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Colten Bruce

Wooldridge,MO

Summary

Attentive disability avocate passionate about offering expert support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant and devoted to patients. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational and conflict management skills.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Palmers Homecare LLC
09.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
  • Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each client''s unique needs.
  • Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
  • Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.

Wellness Coach

Boonslick Heartland Ymca
02.2015 - Current
  • Serve as a point of contact for all members and integral in creating a welcoming and supportive environment that contributes to a vibrant community
  • Facilitate trainings around the fitness equipment and oversee facility cleanliness and safety
  • Train new staff and members on the correct way to utilize the equipment
  • Facilitated group workshops for clients to promote healthy lifestyle choices and foster a sense of community.
  • Increased client satisfaction by conducting regular progress assessments and adjusting wellness plans accordingly.

Substitute Health Aid

Boonville R1 School District
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Serve as liaison between families, school personnel and other healthcare providers on behalf of students
  • Provide medical consultations to other school personnel to promote well-coordinated school health and safety efforts
  • Respond to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance
  • Evaluate patient histories, ailments, and current symptoms
  • Advocate for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of the patient.

Substitute Paraprofessional

Boonville R-1 School District
09.2022 - 05.2023
  • Prepare and deliver instructional content for group and one-on-one use to comply with the established curriculum
  • Document student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues
  • Assist teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain a positive learning environment for a class of 28 students
  • Monitored student classrooms and outdoor activities to promote student safety.

Homecare Provider

Landmark Hospital
03.2020 - 12.2022
  • Interacted with patients and monitored their progress during therapy working alongside PT, OT, RT, and SLP disciplines addressing common outcome measures such as sit-to-stand progressions and FEES swallow examinations
  • Gained a comprehensive understanding of healthcare management and the function of a therapy department by shadowing members of the therapy team including the therapy manager
  • Practiced effective communication strategies with partners, stakeholders, and patients
  • Assisted patients with handling daily chores and personal grooming through planning errands and transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, purchasing supplies, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions
  • Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness while supporting independence and well-being
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.

Education

Bachelor of Health Science -

University of Missouri

Associate of General Education -

State Fair Community College

Skills

  • Injury Support
  • Knowledge of State Regulations
  • Case Management
  • EMR Systems
  • Mobility Support

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Palmers Homecare LLC
09.2023 - Current

Substitute Health Aid

Boonville R1 School District
09.2022 - 05.2023

Substitute Paraprofessional

Boonville R-1 School District
09.2022 - 05.2023

Homecare Provider

Landmark Hospital
03.2020 - 12.2022

Wellness Coach

Boonslick Heartland Ymca
02.2015 - Current

Bachelor of Health Science -

University of Missouri

Associate of General Education -

State Fair Community College

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