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Gloria Fondjo

Hagerstown,MD

Summary

Compassionate Direct Support Professional Supervisor known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in behavior management, individualized care planning, and team leadership. Excel in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to enhance client support and staff coordination.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional Supervisor

Family Service Foundation Inc
Frederick, MD
08.2021 - Current

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  • Created and maintained a positive work environment through effective communication with staff, residents, families, and other stakeholders.
  • Scheduled shift assignments for direct support professionals according to staffing needs.
  • Worked closely with medical staff to coordinate services for residents and clients as needed.
  • Participated in weekly team meetings with other supervisors to discuss resident and client progress and plan interventions when necessary.
  • Collaborated with external agencies such as mental health providers, educational institutions, state licensing boards., as needed.
  • Initiated disciplinary action when appropriate following established protocol.
  • Developed and implemented policies and procedures for direct support staff.
  • Provided guidance to direct support professionals in the performance of their job duties.
  • Conducted regular training sessions on safety protocols for direct support personnel.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments and managed patients Person Centered Plans and Behavior Plans
  • Assessed clients' needs, developed service plans and monitored progress towards goals.
  • Facilitated communication between clients, families, caregivers, social services and other agencies to ensure client needs were met.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals to coordinate treatment plans for clients.
  • Monitored daily activities of direct support staff to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Direct Support Professional

Community Living INC
Frederick, MD
03.2020 - 07.2021
  • Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
  • Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
  • Developed relationships with families of those receiving services to ensure continuity of care.
  • Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.

Education

Associate of Science - Video Arts And Technology

Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York
New York, NY
05-2021

Skills

  • Time Management
  • First-aid and CPR
  • Social Skills Development
  • Medication Administration
  • First aid and safety
  • Verbal Communication
  • Problem Resolution
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Organization
  • Planning

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Limited
Wolof
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Direct Support Professional Supervisor

Family Service Foundation Inc
08.2021 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Community Living INC
03.2020 - 07.2021

Associate of Science - Video Arts And Technology

Borough of Manhattan Community College of The City University of New York
Gloria Fondjo