Jamal McKoy
Albany
Summary
Direct Care Worker whose main goal is caring for and encouraging individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. I am focused on maintaining client safety and comfort through continuous monitoring and care. Currently seeking opportunities that help me gain the skills and knowledge I need to progress into the social work field.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Counselor
St. Catherine's Center For Children
07.2023 - Current
- Provided individual and group counseling to guide clients in areas of social and emotional needs.
- Documented patient progress through counseling and interaction.
- Helped clients find solutions by teaching appropriate intervention techniques.
- Acted as client advocate to resolve emergency problems in crisis situations.
- Encouraged development of relevant skills to help overcome specific concerns.
Assistant Residential Manager
Living Resources
07.2020 - Current
- Assist developmentally disabled clients with daily responsibilities
- Track and help administer prescribed medications
- Counseling and crisis intervention
- Transport individuals to community outings or scheduled appointments
- Actively document and report individuals progress
- Observe and assess potential clients interested in joining the program
- Train and develop new employees
Day Program Coordinator
Center for Disability Services
12.2022 - 02.2023
- Assist participants needing help with activities and encourage participation
- Provide alternate activities for individuals preferring not to participate or unable to participate due to cognitive deficits, agitation, etc
- Counseling and crisis intervention
- Assist participants with toileting and personal hygiene as needed
- Actively document completed goals and progress
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
SUNY At Albany
Albany, NY05.2021
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- PowerPoint
- Excel
- Intermediate Adobe Photoshop
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
- First Aid Certification
- Therapeutic Crisis intervention Certification
Timeline
Community Counselor
St. Catherine's Center For Children
07.2023 - Current
Day Program Coordinator
Center for Disability Services
12.2022 - 02.2023
Assistant Residential Manager
Living Resources
07.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
SUNY At Albany