Kamisha Penson
Summary
Compassionate Direct Support Professional with extensive experience at Klingberg Family Services, skilled in crisis management and behavioral support. Successfully enhanced clients' quality of life through tailored care plans and strong relationship building. Adept at documentation and maintaining safety, ensuring dignity and respect in all interactions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
River Street School
12.2021 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Direct Support Professional
Klingberg Family Services
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
Childcare Assistant Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
01.2014 - 02.2019
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and orderly classroom environment, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while supporting an optimal learning space for students.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Assisted lead teacher with snack time, arts and crafts and putting children down for naps.
- Communicated regularly with parents about daily activities and behaviors.
- Served as a reliable source of support for lead teacher during times of absence or need for additional assistance in the classroom.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering trust and collaboration for their child''s development.
- Contributed to a safe and nurturing environment by closely monitoring children during indoor and outdoor playtime sessions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during daily routines by providing clear instructions and encouragement, helping children build confidence in their ability to navigate new experiences.
- Assisted lead teacher in designing thematic units, enhancing the overall curriculum for greater student interest.
Education
High School Diploma -
Weaver
Hartford, CT06-2011
Skills
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Time management
- Behavioral management
- Client documentation
- Decision-making support
- Health and safety requirements
- Relationship building
- Direct patient care
- Appointment scheduling
- Disability awareness
- ADL support
- Goal setting
- Social skills development
- Crisis management
- Patient management
- Progress documentation
- Patient assessments
- Safety monitoring
- Community integration
- Nutrition
- Care delivery
- Nutrition support
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Daily living support
- Empathy and patience
- HIPAA compliance
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Case documentation
- Behavioral support
- Positive reinforcement
- De-escalation techniques
- Report writing
- Cultural awareness
- Emotional intelligence
- State regulations
- Case management experience
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
River Street School
12.2021 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Klingberg Family Services
01.2019 - 12.2021
Childcare Assistant Teacher
The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
01.2014 - 02.2019
High School Diploma -
Weaver
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