Johann Tonkin
11501 Buena Vista Rd, Independence,OR
Summary
Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with clients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Elysian Pursuit Inc
01.2017 - Current
- Maintained safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Direct Support Professional
Rise Services, Inc
08.2014 - 02.2018
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Direct Support Professional
Oregon Mennonite Residential Services
11.2012 - 06.2014
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
2nd Cook R M Thorstonson
Icicle Seafoods
03.1994 - 08.2010
- Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness, resulting in consistently positive health inspections.
- Provided 2 cafeteria style meals daily for crew of 120 while at sea and crew of 30-40 while at dock
- Maintained excellent attendance record despite demanding work schedule and long hours.
- Reduced food waste with careful portioning and utilizing leftovers creatively in new dishes.
- Worked 12 hour shifts while boat was at sea and 10hr shifts while at dock.
- Boat changed owners. Seven Seas Fishing Company, Seattle, WA changed name to Stellar Seafood, Seattle WA in 2001. Sold to Icicle Seafood in 2008
Education
High School Diploma -
Crestview High School
Columbiana, OHSkills
- Transportation
- Patient Care
- First Aid Certification
- Safety Compliance
- Medication Administration
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Housekeeping tasks
- OIS
References
- Katrina Boatfield (503)551 7762 Monmouth, OR
- Sherrie Rodriguez (503) 388 1626 Independence, OR
- Christine Davis (503) 991 2525 Woodburn, OR
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Elysian Pursuit Inc
01.2017 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Rise Services, Inc
08.2014 - 02.2018
Direct Support Professional
Oregon Mennonite Residential Services
11.2012 - 06.2014
2nd Cook R M Thorstonson
Icicle Seafoods
03.1994 - 08.2010
High School Diploma -
Crestview High School