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Dominic Pitoscia

Duluth,MN

Summary

Reliable and Flexible Residential Care Specialist possessing in-depth knowledge of The Residents and Administration duties at Chester House. Administers medication, prepares and feeds meals and supervises resident behaviors. A professional with great sense of humor and always willing to learn in order to improve .

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Residential Care Specialist

Expanding Horizons
Duluth , MN
2019.02 - Current
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned homes.
  • Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Assisted residents with basic activities of daily living.
  • Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for resident well-being.
  • Documented residents' mental status and behaviors in our daily log.

Personal Care Assistant

Arc Northland
Duluth , MN
2015.07 - Current
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands and household chores.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Applied mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in different spaces involving varying elevations and obstacles.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Helped clients maintain optimal health by overseeing medication administration and doctor's appointments.
  • Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
  • Planned activities to encourage movement, stretching and strength building.

Customer Service Manager

Level Up Toys, Comics & Games
Superior , WI
2017.03 - 2019.02
  • Resolved customer complaints while prioritizing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Introduced higher standards for customer service and increased efficiency by streamlining operations.
  • Completed special projects by using effective decision making, critical thinking and time management skills.
  • launched and managed promotional activities and campaigns.

Seasonal Sales Associate

Walmart
Superior , WI
2016.09 - 2016.12
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Achieved perfect attendance and on-time record.

Computer Support Technician

Sitel
Glasgow , KY
2014.02 - 2015.05
  • Explained technical information in clear terms to non-technical individuals to promote better understanding.
  • Responded to support requests from end users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
  • Installed, modified and repaired software and hardware to resolve technical issues.
  • Documented transactions and support interactions in system for future reference and addition to knowledge base.

Education

High School Diploma -

Central High School
Duluth, MN
05.2009

Skills

  • Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
  • Resident Care Assessment
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention
  • Preventive Healthcare
  • Medical Supply Management
  • Housekeeping Duties
  • Daily Logs
  • Continuous Improvements
  • Financial Transactions
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Flexible & Adaptable
  • Responsible

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 3 staff members.
  • Won Iron Horse Award for most hours worked in a year at Expanding Horizons.
  • Telephone Service - Professionally processed 80+ calls per day, providing information and service to ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Assisted Current Supervisor at Expanding Horizons Process backlog of administrative duties due to pandemic.

Timeline

Residential Care Specialist

Expanding Horizons
2019.02 - Current

Customer Service Manager

Level Up Toys, Comics & Games
2017.03 - 2019.02

Seasonal Sales Associate

Walmart
2016.09 - 2016.12

Personal Care Assistant

Arc Northland
2015.07 - Current

Computer Support Technician

Sitel
2014.02 - 2015.05

High School Diploma -

Central High School
Dominic Pitoscia