Derrick M Jones Sr
Beaumont,TX
Summary
Talented professional considered knowledgeable leader and dedicated problem solver. Brings 10 years of valuable expertise to forward company objectives. Attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Coordinator
04.2018 - 12.2021
- 4th Avenue homes, rochester mn
- Supervise a single program or unit within a program, typically supporting 4-8 individuals in residential settings or 10-15 individuals in periodic, vocational or day programs
- Duties are split between providing direct support, professional or program activities and supervision
- The Program Supervisor is responsible to supervise Direct Support Professionals
- Oversees the day-to-day operation of the program including delivery of supports, implementation of person-centered plans, health care, advocacy, customer engagement, regulatory compliance and when applicable, oversight of the physical environment
- Facilitate community involvement by accompanying individuals on outings in the community or providing transportation to work or other activities
- Provide support to individuals receiving services including: assistance with daily activities such as meal preparation and planning; medication administration; and personal care
DSP
12.2011 - 04.2015
- REM River Bluffs, rochester mn
- Work with mentally disabled vulnerable people
- Planned, shopped for, and prepared meals, including special diets, and assisted families in planning, shopping for, and preparing nutritious meals
- Performed housekeeping duties, such as cooking, cleaning, washing clothes and dishes, and running errands
- Instructed and advised clients on issues such as household cleanliness, utilities, hygiene, nutrition and infant care
- Prepared and maintained records of client progress and services performed, reporting changes in client condition to manager and supervisor
- Transported clients to locations outside the home, such as to physicians' offices and on outings, using a motor vehicle.
- Managed team of 10 mentally disabled people, overseeing hiring, training, and professional growth of employees
Lab Technician
Mayo Clinic
rochester, mn.
07.2006 - 11.2011
- Worked on the Inventory/Specimen Kit Orders with team members, and with direction from your supervisor
- Performed a variety of clerical, kit building, processing, and other laboratory duties that include maintaining supply inventory, filing, stocking, receiving shipments, and cleaning
- Anatomic Pathology Returns (returning blocks/slides to clients)
- Cleaned Credo cubes
- Processed MCL supply requests
- Assisted in assembly work
- Processing/shipping of clinical kits to Mayo patients.
Paraprofessional
Rochester Public Schools
Rochester, MN
04.2004 - 07.2006
- Coordinated with faculty, staff, students, and guardians to provide safe and successful environment
- Counseled students both individually, and in groups
- Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
Administratve Assistant
Fond Du Lac High School
Cloquet, MN
10.2000 - 12.2003
- Created and implement behavior management programs
- Directed and coordinated student programs
- Trained and supervised 20 paraprofessionals in behavior management
- Counsel students with behavior challenges
- Assisted in planning of extracurricular activities
Freezer
Seneca Foods Inc
Rochester, MN
01.1997 - 01.2000
- Separated products according to weight, grade, size and composition of material used
- Worked in distribution of finished products
- Worked as a machinist
- Audited finished products to main standards set by the company.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
COLLEGE of St. Scholastica
Duluth, MNSkills
- Staff Hiring and Evaluations
- Attention to Detail
- Decision Making
- Broadcasting Materials Preparation
- Telephone Experience
- Critical Thinking
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Microsoft Office
- Issue Resolution
- Problem Solving
- Program Scheduling
- Time Management
- Data Verification
- Communication Equipment
- Creative and Innovative
- Program Operations
- Inventory Management
- Dependability and Cooperation
Additional Information
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Timeline
Program Coordinator
04.2018 - 12.2021
DSP
12.2011 - 04.2015
Lab Technician
Mayo Clinic
07.2006 - 11.2011
Paraprofessional
Rochester Public Schools
04.2004 - 07.2006
Administratve Assistant
Fond Du Lac High School
10.2000 - 12.2003
Freezer
Seneca Foods Inc
01.1997 - 01.2000
Some College (No Degree) -
COLLEGE of St. Scholastica