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Leah Perusi

Overland Park

Summary

Dedicated Direct Support Professional with extensive experience at Private Care Home, enhancing client independence through compassionate emotional support and personalized care plans. Skilled in meal preparation and maintaining HIPAA compliance, I foster positive relationships while ensuring safety and well-being, significantly improving clients' quality of life through tailored assistance and engaging activities.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Direct Support Professional Caregiver

Private Care Home
05.2024 - 07.2025
  • Assisted individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and well-being.
  • Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for clients.
  • Monitored and documented client progress and behaviors accurately.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship, fostering positive relationships.
  • Coordinated recreational activities to enhance social engagement and skills development.
  • Adapted care plans based on individual preferences and changing conditions.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Improved client quality of life by providing assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting assistance.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.

Direct Support Professional

Private Senior Care Homes
02.2023 - 03.2024
  • Assisted individuals with daily living activities to enhance independence and quality of life.
  • Implemented personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and preferences.
  • Monitored client behavior and emotional well-being, providing timely interventions when necessary.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
  • Provided compassionate support to individuals with disabilities, ensuring comfort and safety during daily activities.
  • Assisted clients with personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication management to maintain health and well-being.
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bulkeley High School
Hartford, CT
06-2024

Skills

  • Emotional support
  • Meal preparation
  • Respectful and compassionate
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Special needs care
  • Elderly care
  • House keeping
  • client documentation
  • Daily living assistance
  • HIPAA compliance

Languages

Swahili
Native or Bilingual
kinyarwanda
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Direct Support Professional Caregiver

Private Care Home
05.2024 - 07.2025

Direct Support Professional

Private Senior Care Homes
02.2023 - 03.2024

High School Diploma -

Bulkeley High School

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