Deidre Dixon
Royal Palm Beach,FL
Summary
Compassionate Direct Support Professional skilled in behavioral management and first aid. Proven ability to develop tailored care plans, ensuring clients' rights and needs are met while promoting independence and quality of life.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
South Dakota Developmental Center
Redfield, SD
12.2025 - 05.2026
- Evaluated program effectiveness through regular assessments, suggesting adjustments to improve service delivery.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
- Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Adapted support approaches based on individual client preferences, fostering increased trust and rapport over time.
- Advocated for clients'' rights within the broader community, raising awareness about issues affecting those with disabilities.
- Organized recreational events that encouraged relationship building among clients and increased their sense of belonging within the group home setting.
- Served as a reliable point of contact for family members, maintaining open lines of communication about client progress and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Encouraged healthy lifestyles through nutritional planning and physical activities, improving clients' overall well-being.
- Improved clients' daily living skills with hands-on teaching and encouragement, promoting independence.
- Facilitated community integration for clients, enriching their social networks and life experiences.
- Administered medication under supervision, ensuring adherence to healthcare plans.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, facilitating trust-based relationship for effective support.
- Enhanced communication skills of non-verbal clients using alternative communication devices.
- Provided emotional and practical support to individuals, fostering positive and supportive living environment.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored and reported changes in clients' health and well-being, enabling timely interventions.
- Coordinated with families and other caregivers, ensuring cohesive approach to client support.
- Assisted with personal care tasks, respecting clients' dignity and promoting self-reliance.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Organized and participated in recreational activities, contributing to vibrant community life for residents.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Monitored client progress and behavior, providing feedback to support therapeutic goals and interventions.
- Implemented positive reinforcement strategies to encourage skill development and behavioral improvements.
- Led crisis intervention efforts, utilizing de-escalation techniques to ensure safety of clients and staff.
- 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.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Advocated for clients' needs and rights in various settings, enhancing their quality of life.
Direct Support Professional
Devereux Advanced Behavioural Health
Red Hook, NY
02.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities to promote independence and enhance quality of life.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to meet individual needs.
- Monitored client progress and behavior, providing feedback to support therapeutic goals and interventions.
- Implemented positive reinforcement strategies to encourage skill development and behavioral improvements.
- Led crisis intervention efforts, utilizing de-escalation techniques to ensure safety of clients and staff.
- Advocated for client rights and needs within community resources, enhancing access to support services.
- 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 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 direct support.
- 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.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
- Supported clients in managing their finances and personal administration, fostering greater independence.
- Conducted daily documentation of clients' progress and incidents, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
- Adapted activities and support strategies to meet changing needs of clients, demonstrating flexibility and creativity.
- Advocated for clients' needs and rights in various settings, enhancing their quality of life.
Caregiver / HHA
All Most Family Inc
West Palm Beach, FL
04.2023 - 01.2025
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and comfort.
- Monitored patient health and reported changes to medical staff promptly.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with families and healthcare providers.
- Trained new caregivers on best practices and company protocols for client care.
- Implemented safety measures to ensure a secure living environment for clients.
- Coordinated schedules and transportation for client appointments and social activities.
- Provided emotional support, fostering positive relationships with clients and families.
- Documented client progress accurately, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and strong relationships.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
Flag Technician
S&G Road Surfing Materials LTD
Kingston Jamaica
09.2020 - 08.2022
- Operated machinery for mixing and blending road surfacing materials, ensuring quality standards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to enhance operational efficiency and minimize downtime.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies and materials to support production schedules.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot technical issues, improving workflow continuity.
- Monitored production processes, identifying areas for improvement and recommending solutions.
- Documented daily operations and maintenance logs to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
St Hughs High School
Kingston JamaicaSkills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Behavioral management
- Client documentation
- Compassionate caregiving
- Medication administration
- Decision-making support
- Direct patient care
- Disability awareness
- Patient assessments
- Safety monitoring
Certification
Registered Behavioural Technician (RBT) 40hr
Home Health Aide HHA ( Florida, Washington State)
CPR
First Aide
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
South Dakota Developmental Center
12.2025 - 05.2026
Direct Support Professional
Devereux Advanced Behavioural Health
02.2025 - 12.2025
Caregiver / HHA
All Most Family Inc
04.2023 - 01.2025
Flag Technician
S&G Road Surfing Materials LTD
09.2020 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
St Hughs High School