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James Varela

West Berlin

Summary

Highly detail-oriented and organized self-starter who works well independently to get the job done to the satisfaction of the client. I am a responsible Support staff with excellent communication skills demonstrated by 6 years of experience providing services to satisfied clients. Motivated Human Service Assistant offering a strong work ethic and a positive attitude. Highly effective in a challenging behavior work environment.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Human Services Technician

Ancora Psychiatric Hospital
08.2015 - 07.2023

Provide support to service recipients. which includes : Special observation monitoring, monitor dinning room and showers activities, escorting patients to the cafeteria. Observe, record and report any changes in the patient behavior. Review precautions parameters, understand observation distance, behaviors that initiates precaution. conduct contraband search of patients/environment and remove dangerous objects.Be alert to sharp objects and other potentially dangerous items. Record hourly summary of behavior observed and care provided.

  • Worked closely with management to provide effective assistance for specific aspects of business operations.

Human Service Assistant

Newlisbon Developtmental Center
02.2011 - 01.2015

Provide active treatments, support and assistance to individuals with developmental disabilities as personal care attendant. Assist in expanding their opportunities to paticipate in community life as they choose.Prompts and or assists in the achievement of goals. Follows standard interaction protocol, or individual behavior plan. Intervene to de-escalate various types of problem behaviors (eg. agression, self injury.etc.). Provide ongoing support in implementing treatment plans,general interactions, engagement, daily care, goal implementations,and safety for the individuals.  Accepts short notice and regular reassignments without complains.

Supervisor/Assist.Manager

Federation of multicultural Pragrams
04.2007 - 02.2011

Assists the manager in the daily operation of the facility. Supervised and coordinated dinning room activities and employee schedules.Provided coaching, mentoring, and consultation to staff to enhance staff development. Safely transport and or accompanies the individuals if needed to medical and dental appointments. Escorts the individuals to the barbers. and or home visits.

Education

GED - Business Administration

Burlington county college
Burlington, NJ
2017

Skills

Strong leadership ability

Highly dependable 

Fast learner

Timeline

Human Services Technician

Ancora Psychiatric Hospital
08.2015 - 07.2023

Human Service Assistant

Newlisbon Developtmental Center
02.2011 - 01.2015

Supervisor/Assist.Manager

Federation of multicultural Pragrams
04.2007 - 02.2011

GED - Business Administration

Burlington county college
James Varela