Erin Schrader
Rochester,NY
Summary
With a proven track record at OPWDD-Fingerlakes DDSO, I excel in person-centered planning and crisis intervention, enhancing client well-being through innovative program development and effective team collaboration. My expertise in assistive technology and commitment to disability rights advocacy have significantly improved community integration and client autonomy. Sympathtic personal care aide with several years of experience supporting patients with activities of daily living. Professional and clear communicator when instructing and assisting patients as well as when reporting information to healthcare team and supervisors.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Habilitation Specialist 1
OPWDD-Fingerlakes DDSO
Rochester, NY
07.2008 - Current
- Development of program plans based on each individual's valued outcomes.
- Documentation of program-specific plans
- Participates in individuals' Life Plan meetings.
- Participates in activities which support the programs approach to providing optimum care for all individuals.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Instructed patients on how to use adaptive equipment safely and effectively.
- Contributed to case reviews of client status and progress.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable state regulations related to habilitation services.
- Facilitated group activities designed to encourage socialization, self-expression, problem solving, decision making.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Verify all program services are provided as prescribed by team planning process.
- Ensure and maintain health and safety
- Ensure and maintain privacy
- Assist with Daily living activities
- Provided instruction on daily living skills such as money management, meal planning and preparation, personal hygiene routines.
- Collaborated with other members of the healthcare team to ensure comprehensive treatment approaches.
- Assisted clients in exploring social and leisure interests and community events.
- Supervised staff providing direct care services including assigning tasks, monitoring performance levels and providing feedback.
Developmental Aide
OPWDD-Central New York DSO
Utica, NY
01.2006 - 06.2024
- Assist in Daily living activities
- Approved Medication Assistance Personel
- Performed basic first aid procedures when necessary.
- Document daily service and monthly notes.
- Encouraged socialization through recreational activities such as group outings and community events.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
- Provided emotional support to clients experiencing difficult life transitions or crises.
- Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
SUNY Institute of Technology Utica/Rome
Utica, NY05-2006
Skills
- Person-centered planning
- Assistive technology implementation
- Goal setting and monitoring
- Disability rights advocacy
- Adaptive equipment use
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Community integration
- Daily living skills training
- Social skills development
- Documentation and reporting
Timeline
Habilitation Specialist 1
OPWDD-Fingerlakes DDSO
07.2008 - Current
Developmental Aide
OPWDD-Central New York DSO
01.2006 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
SUNY Institute of Technology Utica/Rome
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