Kerry-ann Heath
Lauderhill
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with experience at Barc Housing Inc., skilled in compassionate caregiving and crisis management. Proven ability to enhance client independence through tailored support and effective communication. Committed to maintaining safety and dignity while fostering engaging environments that promote quality of life for individuals with disabilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Barc Housing Inc.
07.2019 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities to promote independence and enhance quality of life.
- Supported communication between clients and healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and needs for effective support planning.
- Collaborated with team members to create engaging recreational activities tailored to client interests.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for individuals with disabilities.
- Adapted strategies based on individual preferences and abilities to optimize client engagement.
- Participated in training sessions to develop skills in person-centered care and support techniques.
Home Health Aide
FirstLantic Healthcare
01.2016 - 06.2019
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities to promote independence and enhance quality of life.
- Supported communication between clients and healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and needs for effective support planning.
- Collaborated with team members to create engaging recreational activities tailored to client interests.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for individuals with disabilities.
- Adapted strategies based on individual preferences and abilities to optimize client engagement.
- Participated in training sessions to develop skills in person-centered care and support techniques.
Education
Agriculture
Albert Town High
Trelawny, Jamaica 06.1998
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Behavioral management
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Direct patient care
- Transportation
- Patient care
- Disability awareness
- Client transportation
- ADL support
- Crisis management
- Patient assessments
- Self-advocacy training
- Daily living support
- Empathy and patience
- HIPAA compliance
- Active listening
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Barc Housing Inc.
07.2019 - Current
Home Health Aide
FirstLantic Healthcare
01.2016 - 06.2019
Agriculture
Albert Town High
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