Dedicated Direct Support Professional with extensive experience at Volunteers of America, excelling in compassionate caregiving and medication administration. Demonstrated success in enhancing client well-being through innovative care plans and effective behavior redirection. Achieved significant improvements in client independence and quality of life, underscoring a commitment to excellence in health and safety standards.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support, Professional
Volunteers of America
Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Direct Support, Professional
Alpha Supported Living Services
12.2021 - Current
Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
Direct Support, Professional
SL Start and Associate
10.2014 - 12.2019
Assisted with personal care tasks, respecting clients' dignity and promoting self-reliance.
Facilitated community integration for clients, enriching their social networks and life experiences.
Conducted daily documentation of clients' progress and incidents, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
Education
Muslim Senior Secondary School
West Africa Gambiay
06.2008
Skills
Time management
First aid and safety
Behavior redirection
Client support
Compassionate caregiving
Housekeeping tasks
Client documentation
Health and safety requirements
Medication administration
Timeline
Direct Support, Professional
Alpha Supported Living Services
12.2021 - Current
Direct Support, Professional
SL Start and Associate
10.2014 - 12.2019
Direct Support, Professional
Volunteers of America
Muslim Senior Secondary School
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