Jessica Stalter
Saint Joseph
Summary
Dedicated direct support professional skilled in compassionate caregiving and behavior management. Known for successfully advocating for client rights and implementing effective support plans. Committed to enhancing client independence and overall well-being.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DSP
Unity
St. Joseph Mo
05.2024 - Current
- Coordinated group activities that fostered social skills, communication, and community engagement among clients.
- Advocated for client rights and needs within multidisciplinary teams, ensuring comprehensive support across services.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through feedback sessions, contributing to ongoing improvements in service delivery methods.
- 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.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
DSP
Easterseals Midwest
St. Joseph Mo
03.2018 - Current
- Facilitated daily living activities for individuals with disabilities, promoting independence and enhancing quality of life.
- Developed personalized support plans in collaboration with clients and families to meet unique needs and goals.
- Implemented behavioral management strategies to promote positive interactions and reduce challenging behaviors.
- Trained new staff on best practices for direct support, ensuring adherence to organizational policies and procedures.
- Monitored client progress regularly, documenting observations to inform adjustments in care strategies as needed.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
Housekeeper
Candlewood Suites Hotel
St. Joseph, Mo
04.2015 - 06.2018
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of guest rooms and common areas to ensure high standards of hygiene.
- Utilized commercial cleaning equipment and chemicals safely and effectively for optimal results.
- Assisted in training new staff on cleaning protocols and hotel policies to ensure consistency.
- Conducted inventory management of cleaning supplies, ensuring timely replenishment for uninterrupted operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Linn High School
Linn, Mo05-2009
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Medication administration
- Compassionate caregiving
- Direct patient care
- Goal setting
- Nutrition
- De-escalation techniques
- First aid and CPR
- Documentation and recordkeeping
Certification
- CPR Training
- Level 1 med aid
Timeline
DSP
Unity
05.2024 - Current
DSP
Easterseals Midwest
03.2018 - Current
Housekeeper
Candlewood Suites Hotel
04.2015 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Linn High School