Jaden Booth
Mount Pleasant,MI
Summary
Compassionate Direct Support Professional Caregiver with experience in providing personalized care to individuals with different types of disabilities. Skilled in implementing effective behavior management strategies, creating individualized care plans, and fostering supportive relationships. Demonstrated ability to inspire trust and build rapport, leading to improved patient wellbeing and autonomy. Previous work has made notable impacts by improving quality of life for clients through consistent, high-quality support and compassion. Excel at using empathy, patience, and active listening to enhance client well-being and foster positive and safer environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Listening Ear Crisis Center
Mount Pleasant, MI
04.2024 - Current
- Actively participated in educational training programs designed to enhance knowledge about disabilities or mental health issues.
- Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
- Collected and recorded patients' blood pressure, pulse, and respirations (TPRs) to evaluate and note basic health status.
- Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Monitored changes in physical condition or behaviors of clients which may indicate need for further medical attention or intervention.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized plans of care for each client based on their abilities and interests.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client behavior, progress notes and incident reports.
Sandwich Maker
SUBWAY®Restaurants
Mount Pleasant, MI
05.2021 - 04.2024
- Warmly greeted visitors to promote great customer service and positive ordering experience.
- Adhered to company policies regarding use of ingredients and portions used in sandwiches prepared for customers.
- Prepared sandwiches according to customer specifications, including ingredients and condiments.
- Completed efficient store opening and closing procedures each day.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI05-2025
Associate of Arts - Psychology
North Central Community College
Petoskey, MI05-2023
High School Diploma -
Pellston Public Schools
Pellston, MI06-2021
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Baker College
Flint, MISkills
- Healthcare coordination
- First aid and CPR
- Care plan management
- Dependable and responsible
- Records management
- Team collaboration
- Strong ethics
- Problem-solving
- Empathetic listening
- Time management
Volunteer Work
- Volunteered with RISE on a sexual Assault Response Team 03/2024 - 07/2024
Certification
- Training Certificate in Gentle Teaching, Physical Intervention, HCBS, Trauma Informed Care
- Training Certificate in Recipient Rights
- Training Certificate in Residential Services, Person Centered Plan, Personal Care
- Training Certificate in Mental Illness, Nutrition, and Vitals
- Training Certificate in Signs and Symptoms and Medications
- CPR and AED Certifications
- Training in Sexual Assault Response and Care
Affiliations
- Spending time at the animal shelter
- Going on walks around the neighborhood with my dog
- Reading
- Spending time with friends, family, and my significant other
- Baking and cooking for others
Accomplishments
- Recognized by Governor Whitmer for my involvement in discovering high levels of PFAS in local water wells.
- Recognized for my ability to quickly learn and adapt as a direct support professional
- Recognized for my ability to be a team player and cover open shifts
- Recognized for my ability to care for residents and to advocate for said residents
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Listening Ear Crisis Center
04.2024 - Current
Sandwich Maker
SUBWAY®Restaurants
05.2021 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Central Michigan University
Associate of Arts - Psychology
North Central Community College
High School Diploma -
Pellston Public Schools
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Baker College