Jenet Ali
Mount Rainier,MD
Summary
Proactive Direct Support Professional experienced in monitoring client progress and advocating for their needs. Maintains accurate documentation and fosters positive relationships with clients, families, and healthcare providers to promote holistic care outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Goodness Is Good
Washington, DC
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, enhancing personal independence and quality of life.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitored client progress, documenting observations and communicating effectively with healthcare professionals.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to clients, fostering positive relationships and trust.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
Direct Support Professional
Persons Centered Home Care Services Llc
7600 Georgia Ave
08.2024 - 11.2025
- Facilitated recreational activities, promoting social interaction and community engagement among clients.
- Administered medication as prescribed, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
- Trained new staff on best practices in direct support services, improving team efficiency and service delivery.
- Advocated for client needs within the community, connecting them to resources and support services available.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
- Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Baptist High School
Kumba07-2018
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Medication administration
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Direct patient care
- Transportation
- Patient care
- Client transportation
- ADL support
- Recreational activities
- Progress documentation
Languages
English
Professional Working
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Goodness Is Good
03.2025 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Persons Centered Home Care Services Llc
08.2024 - 11.2025
High School Diploma -
Baptist High School