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Demetria Delacruz

Norfolk,VA

Summary

Dependable, passionate, energetic, committed, and empathetic professional. Proficient in multitasking and teamwork. Knowledgeable in individual care and enhancing individual well-being and safety. Demonstrates problem-solving and interpersonal skills, contributing to effective individual support and team collaboration.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

DSP

SSVA
Virginia Beach, VA
03.2024 - Current
  • Obtained sources of entertainment for individuals to provide full, enjoyable daily activities.
  • Drove individuals to doctors' appointments and social outings.
  • Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for individuals, and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
  • Assisted individuals with maintaining good personal hygiene.
  • Organized oral medications for individuals following dosage and schedule requirements.
  • Monitored the health and well-being of individuals, and reported significant health changes.
  • Built a strong and trusting rapport with each individual.
  • Maintained the cleanliness of an individual's environment by cleaning surfaces, and washing clothes or dishes.

Mental Health Tech

Central State Hospital
Louisville, Kentucky
06.2021 - 08.2023
  • Observe patients' responses to treatment, and report changes in their condition to medical staff and the mental health team.
  • Performed mental health assessments, taking vital signs, and observing patients' behaviors.
  • Lead patients in therapeutic and recreational activities.
  • Ensured the safety of patients in crisis.
  • Provided support by offering emotional and psychological support, and helping the patient with basic physical care.

Mental Health Technician

Unity Psychiatric Care
Clarkesville, TN
05.2020 - 05.2021
  • Influenced patients' behavior with interaction, counseling or instruction.
  • Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to help manage patient behavior.
  • Worked with other healthcare professionals, such as social workers, psychiatrists, counselors, and nurses, to coordinate quality care for each client.
  • Aided patients in performing activities of daily living.
  • Ensured the safety of all patients through continuous observation and monitoring during shift hours.
  • Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
  • Created activities that promoted physical wellness, emotional stability, cognitive functioning, independent living skills and social interaction among patients.
  • Monitored patient behaviors and reported significant changes to supervising mental health professionals.

DSP2

Sunrise Community Inc
Clarkesville, TN
05.2017 - 07.2019
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
  • Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
  • Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
  • Help clients participate in their community and recreational activities.
  • Provided general care, supervision, and maintained safe conditions for the client.
  • Responded to medical emergencies and crisis situations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lake County High School
Tiptonville, TN
05-1994

Skills

  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Professionalism
  • Fast learner
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Interpersonal
  • Empathetic

Accomplishments

I was a DSP2/assistant house manager, I've been offered lead positions, and I have managerial background.

Certification

CPR and first aid certified

Med certified

CPI certified

Affiliations

I've been a team leader and I've also been and am a team player.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

DSP

SSVA
03.2024 - Current

Mental Health Tech

Central State Hospital
06.2021 - 08.2023

Mental Health Technician

Unity Psychiatric Care
05.2020 - 05.2021

DSP2

Sunrise Community Inc
05.2017 - 07.2019

High School Diploma -

Lake County High School

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