Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
References
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Edwin DeBroux

Winona,MN

Summary

A reliable and adaptable worker with diverse skills: excels in providing attentive care across different settings, emphasizing safety, well-being, and satisfaction. Committed to supporting progress and wellness, skilled in medication monitoring, behavior observation, and promoting healthy habits. Additionally experienced in care and monitoring of both plants and animals. Courteous team member in retail, engages customers warmly and professionally. Known for fostering positive environments through collaboration and effective communication, contributes to cohesive teams and enjoyable experiences. (Note: Preferred name used does not currently match legal name, set to be rectified in July).

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Greenhouse Worker

Sunset Gardens Galesville
Galesville, WI
04.2024 - Current
  • Adhered to watering schedule to keep greenhouse plants healthy and well-maintained.
  • Assisted with crop harvesting and transplantation.
  • Collaborated with other team members to ensure efficient workflow processes were followed.
  • Cleaned work areas and maintained grounds and landscaping.
  • Delivered friendly service and one-on-one assistance to promote positive customer experiences.
  • Harvested plants and transplanted or potted and labeled.
  • Implemented plans for controlling weeds within the greenhouse setting.
  • Loaded agricultural products into trucks and drove to market or storage facilities.
  • Maintained a safe and clean work environment by adhering to safety regulations, procedures, and protocols.
  • Performed routine maintenance on greenhouses such as cleaning windows, replacing screens, and repairing doors and ventilation systems.
  • Planted seeds and bulbs after preparing soil and fertilizer appropriately.
  • Routinely pruned and trimmed plants to promote healthy growth and remove diseases.
  • Sold and delivered plants and flowers to customers.
  • Swept and picked up trash in and around the greenhouse.
  • Transported plants from the greenhouse to retail outlets for sale.

Direct Support Professional

Home and Community Options Inc.
Winona, MN
04.2021 - 04.2024
  • Accompanied clients on outings and to appointments.
  • Assisted with daily activities: personal care, meal preparation, medication administration.
  • Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities.
  • Built strong rapport with clients and their families.
  • Collaborated with staff to develop individualized service plans.
  • Documented client information: vital signs, behaviors, eating habits.
  • Encouraged positive behavior and self-advocacy.
  • Facilitated social interactions and community integration.
  • Followed care plans and administered medications.
  • Guided and supported client safety.
  • Helped clients communicate with loved ones.
  • Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment.
  • Maintained detailed records of client services.
  • Monitored client well-being and reported changes.
  • Organized and tracked medication schedules.
  • Planned and prepared healthy meals.
  • Provided direct care to individuals with disabilities.
  • Recorded client progress and challenges.
  • Supervised personal hygiene and other daily living activities.
  • Transported clients to social activities and errands.

Grocery Team Member

Bluff Country Co-op
Winona, MN
06.2019 - 10.2020
  • Assisted customers with locating items and answering questions.
  • Maintained store cleanliness: mopping floors, washing windows, dusting shelves.
  • Organized backroom stock areas for efficient product retrieval.
  • Provided excellent customer service by greeting, responding to inquiries, and resolving complaints.
  • Stocked shelves and rotated products for freshness.
  • Unloaded trucks and placed merchandise on sales floor.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

Winona State University
Winona, MN

Some College (No Degree) - Individualized Studies (Arts & Business Focus)

University of Wisconsin Stout
Menomonie, WI

Skills

  • Active Listening
  • Behavioral Management and Redirection
  • Charting and Documentation
  • Cleaning and Sanitation
  • Client Safety, First Aid, and CPR
  • Compassionate Caregiving
  • Conflict Management
  • Cooking and Meal Preparation
  • Customer Service
  • Data Entry
  • Disability Awareness
  • Facilities Maintenance
  • Food Safety
  • Handling Perishables
  • Household Cleaning
  • Interpersonal and Written Communication
  • Inventory Management
  • Medication Administration
  • Opening and Closing Procedures
  • Product Rotation and Stock Management
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Recycling and Trash Removal
  • Safety Practices and Standards
  • Team Collaboration
  • Transportation Assistance
  • Unloading Deliveries
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Workplace Safety
  • Written and Verbal Communication

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Greenhouse Worker

Sunset Gardens Galesville
04.2024 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Home and Community Options Inc.
04.2021 - 04.2024

Grocery Team Member

Bluff Country Co-op
06.2019 - 10.2020

Some College (No Degree) -

Winona State University

Some College (No Degree) - Individualized Studies (Arts & Business Focus)

University of Wisconsin Stout
Edwin DeBroux