- Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning
- 3D Printing
- Coding and Programming
Joshua Summerhill
Portage,MI
Summary
Accomplished Direct Care Worker at Advantage Private Nursing Services, at home taking care of my mother. Enhanced client well-being through personalized care plans and effective communication. Proven reliability and punctuality, with a strong focus on safety and first aid. Successfully reducing challenging behaviors.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Care Worker
Advantage Private Nursing Services
Portage, MI
05.2020 - 09.2025
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Supported clients in personal hygiene routines, promoting dignity and respect.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand their needs and preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in client living spaces for optimal health.
- Documented care activities accurately to ensure continuity of support services.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to implement personalized care plans.
- Adapted quickly to changing client conditions, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness.
- Engaged clients in meaningful activities to enhance their quality of life.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively using appropriate de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies when necessary.
Mold Technician
Summit Polymers Inc.
Kalamazoo, MI
04.2023 - 04.2023
- Conducted thorough inspections of finished products, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Monitored production equipment and mixers for efficient and safe operation.
- Ran, inspected, and cleaned equipment.
- Used overhead crane to insert molds adhering to rules and regulations of crane usage.
- Loaded plastic pellets with vaccum system.
- Cleaned machines inbetween changes of types of plastic.
Plastic Recycling
Summit Polymers Inc.
Kalamazoo, MI
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on grinding tools to ensure optimal functioning and longevity.
- Developed process improvements that reduced waste and increased production speed without compromising quality.
- Collaborated with quality control teams to verify compliance with specifications and standards for finished products.
- Implemented organized workstations, streamlining operations and reducing downtime during production runs.
- Kept equipment in good working order by maintaining clean work environment and performing minor maintenance.
- Used forklift to grab plastic pellets.
Education
High School Diploma -
Portage Community Educational Center
PortageNo Degree - Computer Programming
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Kalamazoo, MISkills
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Reliability and punctuality
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Care plan assessment
- First aid and safety
- Case management
- Care plan management
- Behavioral management
- Client documentation
Interests
Timeline
Mold Technician
Summit Polymers Inc.
04.2023 - 04.2023
Plastic Recycling
Summit Polymers Inc.
12.2022 - 03.2023
Direct Care Worker
Advantage Private Nursing Services
05.2020 - 09.2025
High School Diploma -
Portage Community Educational Center
No Degree - Computer Programming
Kalamazoo Valley Community College