James Phillips Jr

Work History

Life Skills Technician

TAJ Adult Dayhab

05.2024 - Current

Adapted instructional approaches based on individual client needs, ensuring a personalized learning experience for each participant.
Utilized evidence-based practices when implementing individualized skill-building strategies for each client.
Customized strategies based on individuals' goals and strengths and offered each positive reinforcement to continue progress against goals.
Modeled positive behavior skills as well as good problem-solving and relationship-building abilities to improve clients' social integration.
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
Supported people with developmental disabilities and autism in building multi-faceted skillset to promote independence and self-confidence.
Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
Coached clients through difficult life circumstances.
Helped to integrate clients in local community by teaching important social and work-related skills.
Intervened in crisis situations to provide counseling and support.
Provided insight and ideas to promote client growth.
Identified obstacles to learning in collaboration with adult learners and provided positive reinforcement for performance.
Promoted proper sanitation by training on important cleaning tasks in kitchens and bathrooms.
Offered training on personal hygiene and grooming skills.

Life Skills Instructor

New Horizons

08.2002 - 09.2004

Supported special education students by modifying lesson content, providing individualized assistance, and implementing accommodations according to IEP requirements.
Modeled positive behavior skills as well as good problem-solving and relationship-building abilities to improve clients' social integration.
Promoted proper sanitation by training on important cleaning tasks in kitchens and bathrooms.
Enhanced the quality of life skills curriculum by collaborating with fellow educators and administrators to review and revise course materials.
Supported people with developmental disabilities and autism in building multi-faceted skillset to promote independence and self-confidence.
Maintained impeccable records for each client and daily instructional activities.
Monitored progress towards service plan goals.
Facilitated communication between clients and other service providers.
Coached clients through difficult life circumstances.
Intervened in crisis situations to provide counseling and support.
Maintained private practice of Number clients.
Identified obstacles to learning in collaboration with adult learners and provided positive reinforcement for performance.
Maintained detailed, confidential client files.
Assisted in conducting needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs.
Determined needed and relevant interventions based on each client's cognitive abilities and current needs.
Offered training on personal hygiene and grooming skills.
Adapted lesson plans to reflect current events or societal issues relevant to the lives of students, fostering critical thinking and informed decisionmaking.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

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Life Skills Technician

Life Skills Instructor

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