John Kamau
Olympia,WA
Summary
Experienced DSP with dedicated human services, professional with a strong background in supporting old and young individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. committed to the NADSP code of ethics,and experienced in implementing individual service plan, so as to promote independence and community integration.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Dungarvin Assisted Living
Olympia, WA
01.2024 - Current
- Providing personalized care to over 10+ clients individually, in accordance to my schedule.
- Developing deep trust and understanding through consistent longterm interaractions so as to build a good relationship.
- Personal goals by prioritizing individual goals, and preferences over standardized care.
- Support in behavior challenges, by implementing strategies to manage frustrations and triggers that will result to escalated behavior.
- Using visual assist devices for an alternative communication, to help someone express their needs.
- Assist with daily living tasks, community and social integration, and vocational training to enhance in building skills.
Care Giver
Comfort Keepers
Olympia, WA
11.2024 - 11.2025
- Administered medications and monitored client health conditions effectively.
- Assisted clients with daily activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and care provided.
- Evaluated care procedures regularly to identify areas for improvement.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Coordinated closely with family members regarding updates on patient conditions or concerns that arose during the course of caregiving duties.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Managed patient appointments and transportation needs, ensuring punctual arrival at medical visits and other engagements.
Caregiver
Annies Adult Family Home
Tumwater, WA
11.2022 - 12.2023
- Supported 6 clients clients with daily living activities in an adult family home setup.
- Coordinated schedules, boosting service delivery
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Trained new staff on caregiving protocols and best practices for client care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client health status and progress reports.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients, promoting trust and emotional support.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
Education
GED -
Kahawa Secondary School
Nairobi Kenya11-1997
Skills
- First aid safety and CPR
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Medication administration
- Behavioral management
- Client documentation
- Relationship building
- Appointment scheduling
- ADL support
- Community integration
- Daily living support
- Empathy and patience
- HIPAA compliance
- De-escalation techniques
- Therapeutic instruction
Accomplishments
- Reduced care delivery time by 25% through process improvement.
- Achieved expected results through effectively helping with Guidance and redirection
- Supervised team of 3 staff members.
- Documented and resolved behavior issues which led to good results
Certification
- Home care aid training certificate
- First aid /CPR certification
- 75-hour Basic training certificate
- Nurse delegation certification
- Food worker card
- Valid drivers license
- High school diploma
Timeline
Care Giver
Comfort Keepers
11.2024 - 11.2025
Direct Support Professional
Dungarvin Assisted Living
01.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Annies Adult Family Home
11.2022 - 12.2023
GED -
Kahawa Secondary School