Doyle Lonelodge
Summary
Skilled in crisis intervention, I've led with compassion at Comanche Nation Residential Youth Shelter, enhancing resident safety and trust. My approach, blending empathy with critical thinking, has significantly improved behavioral outcomes. A dedicated team player, I excel in creating supportive environments that foster both personal growth and community well-being.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Care Specialist/Lead Floor Tech
Comanche Nation Residential Youth Shelter
04.2009 - Current
- Often served as acting director in absence of director.
- Scheduling for 8 or more floor staff.
- Direct care staff with Native American youth age 0-18 in Indian Child Welfare Care.
- Provide a safe, clean, and stable environment for residents in care.
- Developed strong relationships with residents, ensuring open communication and trust.
- Reduced incidents of behavioral issues by establishing a structured daily routine for residents.
- Improved the living environment by maintaining clean and organized residential spaces for optimal comfort and safety.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss resident progress, challenges, and opportunities for improvement, fostering a collaborative approach to care provision.
- Coordinated transportation services for medical appointments or off-site activities, promoting accessibility for all residents.
- Provided ongoing support to residents during times of transition or crisis, offering guidance and reassurance as needed.
- Managed medication administration for all residents, adhering strictly to dosage guidelines and schedules for optimal health outcomes.
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in residents' health status to caseworker.
Direct Care Staff
Sequoyah Enterprises Inc
03.2006 - 04.2009
- Assisted residents in DHS care, Level E Boys group home for emotional/behavioral youth.
- Documented residents' progress through detailed record-keeping, contributing to ongoing evaluation of care plans effectiveness.
- Provide a safe environment and de-escalate stressful situations and altercations.
- Transport individuals to events, activities, and medical/dental appointments.
- Assist with daily life skills, personal hygiene, chores, and cleaning rooms.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
Youth Camp Counselor
Lawton YMCA
05.2004 - 01.2006
- Coordinated daily schedules for campers, ensuring a balance of structured activities and free-time throughout the day.
- Safely, led groups of children through a variety of camp activities.
- Served as a positive role model for campers by embodying core values such as responsibility, integrity, teamwork, empathy, and respect.
- Developed strong rapport with campers, through active listening and empathetic understanding, fostering trust-based relationships.
- Collaborated with fellow counselors to design entertaining programs that fostered team-building and personal growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Cameron University
Lawton, OK01.2026
Skills
- Positive Leadership
- Team-Player
- Self-Motivated
- Empathy and patience
- Compassionate and Caring
- Resident Advocacy
- Critical Thinking
- Crisis Intervention
- CPR Certified
- Medication administration
Timeline
Residential Care Specialist/Lead Floor Tech
Comanche Nation Residential Youth Shelter
04.2009 - Current
Direct Care Staff
Sequoyah Enterprises Inc
03.2006 - 04.2009
Youth Camp Counselor
Lawton YMCA
05.2004 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Cameron University
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