Gregory Stone
East Syracuse,NY
Summary
Results-driven support professional prepared for impactful roles in direct care environments. Proven ability to enhance clients' quality of life through tailored support and effective daily management. Known for strong collaboration and adaptability, ensuring seamless team operations and consistent quality outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Liberty Resources Inc
09.2025 - Current
- Supported individuals with developmental disabilities in daily living activities, promoting independence and personal growth.
- Assisted clients in developing life skills through structured programs tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Monitored client behavior and documented progress, ensuring adherence to personalized care plans and safety protocols.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to enhance support strategies.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
Subsidized Apprenticeship
New York State Museum
08.2016 - 08.2025
- Mineral collection cataloger
- Landscaper and plantsman for major hosta hybridizer
- House keeper
- Mineral curator
- Take care of one of the largest personal gardens in the upstate area
- Developed and implemented seasonal planting schedules to optimize growth cycles.
- Utilized organic gardening techniques to promote sustainable practices and soil health.
- Designed and maintained irrigation systems, improving water efficiency across gardens.
- Evaluated garden layouts, implementing changes that improved workflow and productivity.
- Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of job sites by properly disposing of waste and returning tools and equipment to proper storage locations.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Enhanced garden aesthetics by implementing creative landscape designs and plant arrangements.
- Kept accurate and up-to-date records of scheduled tasks, tools and material inventory to maintain gardens and track progress.
- Coordinated with fellow team members to complete large-scale landscaping projects within tight deadlines.
- Mitigated pest issues with environmentally friendly solutions, preserving plant health and garden aesthetics.
- Promoted sustainability through eco-friendly gardening practices such as composting and organic pest control methods.
Landscaper
Paramount Properties
06.2016 - 08.2025
- String trimmer
- Mower operator
- Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
- Managed inventory of tools, equipment, and materials to ensure proper allocation of resources for each project.
- Designed and installed custom landscape features to meet clients'' aesthetic preferences and functional needs.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Streamlined processes for plant selection and placement, improving overall project turnaround time.
Assistant Retail Manager
Puff City
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Developed and implemented merchandising strategies to enhance product visibility and sales.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, informing inventory management and promotional strategies.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing stock discrepancies through systematic audits and reporting procedures.
- Engaged directly with customers to offer assistance and resolve complaints.
- Monitored inventory management and assisted with accurate, cost-effective ordering processes.
- Tracked daily cash handling, reconciled sales and prepared bank deposits.
- Implemented strategies focused on increasing store sales and customer satisfaction.
- Upheld consistent presentation standards to advantageously use visual merchandising and increase sales.
- Supported senior management in implementing and upholding store policies and procedures.
- Produced regular sales reports, analyzed data and identified areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with store manager on promotional events, driving increased foot traffic and sales revenue.
- Coordinated regular staff meetings to address challenges, share successes, and maintain open lines of communication.
- Contributed to the development of store policies and procedures, ensuring consistency in operations and a high level of customer service across the board.
Dominos Delivery Driver
Domino's
07.2021 - 01.2023
- Delivery driver
- Pizza oven
- Dish washer
- Cleaner
- Front counter
- Sales
- Utilized GPS technology to optimize delivery routes and reduce time on the road.
- Assisted in training new drivers on delivery procedures and customer service standards.
- Communicated effectively with customers to address inquiries and resolve issues swiftly.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
- Enhanced delivery efficiency by optimizing routes using GPS navigation and mapping tools.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
Sous chef, dishwasher, am cleaner
Bull & Bear Roadhouse
11.2015 - 05.2016
- Sous chef
- Am cleaner
- Dishwasher
- Streamlined kitchen processes, improving turnaround times for meal preparation and service delivery.
- Managed inventory levels, ordering supplies to maintain quality and minimize waste in the kitchen.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing guest concerns or special dietary requests, building loyalty among returning clientele.
- Delivered exceptional culinary experiences, consistently receiving positive feedback from patrons.
Lab Technician, Inventory Controller, Landscape Manager, Cleaner
Nutratech Labs
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Grounds Manager
- Inventory control
- Assembly
- Disassembly
- Costumer service
- Sales
- Lab technician
Education
High School -
John C. Birdlebough High School
Phoenix, NY06.2012
Skills
- Team management
- Customer service
- Cleaning (6 years)
- Dishwashing (6 years)
- Landscaping (6 years)
- Cataloging
- Medication administration
- Behavioral management
- Decision-making support
- Patient care
- Disability awareness
- Direct patient care
- Behavioral support
- Conflict resolution
- Emotional intelligence
- Attentive to people
- Cooking meals
- Ability to lift
- Housekeeping
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Liberty Resources Inc
09.2025 - Current
Assistant Retail Manager
Puff City
01.2023 - 01.2025
Dominos Delivery Driver
Domino's
07.2021 - 01.2023
Subsidized Apprenticeship
New York State Museum
08.2016 - 08.2025
Landscaper
Paramount Properties
06.2016 - 08.2025
Sous chef, dishwasher, am cleaner
Bull & Bear Roadhouse
11.2015 - 05.2016
Lab Technician, Inventory Controller, Landscape Manager, Cleaner
Nutratech Labs
01.2010 - 01.2015
High School -
John C. Birdlebough High School