Linda WILLIAMS
Denton,TX
Summary
Compassionate Direct Support Professional with experience at Denton State Supported Living Center, skilled in emotional support and crisis intervention. Enhanced client well-being through personalized care and meticulous documentation, ensuring effective communication within the team. Proven ability to foster independence and dignity in daily living activities, promoting a positive quality of life.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
A DIVERSE FAMILY
02.2021 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained detailed documentation of client progress, daily activities, incidents, and relevant observations to ensure continuity of care across team members.
- Improved client quality of life by providing assistance with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting assistance.
- Provided reliable transportation for clients to attend medical appointments, social outings, or other community-based events as needed.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Direct Support Professional
Denton State Supported Living Center
08.1996 - 08.2018
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Education
High School Diploma -
J EARL SELZ HIGH SCHOOL
Pilot Point, TX06-1977
Skills
- Disability awareness
- Emotional support
- Meal preparation
- Personal hygiene assistance
Timeline
Direct Support Professional Caregiver
A DIVERSE FAMILY
02.2021 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Denton State Supported Living Center
08.1996 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
J EARL SELZ HIGH SCHOOL
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