Jocelyn Aragon
Spring Valley,CA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Teachers Assistant position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Reliable Care Provider enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player, and dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Yarinn Gonzalez
06.2020 - 04.2024
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- 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.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- 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.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Adapted support approaches based on individual client preferences, fostering increased trust and rapport over time.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
Education
Certificate - Direct Support Training
DSP
High School Diploma -
Monte Vista High School
Spring Valley, CA06.2020
Skills
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Medication Management & Administration
- Behavioral Management
- Decision-making support
- Recreational Activities
- Safety Monitoring
- Fast Learner
- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving Strategies
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- First Aid Certification
- Cooking meals
- Clear Communication
- Relationship Building
- Housekeeping
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Goal Setting
- Supportive Personality
- Works well independently and in teams
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Yarinn Gonzalez
06.2020 - 04.2024
Certificate - Direct Support Training
DSP
High School Diploma -
Monte Vista High School