Dominique Harris
Newport News,VA
Summary
Compassionate professional focused on helping clients maintain personal hygiene and assisting with activities of daily living. Skilled in preparing meals, maintaining organized living spaces and documenting behaviors. Committed to emotional and social support to promote overall wellness.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Care Professional
Stephanie Mackey
Chesapeake, Virginia
12.2022 - Current
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to clients.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to junior staff members when necessary.
- Performed household tasks, such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, grocery shopping.
- Encouraged developmentally appropriate behaviors while discouraging inappropriate ones.
- Established positive relationships with clients through active listening and empathy.
- Administered medications following established protocols and guidelines.
- Created a safe environment for all clients by enforcing policies related to safety procedures.
- Observed client interactions and reported any concerns to the supervisor.
- Assisted clients in developing daily living skills, such as hygiene, cooking, and laundry.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
Direct Service Professional
Stephanie Mackey
Chesapeake
12.2022 - Current
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed.
- Assisted clients in developing independent living skills such as money management, transportation, and housekeeping.
- Coordinated and facilitated group activities for participants with disabilities.
- Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
Education
Level 1&2 Early Childhood Certification -
Distinction College
Jamaica Kingston 11-2018
High School Diploma -
Greater Portmore High School
Jamaica, St. Catherine 07-2016
Skills
- Care Plan Management
- First aid and safety
- Client safety and first aid
- Progress Documentation
- Patient Care
- Emotional Support
- Medication Administration
- First-aid and CPR
- Diabetes management
- Feeding Assistance
- Personal care assistance
- Meal Preparation
- Social Skills Development
- Mobility Assistance
Timeline
Direct Care Professional
Stephanie Mackey
12.2022 - Current
Direct Service Professional
Stephanie Mackey
12.2022 - Current
Level 1&2 Early Childhood Certification -
Distinction College
High School Diploma -
Greater Portmore High School