hannah Harris
Portland,OR
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated Direct Support Professional with a proven track record at Alternative Services Oregon Inc. Skilled in care plan development and client communication, I excel in promoting independence and dignity for individuals. Committed to enhancing service delivery through teamwork and ongoing training, ensuring optimal health and well-being for clients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DSP
Alternative Services Oregon Inc
Portland Oregon
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Trained new staff on best practices for client interaction and safety protocols.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, and healthcare providers to enhance service delivery.
- Participated in ongoing training to stay current with industry standards and regulations for supported living services.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Provided direct support in daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity for individuals.
DSP
Saquoya Supported Living
Vancouver, WA
10.2024 - 06.2025
- Provided direct support in daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity for individuals.
- Developed and implemented personalized care plans to meet individual needs and preferences.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes and adjusting care strategies accordingly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care and support services.
- Assisted in behavior management techniques to promote positive interactions and reduce conflicts.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
Sales Floor Associate
Marshalls
Portland, OR
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Assisted customers in product selection and provided exceptional service to enhance shopping experience.
- Maintained organized sales floor by restocking shelves and ensuring merchandise displays were visually appealing.
- Collaborated with team members to facilitate efficient store operations during peak hours.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems, ensuring smooth checkout experience for customers.
Nanny / Psw
Alyssa Adams
Portland Oregon
09.2021 - 08.2023
- Supervised daily activities, ensuring safety and well-being of children.
- Developed educational games and activities to promote cognitive growth.
- Coordinated meal preparation and nutrition planning for children's dietary needs.
- Implemented effective discipline strategies to foster positive behavior development.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Developed strong communication with parents to provide updates on children''s progress, needs, and achievements.
Preschool Teacher's Aide
Grandmas Place Child Care Center
Portland Oregon
04.2020 - 06.2021
- Assisted lead teacher in implementing daily lesson plans and activities.
- Supported children in developing social skills through play-based learning.
- Facilitated a safe and nurturing environment for preschool-aged children.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to enhance learning experiences.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure classroom setting for all students.
- Established open lines of communication with parents through regular updates on their child''s progress via conferences, phone calls, or written reports.
Education
Associate of Science - Developmental Psychology
Portland Community College
Portland, Oregon, ORHigh School Diploma -
Parkrose High School
PortlandSkills
- Client communication
- Care plan development
- Behavior management
- Health monitoring
- Safety protocol implementation
- Physical therapy support
- Meal preparation and planning
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Fast learner
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Reliability
Certification
CPR & first aid
Oregon intervention system
washington medication delegation
Timeline
DSP
Alternative Services Oregon Inc
09.2025 - 01.2026
DSP
Saquoya Supported Living
10.2024 - 06.2025
Sales Floor Associate
Marshalls
09.2024 - 03.2025
Nanny / Psw
Alyssa Adams
09.2021 - 08.2023
Preschool Teacher's Aide
Grandmas Place Child Care Center
04.2020 - 06.2021
Associate of Science - Developmental Psychology
Portland Community College
High School Diploma -
Parkrose High School