Mid-level professional looking to continue learning, developing and lending my expertise to make a difference in the health care industry.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Reednext
06.2021 - Current
Engage with clients self-centered ABA services in a residential setting providing daily skills needed to address daily living, medication support, strength based for mental health assessment in collaboration with mental health provider and community programs
PMT trained and AMA certified
Administered medication as directed by physician.
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.
Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
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.
Case Manager
Legacy Treatment Services, NJ
06.2019 - Current
Contributes to the development, implementation, monitoring, and updating of consumer's individual rehabilitation plan; implementation of illness Management and Recovery (IMR) principles and interventions
Daily coordination and managing services for mental health and physical health; crisis intervention.
Provision/ coordination of services to achieve restoration of functioning and achievement of community integration.
Prepare a complete written intake assessment which includes treatment plans, relevant goals, behaviorally-measurable goals that serve as indexes for evaluating treatment progress, and realistic time frames for achievement.
Educated clients on available programs, benefits, and services, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care needs.
Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
Maintained accurate documentation on all cases, ensuring compliance with regulations and confidentiality requirements.
Conducted thorough assessments of clients'' situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
Community Support Specialist
Avidd Community Services
11.2018 - 08.2021
Supports individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities and help them gain independence in their homes and communities.
Provides the tools and encouragement needed for the individuals to interact socially in the community.
Assists in everyday activities of individuals to ensure self-awareness as well as awareness of their surroundings.
Updating of fee for services documentations daily for all Community Support Individuals.
Advocated on behalf of clients in various settings, securing necessary resources and services for their success.
Enhanced client well-being by providing personalized support and resources tailored to individual needs.
Monitored client progress regularly, adjusting support strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances.
Educated clients about available resources within the community, empowering them to make informed decisions about their care plans.
Direct Support Paraprofessional
Avidd Community Services
01.2018 - 08.2021
Assisted individuals, as necessary with daily living skills and the development of independent community skills.
Assisted in the development of a weekly schedule for each consumer to maximize their time spent in the community.
Assisted in building a support network between the individuals and community members.
Administered medication(s) and completed appropriate documentation for consumers.
Accurately completed all in-house documentation; maintained current case notes, and monthly reports of individual's progress.
Assisted in completing training with individuals towards achieving (Individual Support Plan) I.S.P goals.
Provides reports on consumer's progress and how it relates to their overall goals.
Reported fee for services documentations daily for all Individuals.
Administered medication as directed by physician.
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.
Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Direct Support Professional
Community Option, Inc
09.2013 - 08.2018
Assisted individuals, as necessary with daily living skills and the development of independent community skills.
Assisted in the development of a weekly schedule for each consumer to maximize their time spent in the community.
Assisted in building a support network between the individuals and community members.
Administered medication(s) and completed appropriate documentation for consumers.
Accurately completed all in-house documentation; maintained current case notes, and monthly reports of individual's progress.
Assisted in completing training with individuals towards achieving (Individual Support Plan) I.S.P goals.
Provides reports on consumer's progress and how it relates to their overall goals.
Reported fee for services documentations daily for all Individuals.
Administered medication as directed by physician.
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.
Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Behavioral Assistant
D.D.H.P., Corp
08.2015 - 09.2016
Worked in collaboration with the Therapist, other members of the team to develop and implement the individualized service plan.
Implement the individualized service plan or positive behavioral support plan
Input and reported all required documentations within designated time frames.
Empowered students by teaching self-regulation techniques that led to increased autonomy over their emotions and behaviors.
Provided ongoing assessments of student progress, making adjustments to intervention plans as needed for optimal results.
Monitored ongoing progress through data collection and analysis, refining intervention plans to maximize positive outcomes for individual students.
Behavioral Assistant
Youth Success Network
08.2014 - 09.2016
Worked in collaboration with the Therapist, other members of the team to develop and implement the individualized service plan.
Implement the individualized service plan or positive behavioral support plan
Input and reported all required documentations within designated time frames.
Empowered students by teaching self-regulation techniques that led to increased autonomy over their emotions and behaviors.
Provided ongoing assessments of student progress, making adjustments to intervention plans as needed for optimal results.
Monitored ongoing progress through data collection and analysis, refining intervention plans to maximize positive outcomes for individual students.