Devine Leon
Santa Maria,CA
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Residential Counselor
Telecare Corporation
Santa Maria, CA
03.2022 - Current
- Assisting in learning or relearning basic living skills, such as meal preparation, shopping, housekeeping, personal hygiene, physical fitness, public transportation and management. Facilitated group meetings, activities, and workshops for clients to help them develop social and interpersonal skills.
- Complete new intakes for individuals entering the program
- Provided guidance and support to clients in need of assistance with daily living skills.
- Monitored client progress, documented observations, and reported changes in behavior to supervisors.
- Developed relationships by providing emotional support and positive reinforcement to clients.
- Created a safe environment that promotes self-expression, respect, trustworthiness, responsibility, empathy, and acceptance among residents.
- Implemented behavioral interventions designed to modify or reduce problematic behaviors.
- Provided transportation for clients as needed to appointments or other activities outside the residence.
- Performed regular room checks for cleanliness standards as well as security purposes.
- Supervised medication administration according to physician instructions.
- Responded to crisis situations quickly to maintain calm and immediately determine level of assistance needed.
- Completed daily resident welfare checks and coordinated with other staff to meet resident needs.
Shelter Staff
Good Samaritan Shelter
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Monitored client progress during their stay at the shelter and provided support as needed.
- Conducted daily safety checks within the facility to ensure a secure environment for residents.
- Assisted with meal preparation, distribution and clean up activities as needed.
- Established positive relationships with individuals experiencing homelessness by engaging them in conversations about their goals and aspirations.
Front Desk Clerk/Housekeeper
In-Shape Health Clubs
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Greeted customers upon arrival and provided assistance with check-in or check-out procedures.
- Answered incoming calls and directed them to the appropriate personnel.
- Processed credit card, cash, and other forms of payment for guest accounts.
Packer/Inspector
The Pictsweet Company
08.2019 - 10.2019
- Packed products in accordance with specified instructions.
- Labeled boxes, crates, and other containers accurately.
Motel 6
Santa Maria, CA
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Performing a variety of cleaving activities
- Ensuring all rooms are cared for and inspected according to standards
- Strong time management skills
Education
High school diploma -
Olive Grove
Lompoc, CA01.2019
Certification
- Adult Mental Health First Aid USA, Trained to provide initial help to someone experiencing a mental neath or substance use challenge.
- CPR, 10/01/22, Present
- CPI, Nonviolent Crisis Intervention
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Residential Counselor
Telecare Corporation
03.2022 - Current
Shelter Staff
Good Samaritan Shelter
03.2021 - 03.2022
Front Desk Clerk/Housekeeper
In-Shape Health Clubs
01.2020 - 05.2020
Packer/Inspector
The Pictsweet Company
08.2019 - 10.2019
Motel 6
05.2019 - 07.2019
High school diploma -
Olive Grove