Elijah Griffin
Ewing,NJ
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with a proven track record at Mentor Network, skilled in developing personalized care plans and advocating for clients' rights. Expertise in behavioral intervention strategies and compassionate caregiving, fostering independence and enhancing quality of life for individuals. Committed to interdisciplinary collaboration and effective documentation practices.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Saint Aziriano Collection LLC
Delivery
New Jersey
2020 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Direct Support Professional
Mentor Network
Bristol, PA
08.2021 - 01.2026
- Assisted in developing personalized care plans to meet individual needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive service delivery and support.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes to inform future care strategies effectively.
- Implemented behavioral intervention strategies to encourage positive behavior and skill development.
- Trained new staff on best practices for client engagement and support techniques.
- Advocated for clients' rights, ensuring access to necessary resources and services.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Supported individuals with daily living activities, enhancing independence and self-sufficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Trenton Central High School
Trenton, NJ06.2012
Skills
- Personalized care plans
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Client progress monitoring
- Behavioral intervention strategies
- Staff training and development
- Client advocacy
- Daily living support
- Documentation practices
- Health and safety compliance
- Conflict resolution skills
- Time management skills
- Adaptive communication methods
- Individualized support strategies
- Resource coordination
- Goal setting with clients
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Medication administration
- Behavioral management
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Decision-making support
- Relationship building
- Transportation
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient care
- Disability awareness
- Client transportation
- Goal setting
- Social skills development
- Recreational activities
- Patient management
- Progress documentation
- Medical records management
- Care plan management
- Care plan assessment
- Transportation assistance
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Mentor Network
08.2021 - 01.2026
Saint Aziriano Collection LLC
Delivery
2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Trenton Central High School