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Donna Ball

Asheville,North Carolina

Summary

Reliable Peer Support Professional enthusiastically pursuing the opportunity to add immediate value to the growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply an unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well.

Overview

10
years of professional experience

Work History

Liberty Corners Ent

Direct Support Professional
11.2013 - 06.2023

Job overview

  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
  • Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep the care team updated.
  • Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
  • Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
  • Developed rapport to create a safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Educated clients and family members on relevant topics to support independent living.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress reports for each client
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matters.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure, and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
  • Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion, and injury recovery.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills, and invoices, and completed appropriate actions.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.

Education

Sunshine Recovery
Goodwill

Cirtificate from Peer University
07.2023

Vaya
Goodwill

Certificate from Peer Support Professional Training
06.2023

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC

Certificate from Forensic Peer Support
2023.06 - 2023.06

Sunrise Recovery
Goodwill

Certificate from WRAP
05.2023

ARC
Black Mountain, NC

GED
04.1989

Skills

  • Compassionate Client Care
  • Care Plan Assessment
  • Knowledge of State Regulations
  • Specimen Collection
  • Independent Living
  • Injury Support
  • Meal Planning and Preparation
  • Mobility Support
  • Safety Behaviors
  • First Aid and Safety
  • Patient Care
  • Routine Adjustment
  • EMR Systems
  • Collecting Medical Specimens
  • Vital Signs Management
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Grocery Shopping
  • Emergency Situations
  • Developmental Disabilities
  • Household Chores
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Community Activities
  • Health and Safety Requirements
  • Client Support
  • Emotional and Social Support
  • Dietary Needs
  • Medication Administration
  • Developing Client Trust

Timeline

University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill

Certificate from Forensic Peer Support
2023.06 - 2023.06

Direct Support Professional

Liberty Corners Ent
11.2013 - 06.2023

Sunshine Recovery

Cirtificate from Peer University

Vaya

Certificate from Peer Support Professional Training

Sunrise Recovery

Certificate from WRAP

ARC

GED

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