Joshlyn Bell-Sanders
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Empathetic Care Worker with sensitive and compassionate approach to cultivating trusting, stimulating and varied lifestyle for residents. Offers enhanced care with flexible learning approach for patients. Experience in hospital and in-home settings providing guidance and encouragement to patients through physical and emotional support.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Care Worker
Daisys Supportive Living Service
01.2022 - Current
- Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Facility Manager
James Penny House Girls Group Home
04.2020 - 12.2022
- Assisted residents with basic hygiene and healthcare needs.
- Provided leadership, guidance and support to staff members.
- Offered learning opportunities to help residents develop important life skills.
- Coordinated community resources and secured referrals.
- Led vocational assessments for clients with physical, emotional, intellectual and behavioral disabilities.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stockdale High School
Bakersfield, CA05.2009
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Crisis Management
- Continuous Development
- Professional Development
- Behavioral Management
- Sanitizing Surfaces
- Household Management
- Mobility Support
- Meal Planning and Preparation
- Developing Client Trust
- Client Requirements
- Care Plan Assessment
- Personal Care Assistance
- Attentive to People
- Nutrition
- Case Management
- Grocery Shopping
- First Aid and Safety
- Remote Video Conferencing
- Emergency Situations
- Staff Mentoring
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Direct Care Worker
Daisys Supportive Living Service
01.2022 - Current
Facility Manager
James Penny House Girls Group Home
04.2020 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
Stockdale High School
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