Compassionate and dedicated Residential Direct Care Professional with experience at Attleboro Enterprises, Inc. Skilled in mobility assistance and emotional support, I excel at fostering client well-being and independence. Proven ability to enhance care plans and implement individualized service strategies, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for all clients.
Direct care professional with robust history of supporting individuals in achieving their personal goals and improving quality of life. Known for consistently collaborating with teams to ensure seamless care delivery and adaptability to changing client needs. Skilled in developing rapport and managing challenging behaviors with empathy and patience.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Direct Care Professional
Attleboro Enterprises, Inc.
284 John Deitsch Blvd. North Attleboro, MA. 02763
06.2024 - 03.2025
Ensured a safe and comfortable environment by maintaining clean and organized living spaces for clients.
Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
Supported clients'' emotional well-being through compassionate listening, empathy, and encouragement during difficult times.
Helped patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
Personal Care Assistant
No Employer (Referral by Family Member)
Fall River, MA
01.2017 - 11.2020
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Personal Care Assistant
No Employer (Personal Assignment for Family Member
Fall River, MA
09.2014 - 10.2016
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining a clean, safe environment.
Word Processing Assistant
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston, Massachuset
Massachusetts Treatment Center, Bridgewater, MA
01.1981 - 03.2011
Implemented process improvements that led to increased accuracy rates in data entry tasks.
Participated in training sessions to stay updated on industry best practices and improve personal skillset.
Improved processing efficiency by implementing new software tools and workflow techniques.
Actively contributed ideas during team meetings, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation in processing operations.
Handled multiple simultaneous projects efficiently, effectively managing resources and time allocation to meet tight deadlines successfully.
Developed strong working relationships with cross-functional teams, fostering a positive work environment focused on collaboration and shared success.
Managed large volumes of incoming information, accurately categorizing and routing documents for further action within specified timeframes.
Expedited turnaround times for critical documents by prioritizing tasks based on urgency levels.
Performed regular audits of processed materials, identifying areas for improvement or necessary corrections.
Assisted with the development of new procedures aimed at simplifying the overall workflow for more efficient daily operations.
Completed payroll accurately and timely to meet employee expectations.
Tracked employee vacation, sick and personal time.
Audited timesheets and payroll records for accuracy.
Processed timecards and payroll data for team of employees.
Performed data entry tasks and maintained accurate records of employee payroll information.
Maintained confidentiality of employee records and payroll information.
Education
No Degree - Phlebotomy (Certificate)
Fisher Community College
North Attleboro, MA
09-2012
Associate of Arts - Legal Studies
Bristol Community College
Fall River, MA
06-1980
Skills
Teamwork and cooperation
Compassionate caregiving
Bathing assistance
Patient care
First aid and safetyq
First aid and safety
Grooming assistance
Dressing assistance
Individualized service planning
Professional boundaries
Social skills development
Emotional support
Client documentation
Meal preparation
Confidentiality adherence
Self-care and resilience
Transfer techniques
Family collaboration
Timeline
Residential Direct Care Professional
Attleboro Enterprises, Inc.
06.2024 - 03.2025
Personal Care Assistant
No Employer (Referral by Family Member)
01.2017 - 11.2020
Personal Care Assistant
No Employer (Personal Assignment for Family Member
09.2014 - 10.2016
Word Processing Assistant
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston, Massachuset