Laura Putnam
Redding,CA
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with experience at Nicolet Home Inc., skilled in compassionate caregiving and behavioral management. Successfully enhanced client engagement through tailored support plans and recreational activities, fostering trust and communication. Proven ability to document client progress and collaborate effectively with teams to ensure a safe, supportive environment.
Diligent Direct Support Professional with solid background in providing compassionate support to individuals. Adept at managing daily activities and ensuring clients' well-being through personalized care plans. Demonstrated proficiency in communication and problem-solving skills.
Attentive Teacher's Aide passionate about offering expert support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant and devoted to patients. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational, and conflict management skills.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Nicolet Home Inc.
01.2026 - Current
- Supported individuals with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Assisted in implementing individualized support plans for clients.
- Monitored and documented client progress and well-being regularly.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure a safe environment for clients.
Direct Support Professional
PUCKETT
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Developed rapport with clients to enhance trust and communication.
- Participated in training sessions to learn best practices in direct support care.
- Adapted approaches based on clients' changing needs and preferences.
- Engaged clients in recreational activities to promote socialization and engagement.
Classroom Teacher's Aide
S.L.A.T.E
06.2006 - 08.2012
- Supported classroom management by assisting with lesson implementation and student engagement.
- Collaborated with teachers to prepare instructional materials and resources for daily activities.
- Assisted in monitoring student progress and provided feedback to educators for individualized support.
- Facilitated small group activities, promoting collaboration and peer learning among students.
Education
High School Diploma -
Enterprise High School
Redding, CA06-2011
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Behavioral management
- Housekeeping tasks
- Client documentation
- Decision-making support
- Direct patient care
- Disability awareness
- Team collaboration
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Collaborated with team of 10 clients in the development of Client outings.
- Achieved house cleaning by completing mopping and sweeping with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- PCA - Personal Care Aide
- Licensed Teacher's Aide - 2006-2012
Languages
American Sign Language
Limited Working
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Nicolet Home Inc.
01.2026 - Current
Direct Support Professional
PUCKETT
10.2025 - 11.2025
Classroom Teacher's Aide
S.L.A.T.E
06.2006 - 08.2012
High School Diploma -
Enterprise High School