Gia Reid
Wheatley Heights,United States
Summary
Experienced in community rehabilitation and direct support, adept at coordinating care and implementing individualized plans. Strong background in behavior management and case documentation supports effective client engagement and progress monitoring, contributing to comprehensive rehabilitation efforts and enhanced quality of life for clients.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Community Rehabilitation Worker
Risewell Inc
West Babylon, New York
01.2025 - Current
- Developed individualized rehabilitation plans based on client assessments.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to provide integrated and holistic client support.
- Tracked client progress and communicated significant changes to rehabilitation team for timely interventions.
- Coordinated case management functions through placement monitoring, crisis intervention and discharge planning.
- Supported clients in daily living activities and personal care, enhancing their quality of life.
- Documented client interactions and maintained accurate case files regularly.
Teacher's Aide /Children's Direct Support Professional
SCO Family Services
Dix Hills , NY
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Supported students with special needs in achieving educational goals.
- Monitored student behavior and guided students to foster a positive learning environment during classroom activities.
- Collaborated with staff to develop effective teaching strategies and interventions.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and staff to support a collaborative educational community.
- Prepared classroom materials and resources to enhance engagement in daily lessons and activities.
Direct Support Professional
QSAC
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Facilitated client engagement in recreational and leisure activities, enhancing social interactions and mitigating feelings of loneliness.
- Monitored clients' physical and behavioral changes, providing timely reports to supervisors to inform care decisions.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Maintained up-to-date patient files with vital signs and behavioral data, ensuring accurate information for treatment planning.
Direct Support Professional
Axion Healthcare
02.2022 - 03.2023
- Supported independence and well-being of disabled clients through personalized assistance.
- Facilitated daily living activities for clients to enhance self-esteem and overall wellness.
- Administered medication according to physician instructions.
- Ensured clean, safe, and organized patient environment to promote comfort and health.
Sales Associate
UGG Outlet
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Assisted customers in locating products and coordinated with other sites to provide information on available merchandise.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and effectively resolved issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Organized racks and shelves to enhance store visual appeal and drive customer engagement.
Sales Associate
Footlocker Retail
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted customers in locating products and coordinating with other sites to ensure availability.
- Organized racks and shelves to enhance store visual appeal and promote targeted merchandise.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to ensure product availability and optimal store presentation.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
Sales Associate
The Children's Place
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and foster lasting relationships, contributing to customer loyalty.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Created positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers, enhancing customer experience.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wyandanch Memorial High School
Wyandanch, NY06-2020
Skills
- Mobility Assessment
- Client assessment
- Rehabilitation planning
- Injury Prevention
- Progress tracking
- Case management
- Behavior management
- Behavioral redirection
- Behavioral support
- First aid training
- Quality program standards
- Safety practices
- Financial Assistance
- Budget Management
- Time management
- Adapt to diverse populations
- Effective communication
Certification
- Red Cross CPR certification
Timeline
Community Rehabilitation Worker
Risewell Inc
01.2025 - Current
Teacher's Aide /Children's Direct Support Professional
SCO Family Services
02.2024 - 09.2024
Direct Support Professional
QSAC
03.2023 - 10.2023
Sales Associate
UGG Outlet
09.2022 - 01.2023
Direct Support Professional
Axion Healthcare
02.2022 - 03.2023
Sales Associate
Footlocker Retail
12.2021 - 05.2022
Sales Associate
The Children's Place
09.2019 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Wyandanch Memorial High School