Jeremiah Momo

DS

As a DSP (Direct Support Professional) worker, I play a crucial role in providing essential care and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. My responsibilities include assisting clients with daily activities such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, medication management, and transportation. I also work to promote independence and community integration by creating and implementing individualized care plans, facilitating social and recreational activities, and offering emotional support. My role as a DSP worker involves fostering a safe and nurturing environment, advocating for the needs and rights of your clients, and collaborating with healthcare professionals and families to ensure comprehensive care. My dedication, empathy, and commitment to enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities make a significant and positive impact on the lives of those you serve.

• Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
• Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
• Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
• Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
• Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
• Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
• Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate.

• Organized oral medications for clients following dosage and schedule requirements.
• Contacted medical providers on behalf of clients to follow up on appointments.
• Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
• Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
• Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.

• Partnered with registered nurses and physiotherapists to provide care to patients.
• Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
• Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
• Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
• Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.

• Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
• Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
• Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
• Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
• Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.