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Kelly DiScioscia

Kelly DiScioscia

Sprakers,NY

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Reliable caregiver enthusiastically pursuing opportunity to add immediate value to growing team. Inspired to help others and driven to apply unfailing work ethic to meet objectives. Industrious and committed with skills for multitasking and managing time well. Attentive caregiver/supervisor passionate about offering expert support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant and devoted to patients. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational and conflict management skills. Dependable employee establishes rapport and trust with patients and helps complete daily living tasks to enhance quality of life. Driven to prioritize individual needs with attention to important details. Valued as accommodating, kind-hearted team player dedicated to expanding knowledge and responsibilities. Level-headed professional with extensive experience helping patients and clients with self-care and day-to-day tasks. Kind and punctual individual assists with nursing treatments, supports diagnostic procedures and provides companionship. Passionate about improving well-being of others and providing compassionate treatment to patient community.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional

OPWDD
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • 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.
  • Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each client''s unique needs.
  • Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
  • Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
  • Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
  • Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
  • Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
  • Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
  • Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
  • Established strong relationships with local community resources to connect clients with additional supports as needed.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.

Direct Support Coordinator

Lexington ARC
09.2016 - 09.2019
  • Enhanced client independence by implementing personalized support plans and coordinating necessary services.
  • Improved overall quality of care for clients by regularly reviewing and updating individualized service plans.
  • Streamlined communication between interdisciplinary team members, ensuring consistent support for clients with complex needs.
  • Facilitated community integration for individuals with disabilities, organizing outings and activities tailored to their interests and abilities.
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily living tasks such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication administration.
  • Reduced incidents of challenging behaviors through the implementation of positive behavior support strategies and ongoing staff training.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable living environment by maintaining clean facilities and conducting regular safety inspections.
  • Maintained accurate client records, ensuring timely documentation of progress notes, incident reports, and other relevant information.
  • Built strong relationships with family members and guardians to foster open communication regarding client progress and concerns.
  • Implemented emergency procedures during crucial situations, effectively managing crises while prioritizing the safety of both staff members and clients alike.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
  • Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.

Direct Support Professional

Lexington Arc.
06.1998 - 09.2019
  • 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.
  • Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive support strategies for each client''s unique needs.
  • Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
  • Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
  • Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
  • Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Passed medications when needed and ordered them as needed.

Cashier

Stewart's Shops
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and maintain a clean, well-stocked store environment.
  • Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.

Cashier/ Pharmacy Helper

Hannaford Supermarket
09.1996 - 09.2002
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate cash transactions.
  • Streamlined checkout process for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
  • Maintained a balanced cash drawer, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
  • Exceeded productivity goals through consistent attention to detail and organization during busy shifts.
  • Provided backup support for other departments when needed, showcasing versatility within the retail environment.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.

Volunteer

Lexington ARC
01.1992 - 06.1997
  • Provided exceptional support for event management tasks, resulting in smoothly executed functions that exceeded expectations.
  • Actively participated in staff meetings, contributing ideas for process improvement and program development strategies.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry best practices by attending conferences and training sessions relevant to the organization''s mission.
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.

Education

No Degree - Human Services

Herkimer County Community College
Herkimer, NY
06.2025

High School Diploma -

Gloversville High School
Gloversville, NY
06.1997

Skills

  • Care Delivery
  • Indirect Patient Care
  • Client Documentation
  • Progress Documentation
  • Transportation
  • Appointment Scheduling
  • Behavioral Management
  • ADL Support
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Goal Setting
  • Behavior Redirection
  • Client Support
  • Medication Administration

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Direct Support Professional

OPWDD
08.2020 - 05.2021

Cashier

Stewart's Shops
01.2018 - 01.2019

Direct Support Coordinator

Lexington ARC
09.2016 - 09.2019

Direct Support Professional

Lexington Arc.
06.1998 - 09.2019

Cashier/ Pharmacy Helper

Hannaford Supermarket
09.1996 - 09.2002

Volunteer

Lexington ARC
01.1992 - 06.1997

No Degree - Human Services

Herkimer County Community College

High School Diploma -

Gloversville High School
Kelly DiScioscia