Kimberly Williams

Direct Support Professional

Developmental services of Jackson County

Holton, Kansas

03.2021 - 02.2024

Assisted in planning and implementing recreational activities for participants.
Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
Leveraged database management system to track and report service hours, details of activities and progress on goals.
Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.