Reliable professional with excellent organizational skills, who has a compassionate heart for helping others. Over 20 years of experience as a DSP; ready to utilize my skills and broaden my horizon.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Carey Services
Upland , IN
07.2007 - Current
Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
Communicated regularly with clinical staff regarding client progress and changes in condition or behavior.
Coordinated with external agencies to ensure continuity of care for clients.
Scheduled appointments for clients as needed for outside services such as counseling or medical care.
Documented all patient contact activities in accordance with agency standards and regulations.
Maintained accurate records of all client interactions according to agency policies and procedures.