Jabria Brooks
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Experience in field of behavioral support, with focus on providing assistance to individuals with mental health issues and developmental disabilities. Strengths lie in applying proven behavior modification techniques, creating individualized treatment plans, and fostering positive relationships. Notable for positively impacting lives through effective communication skills and empathetic approach. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure while ensuring safety and well-being of clients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REMOTE Human Resources Assistant
Devani Home Care Solutions
Swedesboro, NJ
07.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of employee information such as wages, performance reviews, benefits, leaves of absence.
- Assisted in developing training programs for staff members.
- Performed administrative tasks related to payroll processing or benefit administration.
- Provided administrative support to the HR department, including document preparation and calendar management.
- Managed confidential employee information with discretion and integrity.
- Responded to internal and external HR-related inquiries or requests.
- Examined employee files to answer inquiries for assistance with personnel actions.
Behavioral Aide
SpinINC
PHILADELPHIA, PA
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed and implemented behavior intervention plans for clients.
- Monitored client progress and documented changes in behavior.
- Taught clients how to manage stress through relaxation techniques and breathing exercises.
- Supported families of clients by offering guidance on managing challenging behaviors.
- Maintained a safe environment for all participants in therapeutic activities.
- Enforced rules consistently while providing support and understanding when necessary.
- Implemented crisis intervention strategies when needed to deescalate situations involving aggressive behaviors.
- Attended meetings with multi-disciplinary teams to discuss goals, objectives, interventions, and strategies related to client care.
- Supported and built caring relationships with patients with developmental and cognitive disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, developmental delays and dementia.
- Provided one-on-one support to children with various disabilities, including autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome and cerebral palsy.
Direct Support Professional
BAYADA
Philadelphia, PA
01.2021 - 08.2024
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
- Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
Direct Support Professional
Devani HCS
Philadelphia, PA
01.2017 - 11.2020
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Provided direct behavioral intervention services to children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities.
- Maintained detailed records of sessions including progress notes, daily logs, incident reports and program updates.
- Instructed clients in social skills training techniques such as positive reinforcement, prompting, and shaping behaviors.
- Provided crisis management when needed by utilizing de-escalation techniques such as redirection or calming strategies.
- Understood autism spectrum disorder, associated behaviors and optimum treatments.
- Assisted with building life and social skills useful for everyday activities and interactions.
- Monitored patients' well-being and reported changes or unusual behavior or physical illness to medical staff.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Delaware County Community College
Media, PASkills
- Individualized Education Plans
- Social Skills Development
- Behavioral Management
- Case Management
- Report Writing
- Appointment Setting
- Applied Behavior Analysis
- Client documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- Indirect Patient Care
- Patient Management
- Medication organization
- Cultural Awareness
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- First aid and safety
- Documentation
- Interpersonal Communication
- Behavior redirection
- Behavioral support
- Compassionate client care
- Evaluating student performance
- Calm Under Pressure
- HWC( Behavior Management System) certified
- CPR and AED
- First Aid Training
- Classroom Instruction
- Supervising students
- Advising students
- Student Mentoring
- Remote Office Availability
- Time Management
- Active Listening
- Computer Skills
- Classroom Management
Certification
- CPR/AED
- HANDLE WITH CARE
Timeline
REMOTE Human Resources Assistant
Devani Home Care Solutions
07.2024 - Current
Behavioral Aide
SpinINC
04.2024 - 08.2024
Direct Support Professional
BAYADA
01.2021 - 08.2024
Direct Support Professional
Devani HCS
01.2017 - 11.2020
Some College (No Degree) -
Delaware County Community College