Highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Individual Advocacy Group
Silver Spring, MD
07.2020 - 07.2024
Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
Maintained a clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene, and other activities of daily living.
Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Assisted individuals in the development of social skills to become integrated in the community. Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations. Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings, based on individual needs.
Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands, and social activities.
Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention. Encouraged and reassured clients throughout transitions to facilitate smooth discharge.
Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
Monitored client's well-being, safety, and comfort under physician direction.
Education
Bachelors in Health Service Management -
University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi MD
12-2024
Certificate in Health Information Management And Data Analysis -
University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD
12-2024
High School Diploma -
High Point High School
Beltsville, MD
06-2017
Skills
Leadership
Care Delivery
Transportation
Goal Setting
Health Services
Client Support
Behavior Redirection
Medical Records Management
Compassionate Client Care
Client Documentation
Goal Attainment
Staff Scheduling
Health Information Systems
Service Utilization Improvements
HIPAA Guidelines
Patient Advocacy
Patient Education
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Individual Advocacy Group
07.2020 - 07.2024
Bachelors in Health Service Management -
University of Maryland Global Campus
Certificate in Health Information Management And Data Analysis -