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Overview
Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Iyamide Macbailey

Germantown,MD

Summary

Friendly, energetic, compassionate and dedicated residential counselor with multiple years of experience providing exemplary care to individuals in need. Skilled in assisting with daily living activities, medication management, and implementing individualized care plans. Committed to promoting independence, dignity, and quality of life for clients. Strong leadership skills, problem-solving and organizational abilities, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment. With a commitment to promoting their well-being and independence of individuals. Continuously up-to-date with best practices and regulations in the field. Passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of those in need.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Makom Kadosh: The Jewish Fellowship Of Chester County
05.2021 - Current
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
  • Provided reliable transportation for clients to attend medical appointments, social outings, or other community-based events as needed.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Managed medications for clients, ensuring proper dosages were taken on schedule and any side effects were promptly reported to healthcare professionals.
  • Ensured a safe and comfortable living environment for clients through regular housekeeping tasks and proactive maintenance reporting.
  • Established trust-based relationships with clients by consistently demonstrating respect, empathy, reliability, and genuine concern for their wellbeing.
  • Facilitated clients'' participation in recreational activities and community events to promote social engagement and inclusion.
  • Conducted ongoing assessments of client needs in order to adjust care plans accordingly or bring attention to potential issues requiring further evaluation from healthcare providers.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.

Direct Support Professional

CSSAC Montgomery Village, MD
04.2014 - 08.2024
  • Provide direct care and support to individuals with developmental disabilities in a residential setting.
  • Developed and implemented recreational activities and therapeutic programs for residents Assist individuals with daily living activities, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication management. Foster a safe and inclusive environment for individuals.
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored support in areas such as mobility training, communication skills development, and community integration activities.
  • Promoting independence and community integration.
  • Implement individualized care plans, ensuring the physical, emotional, and social well-being of each individual.
  • Collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care and support.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.

Mental Health Technician

CBH ,CELEBRATE ABILITY
03.2018 - 11.2020
  • Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
  • Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
  • Improved patient safety with continuous observation and timely intervention.
  • Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
  • Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.

Direct Support Professional

Community Support Services
02.2006 - 09.2020
  • 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 clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
  • Implemented behavior management plans to address challenging behaviors, promoting safe environment for all.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.

Education

No Degree - License Practical Nurse

INSTITUTES OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
Washington, DC
02-2009

Skills

  • Time management
  • First aid and safety
  • Behavior redirection
  • Client support
  • All Microsoft Office Word Excel, Quickbooks, etc (10 years)
  • Clerical Experience Caregiving
  • Behavioral management
  • Relationship building
  • Disability awareness
  • Medication Administration
  • Alzheimer's Care
  • Meal Preparation
  • Vital Signs
  • Individual / Group Counseling
  • Workforce Development
  • Case Management
  • Autism Experience
  • Crisis Intervention

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of staff members.
  • Documented and resolved which led to

Activities Coordinator

• Supervised recreational activities for children during field trips.

• Served as mentor.

• Conducted discussions facilitating group therapy.

Certification

  • Direct Support Professional Certification (DSP) - National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals.
  • First Aid Certification - American Red Cross or St John Ambulance.
  • CNA
  • RBT Certification
  • Driver's License
  • CPR / First Aid Certification
  • Med Tech
  • Microsoft Word
  • Excel, Powerpoint
  • Outlook, Quickbooks

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Makom Kadosh: The Jewish Fellowship Of Chester County
05.2021 - Current

Mental Health Technician

CBH ,CELEBRATE ABILITY
03.2018 - 11.2020

Direct Support Professional

CSSAC Montgomery Village, MD
04.2014 - 08.2024

Direct Support Professional

Community Support Services
02.2006 - 09.2020

No Degree - License Practical Nurse

INSTITUTES OF PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

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