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Erika Rosario- Casiano

New Holland,PA

Summary

Dynamic and compassionate professional with extensive experience in support roles, notably as a Direct Support Professional at Lighthouse Vocational Services. Excelled in client support and heavy lifting, demonstrating significant achievements in patient care and material management. Skilled in empathy development and time management, consistently enhancing client well-being and operational efficiency.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Lighthouse Vocational Services
11.2021 - 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.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 65 pounds.
  • Sealed, packed, labeled and affixed postage on packages to prepare materials for shipping, utilizing postage meters, and sealing tools.

Residential Assistant

Supportive Concepts
10.2018 - Current
  • Facilitated conflict resolution between residents when necessary, promoting a harmonious living environment for all occupants.
  • Contributed to staff meetings, sharing progress reports and providing suggestions on potential operational improvements.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.

Detox Technician

Teenchallenge
05.2020 - 09.2020

Supported ongoing recovery efforts by connecting patients with appropriate resources upon discharge from the detox program.

  • Educated patients on the detox process, setting realistic expectations and providing emotional support throughout their journey.
  • Provided support to patients during physical therapy sessions, enabling increased mobility and functionality.
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Managed time effectively while working with multiple patients simultaneously, ensuring each received proper attention during therapy sessions.

One-On-One Aide

Maxim Healthcare
09.2017 - 10.2018
  • Assisted students with special needs in developing effective communication skills, fostering a sense of independence.
  • Helped students build strong organizational skills that improved their overall academic success and daily functioning at school.
  • Provided ongoing feedback to parents and teachers regarding student progress, ensuring consistent communication among all parties involved.
  • Collaborated with teachers to develop strategies for improving student performance in both academic and social settings.

Education

Reading High School
Reading, PA

Skills

    Time management

  • Packaging and labeling
  • Heavy lifting
  • Loading and unloading
  • Sorting and labeling
  • First aid and safety
  • Behavior redirection
  • Client support
  • Empathy development

Certification

  • Certified DSP, Lighthouse Vocational - 2021-Present

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Lighthouse Vocational Services
11.2021 - Current

Detox Technician

Teenchallenge
05.2020 - 09.2020

Residential Assistant

Supportive Concepts
10.2018 - Current

One-On-One Aide

Maxim Healthcare
09.2017 - 10.2018
  • Certified DSP, Lighthouse Vocational - 2021-Present

Reading High School
Erika Rosario- Casiano