursing Assistant , General Education
Minneapolis Community And Technical College
Minneapolis, MN06-2018
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Medication administration
- Compassionate caregiving
- Behavioral management
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Decision-making support
- Health and safety requirements
- Relationship building
- Direct patient care
- Transportation
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient care
- Disability awareness
- Client transportation
- ADL support
- Goal setting
- Team collaboration
- Social skills development
- Crisis management
- Recreational activities
- Progress documentation
- Individualized support planning
- Patient management
- Patient assessments
- Safety monitoring
- Community integration
- Care plan assessment
- Transportation assistance
- Nutrition
- Indirect patient care
- Patient education
- Care delivery
- Self-advocacy training
- Clinical quality program standards
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Daily living support
- HIPAA compliance
- Empathy and patience
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Case documentation
- Behavioral support
- Positive reinforcement
- Client advocacy
- Conflict resolution
- Record keeping
- Life skills training
- De-escalation techniques
- Mobility assistance
- Self-care promotion
- Report writing
- Cultural awareness
- Emotional intelligence
- Healthcare
- Compassionate client care
- Infection control procedures
- Health services
- First aid and CPR
- Personal care assistance
- Charting and documentation
- Hygiene assistance
- Community integration support
- Client safety and first aid
- Quality program protocols
- Support plan management
- Community activities
- CPR certification
- Fast learner
- Critical thinking
- First aid certification
- Attentive to people
- Cooking meals
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Vitals monitoring and documentation
- Decision-making
- Clear communication
- Housekeeping
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
REM Ramsey The Mentor Network
07.2024 - Current
Assistant Supervisor
Hearthside
12.2018 - 06.2024
Associate of Arts - Nursing Assistant , General Education
Minneapolis Community And Technical College