Direct Support Professional Caregiver
Anglewood Inc.
Jacksonville, Florida
08.2024 - Current
- Provided personal care and hygiene assistance to clients, including bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting.
- Assisted with medication administration following guidelines set by the physician or nurse practitioner.
- Organized recreational activities for clients such as music therapy, art therapy, pet therapy and outdoor activities.
- Facilitated community outings to promote socialization and independence in daily living skills.
- Supervised meal times ensuring that appropriate nutritional needs were met for each client.
- Developed positive relationships with clients and their families through regular communication.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client behavior, progress notes and incident reports.
- Ensured safety of all individuals in the facility at all times.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized plans of care for each client based on their abilities and interests.
- Supported clients during medical appointments to ensure understanding of instructions provided by healthcare professionals.
- Provided transportation services for clients to doctor's appointments, shopping trips or other outings as needed.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
