Eniola Balogun
Bethesda,MD
Summary
Compassionate and dependable Direct Support Professional with a strong commitment to mentoring, tutoring, and empowering individuals with developmental disabilities, including high-functioning autism. Skilled in building trust-based relationships, fostering independence, and creating engaging, meaningful experiences through conversation, daily living support, and skill-building activities. Experienced in assisting with everyday tasks such as cooking, cleaning, shopping, and laundry, while promoting personal growth and community involvement. Adept at facilitating discussions around current events, music, and culture to encourage communication and connection. Seeking a long-term position where empathy, patience, and a love for helping others thrive are valued.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Community Options Inc
10.2024 - Current
- 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 clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
The Arc Montgomery county
- 10.2024
- Delivered essential personal care to adults with disabilities, ensuring their dignity and safety while supporting daily living activities.
- Facilitated the development and implementation of behavioral programs, contributing to the enhancement of clients' social skills, particularly during mealtime routines.
- Coordinated and managed a range of program events and activities, aligning with individual support plans to promote community integration.
- Maintained rigorous compliance with health, safety, and emergency protocols in community residences, and diligently completed all clinical documentation, including progress notes and incident reports.
Education
Associate degree - Computer Science
Allover Central Polytechnic
Skills
- Certified Direct Support Professional
- Client support,
- Provide Care According to the Person’s ISP
- Assist With Daily Living
- Medical records management
- Client documentation
- Recreational activities
- Client transportation
- Social skills development
Certification
- DDA (Maryland) 2022
- American CPR Training and First Aid 2024
- Mandt Training 2024
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Community Options Inc
10.2024 - Current
The Arc Montgomery county
- 10.2024
Associate degree - Computer Science
Allover Central Polytechnic
Similar Profiles
Daquan GloverDaquan Glover
Senior DSP at Community Options IncSenior DSP at Community Options Inc
Abdirashet SuleimanAbdirashet Suleiman
DSP at Community Options IncDSP at Community Options Inc
Amberth ToribioAmberth Toribio
Direct Support Professional at Community Options IncDirect Support Professional at Community Options Inc
DOAN MESSENGERDOAN MESSENGER
Retail Services Representative III at Security Federal BankRetail Services Representative III at Security Federal Bank
JIYUN YUJIYUN YU
Research Trainee at Children's National Nazarian LabResearch Trainee at Children's National Nazarian Lab