Lajuan Preston
Saint Paul,MN
Summary
Highly skilled and enthusiastic professional with more than 2 1/2 years of experience managing group home. Successfully oversee, budgeting, supply management, staff production and patient services. Hardworking team member working well with others as well as being reliable and dedicated to Safety and happiness within clients. Good maintenance and repair skills with training in CPR.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Care Coordinator
Creative Care Resources
04.2020 - 04.2024
- Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting care plans as needed to better meet their changing needs.
- Trained pharmacy interns and newly hired pharmacy technicians.
- Improved quality of life for clients through attentive personal care and assistance with daily tasks.
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques when necessary, de-escalating situations and prioritizing client safety above all else.
- Established trusting relationships with clients through genuine interactions and active listening skills.
- Trained new direct care staff members on company policies and procedures, ensuring consistent high-quality care across the team.
- Advocated for clients'' rights within the facility and community settings, ensuring their voices were heard in decision-making processes that affected them directly.
- Managed scheduling for client appointments and transportation needs, optimizing time management while meeting all necessary requirements.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, and healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in direct care coordination and improve overall effectiveness.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering an environment of empathy and understanding.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
Super Mover
You Move Me
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Worked closely with team members to develop efficient strategies for completing moves within designated timeframes.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with customer possessions or merchandise weighing up to 500 lbs.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Maneuvered items carefully through narrow hallways and doorways to prevent damage.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
- Enhanced team efficiency by coordinating with coworkers to complete tasks quickly and effectively.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Communicated with customers courteously and professionally to drive satisfaction.
- Improved client satisfaction by carefully packing and transporting their belongings in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with other movers to establish priorities during complex moves involving multiple locations or large quantities of items.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Public Health
Concordia St.paul
Saint Paul, MN05.2021
Skills
- Mental health awareness
- Clinical assessment
- Transportation Assistance
- Meal Preparation
- Disability Support
- Nutrition planning
- Staff Management
- Facility Oversight
- Emergency Readiness
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
- Physical Fitness
- Cash Handling
- Packaging
- First Aid Training
- Willing to Learn
- Damage Prevention
- Safety Precautions
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeWork Location
On-SiteRemoteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceHealthcare benefitsCareer advancementTeam Building / Company RetreatsPersonal development programsQuote
You miss 100% of the shots you never take.
Wayne Gretzky
Hobbies
Football
basketball
reading
nature walks
color
goal setting
Timeline
Direct Care Coordinator
Creative Care Resources
04.2020 - 04.2024
Super Mover
You Move Me
04.2019 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Public Health
Concordia St.paul
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