Esla Miner
Estes Park,CO
Summary
Compassionate Direct Support Professional with expertise in client advocacy, behavior redirection, and personalized care plans. Committed to enhancing quality of life for individuals with disabilities through tailored support and effective crisis intervention.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Sample Supports
04.2024 - 01.2026
- Assisted clients with ADLs to promote independence and enhance quality of life.
- Developed personalized care plans based on individual needs and preferences, ensuring tailored support.
- Thorough, detailed documentation on Therap to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
Direct Support Professional
ELEOS Services
01.2013 - 11.2023
- Provided thorough and compassionate support to my daughter (with a Profound Intellectual Disability) enhancing her daily living skills.
- Manged her personal care routines, promoting independence and dignity.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care and well-being of client.
- Advocated for client needs within community resources, enhancing access to support services and opportunities.
- Implemented recreational activities to encourage socialization and improve clients' emotional well-being.
- Utilized assistive technology tools to enhance communication for non-verbal clients, promoting engagement and interaction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KSSkills
- CPR/First Aid
- NVCI
- QMAP
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Sample Supports
04.2024 - 01.2026
Direct Support Professional
ELEOS Services
01.2013 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Arts -
University of Kansas