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Jacob Stone Herrera

Fayetteville

Summary

I look forward to fostering trusting relationships and coordinating comprehensive support in any field I am in and any goal I'm working towards. I'm hoping to build upon the things I've done to better myself in order to be positioned for providing consistent care in the daily lives of those close to me and those who are not. I believe in open communication for all walks of life even if it involves constructive criticism or compassionate confrontation and appreciate the humble and small beginnings of everyone's personal growth.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

DSP Special Needs Aid

RHA Health Services LLC
09.2023 - Current
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to individuals' bedrooms clean.
  • Cooked meals and assisted clients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of supported individuals by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Built and maintained rapport with individuals and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.
  • Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions

Patient Transporter

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
03.2023 - 07.2023
  • Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
  • Transported patients to testing and treatment units, operating rooms, and other areas using moveable beds, wheelchairs, medical outlets/equipment
  • Maintained cleanliness of transport equipment to minimize infection risk for patients and staff.
  • Reduced patient anxiety during transport by maintaining open communication and answering questions.
  • Maintained professional relationships with colleagues across various departments, promoting teamwork for efficient patient care delivery.
  • Assisted in the transfer of critically ill patients within the hospital, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and medical protocol adherence.

Shelter Monitor

Salvation Army Shelter
07.2022 - 02.2023
  • Distributed and organized donations for events or holidays & maintained inventory for resident's needs
  • Facilitated goods from the soup kitchen to residents/emergency sheltered individuals during Operation White Flag and in daily food services
  • Provided crisis intervention services when necessary, deescalating situations calmly and effectively.
  • Contributed to successful rehousing of residents by coordinating with local agencies and resources.
  • Connected residents with community resources such as employment opportunities, healthcare providers, housing programs, and educational institutions to promote long-term stability.
  • Promoted a positive and respectful atmosphere in the shelter by modeling appropriate behavior and treating residents with dignity.
  • Monitored security cameras regularly to maintain a safe environment for all individuals within the facility at all times.
  • Monitored and evaluated impact of social services on community

Direct Support Professional

Shine Light INC
01.2021 - 03.2022
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each client''s unique needs.
  • Coordinated with families and other caregivers, ensuring cohesive approach to client support.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized group homes
  • Went out into the community and volunteered with outreach groups, made relations with local businesses & educational public places like art and science museums or local nonprofits
  • Contributed to the physical health of supported individuals by going on hiking or field trips, participating in sport events, and recreational lifting

Education

Phlebotomy

Fayetteville Technical Community College
Fayetteville, NC

Film And Video Production

Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA

High School Diploma -

Douglas Byrd High School
Fayetteville, NC

Skills

  • Empathetic
  • Loyal
  • Determined
  • Resourceful
  • Respectful
  • Earnest

Timeline

DSP Special Needs Aid

RHA Health Services LLC
09.2023 - Current

Patient Transporter

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
03.2023 - 07.2023

Shelter Monitor

Salvation Army Shelter
07.2022 - 02.2023

Direct Support Professional

Shine Light INC
01.2021 - 03.2022

Phlebotomy

Fayetteville Technical Community College

Film And Video Production

Santa Rosa Junior College

High School Diploma -

Douglas Byrd High School

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