Kylie Essink
Hastings,NE
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated professional with years of experience with children and individuals with disabilities. Skilled in effective interpersonal communication and proven ability to promote wellness while building trusting relationships. First aid, medication aid, and CPR certified, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for growth with a positive attitude.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Integrated Life Choices
10.2023 - Current
- Assist individuals with daily living needs to support independence and promote general wellness.
- Monitor progress and document data on individual's behaviors.
- Maintain clean, safe, and well-organized environment.
- Build strong, trusting relationships with individuals.
Lead Laundry Technician
Good Samaritan Society
09.2020 - 10.2023
- Operated laundry equipment and loaded machines, paying careful attention to capacity restrictions.
- Assisted with cleaning and maintenance of laundry equipment to keep machines in proper working order.
- Kept track of residents' laundry items by properly sorting, tagging, and storing clothing.
- Delivered superior customer service by responding to inquiries and complaints.
In-Home Babysitter
Kailey Thyne
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Monitored children to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Facilitated creative play and instructed children in crafts and activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
Daycare Provider
Susan Mead
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Introduced child to educational games and activities to boost learning.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage good behavior.
- Sang songs, read books, and created nurturing environment for child to thrive in.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Education
Central Community College
Hastings, NEBachelor of Science - Psychology- Not Finished
University of Nebraska At Kearney
Kearney, NESkills
- Interpersonal communication
- Client documentation
- Empathetic and compassionate
- First aid and CPR certified
- Disability awareness
- De-escalation techniques
- Time management and problem-solving
- Active listening and emotional intelligence
- Medication administration
- Treatment implementation
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Integrated Life Choices
10.2023 - Current
Lead Laundry Technician
Good Samaritan Society
09.2020 - 10.2023
In-Home Babysitter
Kailey Thyne
09.2018 - 05.2019
Daycare Provider
Susan Mead
06.2017 - 08.2018
Associate of Arts - General Education
Central Community College
Bachelor of Science - Psychology- Not Finished
University of Nebraska At Kearney