Julez Julien
Lewiston
Summary
Dynamic and compassionate professional with experience at Becket Maine, skilled in de-escalation techniques and client advocacy. Proven ability to implement individualized care plans, enhancing resident independence and reducing behavioral incidents. Strong collaborator with a commitment to safety management and emotional support, fostering a nurturing environment for personal growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Counselor, BHP
Becket Maine
Lewiston, ME
01.2024 - Current
- Administered medications to residents in accordance with physician orders, nursing standards, and facility protocols.
- Observe for potential side effects of medications, document findings, and report any concerns to the program nurse immediately.
- Facilitated daily living skills for residents, promoting independence and personal growth.
- Implemented individualized care plans to support emotional and behavioral development.
- Monitored resident interactions, ensuring a safe and supportive environment.
- Coordinated recreational activities to enhance social skills and community integration.
- Documented resident progress and incidents, maintaining accurate records for team review.
- Reduced behavioral incidents by employing de-escalation techniques and maintaining a calm environment.
- Developed strong rapport with residents through empathetic listening and compassionate communication strategies.
- Monitored and documented client progress toward meeting goals and objectives.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring the safety of all residents while adhering to established protocols.
- Communicated behavior choices to residents by outlining positive and negative consequences of choices.
- Transporting clients to activities and appointments in the community.
- Teaching youth how to navigate through their mental and physical disabilities.
- Role modeling appropriate behaviors for the client.
DSP
Independence Association
Brunswick, ME
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Implemented safety protocols to enhance team compliance and reduce workplace incidents.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and company policies to ensure consistent performance.
- Optimized inventory management processes by utilizing tracking software for improved accuracy.
- Coordinated daily workflow, adjusting staffing levels based on operational needs and priorities.
- Collaborated with team members to identify areas for process improvement, increasing overall efficiency.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Scheduled daily and weekly care hours for client caseload.
Stay-at-home Father
Work Gap
Lewiston, ME
04.2016 - 07.2022
Brusher/Bather
Pampered Pups
South Paris, ME
07.2015 - 04.2016
- Provided attentive care during bathing sessions, ensuring pet comfort and safety.
- Maintained cleanliness of grooming area and bathing equipment to uphold hygiene standards.
- Assisted in managing scheduling for bathing appointments, optimizing workflow efficiency.
- Educated pet owners on aftercare practices for optimal hygiene and health outcomes.
- Monitored pet behavior during baths, adapting approach to individual needs for stress reduction.
- Assisted with development of animal behavior modification plans.
- Washed, trimmed, and brushed animals to maintain good grooming standards.
- Monitored animals for behavioral problems and signs of health issues.
- Managed inventory of bathing supplies and ensured timely reordering when necessary, preventing stock shortages or disruptions to service offerings.
Photographer
Self-employeed
New York, NY
04.2012 - 05.2015
- Captured high-quality images for diverse projects, enhancing visual storytelling and client satisfaction.
- Collaborated with clients to understand project goals, ensuring alignment with creative vision and expectations.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
- Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
Education
DSP Certification -
Independence Association
Brunswick, ME01-2022
TCI: Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification -
Becket
Lewiston, ME02-2024
BHP Certification -
Becket
Lewiston, ME01-2024
CRMA Certification -
Independence Association
Brunswick, ME02-2022
DSP Certification -
Independence Association
Brunswick, ME01-2022
Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Certification -
American Heart Association
Brunswick01-2022
High School Diploma -
Bedford High School
Bedford, MA06-2006
Skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Client advocacy
- Safety management
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Residential treatment plans
- Behavioral intervention plans
- Incident reporting
- Emotional support
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
Timeline
Residential Counselor, BHP
Becket Maine
01.2024 - Current
DSP
Independence Association
07.2022 - 01.2024
Stay-at-home Father
Work Gap
04.2016 - 07.2022
Brusher/Bather
Pampered Pups
07.2015 - 04.2016
Photographer
Self-employeed
04.2012 - 05.2015
DSP Certification -
Independence Association
TCI: Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certification -
Becket
BHP Certification -
Becket
CRMA Certification -
Independence Association
DSP Certification -
Independence Association
Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Certification -
American Heart Association
High School Diploma -
Bedford High School