Kari Cooper
Oconto Falls,WI
Summary
Compassionate caregiver, enhancing client well-being through tailored care plans and effective crisis intervention. Skilled in medication administration and relationship building, I excel in fostering a safe, supportive environment while achieving personal goals for individuals with disabilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Limitless Possibilities LLC
01.2023 - 06.2025
- 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.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
Assembler
Berken Solutions
Oconto Falls, WI
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Increased production efficiency by assembling components quickly and accurately.
- Enhanced workplace safety by maintaining a clean and organized work area at all times.
- Maintained high-quality standards with thorough inspections of assembled parts.
- Demonstrated a strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, prepared to begin work immediately, and contributing positively to the team''s overall success.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to meet production targets consistently.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to various types of assemblies, allowing for seamless transition between different projects as needed.
- Organized workstations to maximize productivity, reduce distractions and meet deadlines.
- Completed durable assemblies and subassemblies with hand and power tools.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by offering assistance when needed and maintaining open communication with colleagues.
- Ensured timely order fulfillment with efficient prioritization of tasks for various projects simultaneously.
- Tested finished products to perform quality assurance and identify discrepancies.
Bakery Associate
Lee's Family Foods
Peshtigo, WI
01.2010 - 05.2013
- Packaged customer purchases with care and strong organizational skills to facilitate easy carrying and prevent product shifting.
- Ensured food safety compliance by following strict guidelines for storage, handling, and preparation of baked goods.
- Performed routine equipment maintenance tasks such as cleaning mixers, ovens, or utensils to maintain optimal functionality and prevent potential hazards.
- Provided support to other departments within the store as needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes, and pies to drive product sales.
- Improved bakery efficiency through effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity goals while maintaining high-quality standards for all baked goods produced.
- Offered immediate assistance and menu advice to guests, documented orders, and conveyed special requests to baker and assistants.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
Education
Coleman High School
Coleman, WISkills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Medication administration
- Behavioral management
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Health and safety requirements
- Relationship building
- Direct patient care
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- Empathy and patience
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- Fire Safety
- First Aid
- Medication Administration
- Safety Care
Timeline
Assembler
Berken Solutions
04.2023 - 12.2023
Direct Support Professional
Limitless Possibilities LLC
01.2023 - 06.2025
Bakery Associate
Lee's Family Foods
01.2010 - 05.2013
Coleman High School