Devon Jones
Beachwood,NJ
Summary
Resiliant Direct Support Professional with solid background assisting patients with basic needs and care. Knowledgeable about medical procedures, recreational requirements and protective measures. Perceptive individual familiar with social and community services rules and regulations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Prompt Care Healthcare
Lakewood , NJ
04.2021 - 09.2023
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.
- Monitored client's well-being, safety and comfort under physician direction.
Arborist
Double R Tree Service
Toms River , NJ
04.2018 - 03.2021
- Operated hand and power tools, bucket truck and man lift.
- Cleaned up debris from job sites after completing work assignments in a timely manner.
- Utilized specialized tools such as pole saws, chippers and stump grinders when necessary.
- Assisted with implementation of work zone safety procedures.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
- Removed dead limbs from trees using ropes, climbing gear and a chainsaw.
Arborist
Gmx Landscaping
Toms River , NJ
04.2016 - 04.2018
- Performed stump grinding operations with appropriate safety equipment.
- Operated hand and power tools, bucket truck and man lift.
- Utilized specialized tools such as pole saws, chippers and stump grinders when necessary.
- Cleaned up debris from job sites after completing work assignments in a timely manner.
Direct Support Professional
The Arc
Lakewood , NJ
04.2011 - 11.2012
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.
Volunteer
Team Randy Summer Camp
Toms River , NJ
06.2004 - 09.2010
- Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
- Offered support and assistance to community members.
- Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort and skills to achieve the organization's goals.
- Provided assistance to staff in the daily operations of the organization.
- Assisted with fundraising efforts, including event planning and donor outreach.
- Resolved complaints or issues using strong customer service and engagement skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lakewood High School
Lakewood, NJ01-2010
Nursing
Ocean County Vocational-Technical School
Toms River, NJSkills
- Transportation
- Chronic Disease Management
- ADL Support
- Patient Management
- First-Aid and CPR
- First Aid and Safety
- Personal Care Assistance
Certification
- CPR Certified
- AED Certified
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Prompt Care Healthcare
04.2021 - 09.2023
Arborist
Double R Tree Service
04.2018 - 03.2021
Arborist
Gmx Landscaping
04.2016 - 04.2018
Direct Support Professional
The Arc
04.2011 - 11.2012
Volunteer
Team Randy Summer Camp
06.2004 - 09.2010
High School Diploma -
Lakewood High School
Nursing
Ocean County Vocational-Technical School
- CPR Certified
- AED Certified
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