Kaitlyn Didyk
A Very Special Place
Staten Island
13
years of professional experience
Dedicated professional with extensive experience at A Very Special Place, skilled in client support and time management. Proven ability to enhance daily living skills and promote social integration for individuals with developmental disabilities. AMAP certified and adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize care plans and improve client outcomes.
Work History
Direct Support Professional
5 Years 3 Months- Provided individualized support to clients with developmental disabilities, enhancing daily living skills.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Assisted clients in participating in community activities, promoting social integration and engagement.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes and communicating effectively with family members and staff.
Care Management Coordinator
4 Years 2 Months- Coordinated care plans among multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers and patients to enhance service delivery.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care strategies based on individual needs.
- Developed resource materials for staff training and patient education initiatives.
- Assist with medicaid renewals for members.
- Assist with providing support with housing opportunities.
- Enhance knowledge of OPWDD choices.
Benefits and Intake Specialist
1 Year 9 Months- Conducted thorough client assessments to determine appropriate services and support needs. This includes learning how to navigate OPWDD choices and EVERO.
- Assisted members with obtaining residential employment.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized service plans for clients.
- Assisted clients and families with scheduling tours to view different residential opportunities.
QIDP
4 Years 10 Months- Assisted with completing Staff action plans.
- Assisted with maintaining and improving members ability to complete their ADL skills.
- Assisted Members and Families with opportunities with enrolling in day habilitation programs.
- Assisted with training staff to further their skills.
- Worked well in a team while learning new skills.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Learned about BIS and how document and to intervene when needed.
Community Health Action
3 Months- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted member with obtaining documentation including identification.
- Also assisted with providing members with scheduling doctor appointments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mental Health Counseling
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Skills
Time management
First aid and safety
Behavior redirection and SCIP training.
Client support
AMAP certified.
Timeline
Care Management Coordinator
Advance Care Alliance
06.2022 - 08.2026Read More
Direct Support Professional
A Very Special Place
06.2021 - CurrentRead More
Benefits and Intake Specialist
A Very Special Place
09.2019 - 06.2021Read More
QIDP
A Very Special Place Inc.
11.2015 - 09.2020Read More
Community Health Action
Community Health Action Of Staten Island
01.2014 - 04.2014Read More
Touro Graduate CollegeNew York
Bachelor of Science from Mental Health Counseling
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St. Thomas Aquinas College
Bachelor of Science from Psychology
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