A Proven DSW Worker with leadership skills committed to coordinating care and direct support with clients diagnosed with intellectual disabilities. An excellent vision of service goals inspiring cooperation and teamwork. Talented professional expanding awareness of service mission.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
DSW Worker
Southwest Louisiana Independence Center
Lake Charles, LA
03.2023 - Current
Assisted clients in developing independent living skills, such as budgeting, nutrition, household management and personal hygiene.
Maintained accurate records of client information in accordance with agency policies and procedures.
Monitored clients' medical conditions and reported changes or concerns to appropriate personnel.
Communicated effectively both orally and written with a variety of stakeholders including clients, families, teachers, administrators.
Transported clients to and from community gatherings and scheduled appointments.
Created client agendas and monitored activity to promote efficient follow through.
Stayed up to date on federal, state and local regulations governing emergency response plans.
Updated emergency preparedness resource materials plan to comply with federal and state regulations.
Childcare Provider
JuJu's Littles
Moss Bluff, LA
03.2022 - 03.2023
Provided a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
Maintained daily records of activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
Worked collaboratively with co-workers to ensure safety of all the children in care.
Developed positive relationships with families by communicating regularly about their child's development.
Collaborated with teachers on special projects such as holiday parties or end-of-year events.
Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
Instructed children on good sanitary habits when washing hands, using bathroom or eating.
Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
Communicated daily with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
Managed administrative program tasks such as taking attendance, updating logs and tracking supplies.
Cashier
Pizza Hut
Moss Bluff, LA
03.2021 - 02.2022
Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
Counted and balanced cashier drawers.
Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Beauregard High School
Longville, LA
05-2021
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
Sowela Technical Community College
Lake Charles, LA
Skills
Personal care assistance
Daily living activities
Mandatory reporting
Client Advocacy
Customer Service
First Aid Training
Child Safety Procedures
CPR training
Behavior management techniques
Early childhood knowledge
Recordkeeping requirements
Interpersonal Relationships
Cash Register Operation
Drawer balancing
POS Systems
Payment Collection
Returns processing
Cash Handling
Customer Relations
Time management skills
Affiliations
Gardening
Reading Books and Articles.
Cooking
I graduated high school as a Cum Laude with a 3.67 GPA
Puzzles, Diamond Paintings, and Painting
References
Marylynn George
Case Worker, Southwest Louisiana Independence Center