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Donald Carella

North Syracuse,New York

Summary

Achieving a position in child advocacy and crisis intervention which would utilize the knowledge, caring and support of youth I have acquired through education and experience. Then to build on the experience I have gained as a Youth Development Professional to progress into a supervisory position at Elmcrest where I could lead staff members in child-centered care in a safe and nurturing atmosphere.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

DSP/CPST (Building 12)

Elmcrest Children Center
02.2023 - 05.2025
  • Providing direct support and care to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, helping them achieve their goals for independence, community inclusion, and a quality of life. This includes assisting with daily living activities like personal care, meal preparation, transportation, and medication administration. DSPs also help individuals develop life skills, participate in community activities, and advocate for their needs and rights.
  • Key Responsibilities of a DSP:
  • Personal Care: Assisting with hygiene, dressing, bathing, and other personal care tasks.
  • Daily Living Activities: Helping with meal preparation, shopping, housekeeping, and other daily tasks.
  • Transportation: Accompanying individuals to appointments, outings, and other activities, and providing transportation.
  • Communication and Support: Encouraging communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Community Integration: Helping individuals participate in community activities, social events, and educational or recreational programs.
  • Advocacy: Supporting individuals in advocating for their rights and needs, including access to resources and services.
  • Documentation: Maintaining accurate records of individual progress, interventions, and daily activities.
  • Safety and Well-being: Ensuring a safe and supportive environment, and monitoring for any changes in the individual's health or well-being.
  • Training and Support: Assisting individuals with developing life skills, managing their own care, and participating in training programs.
  • Example of a DSP’s Role:
  • A DSP might help an individual with a developmental disability learn to use public transportation, cook simple meals, manage their own medication, and participate in a community center program. They might also help the individual advocate for their needs at a doctor’s appointment or navigate a new job placement.

Shift Supervisor (cottage 7)

Elmcrest Children Center
06.2021 - 02.2023
  • A Shift Supervisor at Elmcrest Children’s Center in Syracuse, NY, is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a specific shift, including managing staff, enforcing rules, and ensuring resident safety and well-being. This role also involves leading group activities and providing guidance to residents.
  • Key Responsibilities of a Shift Supervisor at Elmcrest Children’s Center typically include:
  • Staff Management: Overseeing and directing the work of staff members during their shift, including assigning tasks and ensuring adequate staffing levels.
  • Resident Supervision: Maintaining a safe and orderly environment for residents, including enforcing rules and procedures, and responding to emergencies.
  • Behavior Management: Implementing behavioral interventions and strategies to address challenging behaviors, and documenting incidents as needed.
  • Group Activities: Leading weekly groups that focus on teaching life skills and other important topics.
  • Safety and Security: Ensuring the safety and security of residents and staff, including implementing safety protocols and procedures.
  • Documentation: Maintaining accurate records of daily activities, incidents, and resident progress.
  • Communication: Effectively communicating with staff, residents, and other stakeholders, including parents and guardians.
  • Crisis Management: Responding to crises and emergencies in a calm and effective manner.
  • Supervision of Staff: Supervising direct care staff, including ensuring that they are following appropriate procedures and that residents are safe and properly supervised.

Youth Development Professional (Cottage 7)

Elmcrest Children Center
08.2018 - 07.2021
  • Teach and support children and family services. Provide a safe, secure and nurturing environment. Ability to teach skills relative to an individual’s needs, Interactions with children and staff while intervening and assisting in resident issues. Assist in developing treatment plans/understanding of the ICMP’s for each resident. Provide a continuous supervision of the residents. Therapeutic crisis intervention (TCI) using de-escalation techniques. Positive relationships and use of appropriate boundaries. Complete cottage paperwork and tasks. Attend staff meetings.
  • Report incidents and write reports. Maintain a clean program according to OCFS guidelines. Shift Leader (lead shift when no supervisors are on/ assign tasks). Respond to assist calls. Assisted student advocates when needed. Write student evaluations and resident’s progress.
  • Use of radio and keys. Transport/supervise of residents off grounds. Observe and supervise visits with residents and family members. Led Sunday Church for the residents.

Public Safety Officer

Upstate University Hospital (Securitas Security)
05.2017 - 08.2018
  • Observe and report activities and incidents at various hospital sites as assigned.
  • Proficient in Radio adequate and communications. Works in conjunction with University Police, Emergency Medical Teams and Syracuse Police in order to allow security and organization under highly demanding situations. Provides security and safety of patients, visitors, property and personnel at Upstate University Hospital. Periodic patrols to check for irregularities, preserve order and enforce regulations and directives on the hospital premises. Controls access to the facility through the admission process and protocol. Uses good judgment in highly-sensitive situations. Patrol of assigned site on foot or in vehicle, surveillance of unsafe conditions or possible hazards.
  • Maintain professionalism and secure access at doors, blocked entrances, during mechanical problems and enforces safety when an unauthorized presence is on site.

Public Safety Ranger

New York State Parks and Recreation – Green Lakes State Park
06.2016 - 09.2016
  • Provided General security for the park in conjunction with Law officials. Insured patron safety, prevented unlawful activities patrolling on foot, Bike or vehicle. Escorted employees to the bank to ensure safety and security. Responsible for locking and securing structures by 2am. Kept good records of the day’s activities in a daily log report. Answered patrons and guest questions. Enforced parks ordinances and regulations.

Internship Student

City of Rochester Police Department
09.2015 - 12.2015
  • Analyzing research pertaining to Criminal Justice issues. Responsible for compiling data and information from older criminal cases. Spent many hours assessing situations and evaluating cases through surveillance cameras at suspect’s homes. Accompanied officers on drive alongs, which included a complex narcotics seizure. Handled administrative responsibilities as needed.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Major

SUNY State College at Brockport
Brockport, New York
08.2017

Skills

  • Effective communication with colleagues and agencies
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Timely and responsible execution of tasks
  • Strong commitment to job responsibilities
  • Collaborative team member
  • Strong verbal communicator
  • Eager to learn
  • Demonstrates confidence in skills
  • Ethical decision-making
  • Effective guidance
  • Innovative problem-solving
  • Versatility in responding to new challenges

Certification

  • CPR
  • AED machines
  • First Aid 2017
  • Security Guard Training Course 2016
  • FEMA IS-00907 – Active Shooter: What You Can Do
  • Techniques of Coaching (PEP 351)
  • FEMA IS-00909 – Community Preparedness
  • Organization of Athletics (PEP 351)
  • CPR / First Aid Training
  • Boys Town Training
  • TCI (Therapeutic Crisis Intervention) Training/Trainer
  • Management training
  • DSP training

Timeline

DSP/CPST (Building 12)

Elmcrest Children Center
02.2023 - 05.2025

Shift Supervisor (cottage 7)

Elmcrest Children Center
06.2021 - 02.2023

Youth Development Professional (Cottage 7)

Elmcrest Children Center
08.2018 - 07.2021

Public Safety Officer

Upstate University Hospital (Securitas Security)
05.2017 - 08.2018

Public Safety Ranger

New York State Parks and Recreation – Green Lakes State Park
06.2016 - 09.2016

Internship Student

City of Rochester Police Department
09.2015 - 12.2015

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Major

SUNY State College at Brockport

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