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Kesha Ward

Valdosta,GA

Summary

Compassionate Direct Support Professional with a proven track record at Rescare Normal Life, enhancing client independence through tailored care plans and effective behavioral management. Skilled in client documentation and first aid, I foster a safe environment while promoting personal growth and dignity for individuals with disabilities.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Rescare Normal Life
04.2025 - 06.2025
  • Assisted individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and personal growth.
  • Implemented individualized care plans, ensuring tailored support for each client's needs.
  • Monitored health and safety conditions, addressing potential hazards promptly and effectively.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care strategies.
  • Documented client progress accurately, facilitating clear communication with family and healthcare providers.
  • Participated in ongoing training workshops to enhance skills and knowledge in direct support practices.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
  • Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.

Poll Clerk

Lowndes Board of Elections
10.2024 - 11.2024
  • Assisted voters with registration and ballot procedures to ensure compliance with election laws.
  • Monitored polling equipment functionality, addressing issues to maintain operational integrity throughout voting hours.
  • Educated voters on voting processes and provided instructions for using electronic voting machines effectively.
  • Collaborated with team members to set up and dismantle polling site, ensuring a smooth transition before and after elections.
  • Addressed voter questions and concerns.
  • Posted signs, instructions and statutory notices for incoming voters to see.
  • Attended appropriate training sessions and information briefings.
  • Maintained ballot secrecy and confidentiality.
  • Assisted voters with special needs, ensuring equal access to the democratic process for all eligible individuals.

Instructor's Assistant

NeverTooLate Program
05.2015 - 07.2019
  • Assisted individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and personal growth.
  • Implemented individualized care plans, ensuring tailored support for each client's needs.
  • Monitored health and safety conditions, addressing potential hazards promptly and effectively.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care strategies.
  • Documented client progress accurately, facilitating clear communication with family and healthcare providers.
  • Participated in ongoing training workshops to enhance skills and knowledge in direct support practices.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
  • Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
  • Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.

Home Health Aide Nurse's Assistant

Home Nurse Inc.
09.2020 - 07.2022
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Administered prescribed medications under supervision, adhering to protocols.
  • Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for care quality assurance.
  • Maintained a safe and clean home environment for patients, reducing the risk of infection or injury.
  • Contributed to higher patient comfort levels by organizing personal spaces and providing assistance with bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
  • Assisted in maintaining an organized schedule for patients'' appointments, ensuring punctuality for critical visits with healthcare providers.
  • Supported meal planning efforts for dietary-restricted individuals by preparing nutritious meals that adhered to doctor-prescribed guidelines.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each patient''s specific needs.
  • Offered transportation to and from appointments, shopping and other activities to help patient stay social, active and maintain access to essential items and services.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.

Mailroom Worker

CHNI
08.2021 - 06.2022
  • Sorted and distributed incoming mail and packages efficiently to ensure timely delivery.
  • Operated mail processing equipment, including postage meters and folding machines, for optimal workflow.
  • Maintained accurate records of outgoing shipments to streamline tracking and accountability processes.
  • Assisted in inventory management by monitoring supplies and restocking as necessary to maintain operations.
  • Collaborated with team members to implement best practices for sorting and handling mail items effectively.
  • Trained new staff on mailroom procedures and safety protocols to enhance operational efficiency.

Seasonal Peak Driver

United Parcel Service, UPS
08.2019 - 01.2020
  • Operated delivery vehicles efficiently to ensure timely arrival of goods.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance.
  • Managed route planning to optimize fuel consumption and delivery schedules.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading cargo while adhering to safety protocols.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatchers to coordinate deliveries and address issues.
  • Adhered to traffic regulations and company policies to promote safe driving practices.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School
Townsend, GA
05.2017

Skills

  • Time management
  • First aid and safety
  • Behavior redirection
  • Client support
  • Behavioral management
  • Client documentation
  • Housekeeping tasks
  • Direct patient care
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Empathy and patience
  • Cultural awareness
  • Hygiene assistance

CPR/AED

Can preform CPR/AED trained to save lives.

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Rescare Normal Life
04.2025 - 06.2025

Poll Clerk

Lowndes Board of Elections
10.2024 - 11.2024

Mailroom Worker

CHNI
08.2021 - 06.2022

Home Health Aide Nurse's Assistant

Home Nurse Inc.
09.2020 - 07.2022

Seasonal Peak Driver

United Parcel Service, UPS
08.2019 - 01.2020

Instructor's Assistant

NeverTooLate Program
05.2015 - 07.2019

High School Diploma -

Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School

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