Febin Thomas
Clifton Park,NY
Summary
Compassionate Direct Support Assistant skilled in advocating for individuals with disabilities. Proven ability to enhance daily living through effective communication and strong teamwork. Known for effective communication and time management skills, contributing to the development of individual service plans, and promoting the engagement of individuals in recreational activities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Assistant
OPWDD
Clifton Park, New York
06.2024 - Current
- Assist individuals with daily living skills and personal care tasks.
- Collaborate with team members to create a supportive environment for individuals.
- Assist with administering medications according to established guidelines.
- Participate in team meetings related to the development of individual service plans.
- Communicate effectively with individuals and their families to ensure quality care was provided.
- Observe changes in behavior or physical health conditions; reported any concerns immediately to supervisor.
- Facilitate recreational activities to promote social interaction and engagement.
- Provide transportation assistance for clients to appointments and community events.
- Serve meals and assisted immobile or disabled individuals with eating.
- Maintain accurate documentation of client activities and progress notes.
- Advocate for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
Delivery Driver
Doordah
Clifton Park, New York
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Deliver packages efficiently across designated routes.
- Deliver goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits, and other traffic regulations.
Cashier
Walmart
Clifton Park, New York
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Process customer transactions efficiently at a convenience retail store.
- Handle cash, credit, and refunds while following company policies.
- Collaborate with team members to enhance overall store operations.
Waiter
Karavalli Regional Cusine Of India
Saratoga Springs, New York
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the dining area throughout service shifts.
- Handle customer inquiries and resolve issues to enhance the dining experience.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure repeat customers.
Cashier
Seven Eleven
Baltimore, Maryland
02.2021 - 10.2021
Waiter
Downtown dhaba
Westwood, New Jersey
11.2019 - 01.2021
Class IV Marine Engineer
Wallem Ship management
Quarry Bay, Hongkong ,China
06.2014 - 07.2019
- Conduct routine inspections of marine machinery and systems.
- Monitor the performance of engines and auxiliary equipment.
- Collaborate with crew to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Implement preventive maintenance schedules for critical equipment.
- Complete necessary paperwork associated with engine repair jobs including work orders and invoices.
- Identify areas where energy efficiency could be improved through upgrades or modifications.
- Assist in developing training programs for ship personnel on the use of various types of machinery on board the vessel.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Engineering
Chennai School of Ship Management
Tamil Nadu, Chennai, India10-2013
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Patience and tolerance
- Adaptability
- Compassionate
- Medication administration
- Documentation accuracy
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Housekeeping tasks
Timeline
Direct Support Assistant
OPWDD
06.2024 - Current
Delivery Driver
Doordah
01.2023 - 06.2024
Cashier
Walmart
08.2022 - 12.2022
Waiter
Karavalli Regional Cusine Of India
11.2021 - 08.2022
Cashier
Seven Eleven
02.2021 - 10.2021
Waiter
Downtown dhaba
11.2019 - 01.2021
Class IV Marine Engineer
Wallem Ship management
06.2014 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science - Marine Engineering
Chennai School of Ship Management