Jenna Book
Allen Park,MI
Summary
Dedicated, highly empathetic and impassioned caregiver with particular lens on enriching lives of those put in care. As an Autistic person, having a deeper sense of connection to those with delays, disabilities and differences that demand great support. High emphasis on building rapport with those in need, as well as fellow team-members.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DSP
Blanchard Valley Residential Services Inc.
Findlay, OH
03.2021 - 04.2022
DSP-Advocate
Sunshine Communities
Maumee, OH
04.2022 - 11.2023
- Provided assistance to disabled persons in accordance with their individual needs.
- Took upon whatever was necessary to improve the quality of life for clients.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Participated in team meetings regarding client progress or concerns raised by family members.
- Adhered to all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to health and safety standards in the workplace.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Riverdale Local Schools
Mount Blanchard, OH06.2015
Skills
- Acute Attention to Detail
- Skilled in Emotional/Behavioral Supports and Analysis
- Housekeeping
- Emergency Response
- Establishing Effective Care Plans
Affiliations
- Seasoned musician, stringed instruments
- Active Member of Local Community, with a focus on mentoring LGTBQ+ people.
- Regularly Aiding at a community kitchen every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month.
Accomplishments
- Chosen for previous employer's newsletter spotlight for DSP Recognition week, being one of four DSPs chosen among over three-hundred possible candidates.
Certification
- CPR Certification through American Red Cross
- Med-Pass Certification
Timeline
DSP-Advocate
Sunshine Communities
04.2022 - 11.2023
DSP
Blanchard Valley Residential Services Inc.
03.2021 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Riverdale Local Schools
- CPR Certification through American Red Cross
- Med-Pass Certification
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