Direct Support Professional supporting adults with daily living needs across residential care settings. Provides bathing, personal hygiene, light housekeeping, and wellness monitoring with 96-100% of checks documented accurately while responding to client needs with calm, respectful care. Supports routines through grocery help, meal preparation, and attentive communication that helps maintain a steady daily environment.
Overview
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1
Language
3
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Certifications
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
DSP (Direct Support Professional)
Assured Residential and Consulting, LLC.
Indianapolis, IN
03.2022 - Current
Maintain 9% care satisfaction rate by listening closely to client needs and adjusting support accordingly.
Support 2 clients weekly with daily living tasks, attentive care, and responsive communication.
Prepare meals and assist with grocery shopping to support client routines and daily needs.
Perform light housekeeping and cleaning to maintain safe, organized living spaces.
Assist with personal hygiene, bathing, and mobility needs while respecting client comfort and dignity.
Coordinate transportation reminders and medication support while following established care plans.
Document client concerns, complete incident reporting, and support recreational activities as needed.
DSW1
Wrentham Developmental Center
Wrentham, MA
12.2024 - 04.2026
Support 9 residents per shift with bathing assistance and personal hygiene assistance, maintaining consistent daily care routines.
Monitor residents throughout the day and report changes in comfort, mobility, or behavior to care staff.
Provide hands-on support with activities of daily living, tailoring personal care to each resident's needs.
Maintain tidy resident spaces and organize supplies to support a clean, orderly daily environment.
Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
MaryHaven Engagement Center
Columbus, OH
03.2021 - 10.2021
Lead AA meetings and encourage participation through calm, structured group facilitation.
Coordinate transportation and meal preparation to keep client routines and daily services on schedule.
Assist with client intake, light housekeeping, and routine center upkeep to maintain a safe, orderly environment.
Use client monitoring, medication reminders, and care plan implementation to support consistent day-to-day care.
Hair Braider
J’s Boutique and Braids
Indianapolis, IN
04.2019 - 01.2021
Served 9 clients per week through braid styling, extension care, and customer-ready finishing.
Braided hair and installed extensions for clients, delivering polished styles tailored to requested looks.
Removed hair extensions carefully to protect hair health and maintain a smooth client experience.
Washed and conditioned hair before completing braid services and final styling touches.
Education
High school diploma - undefined
St Lawrence Catholic High School
Monrovia
07.2017
Skills
Activities of daily living assistance
Personal hygiene assistance
Bathing assistance
Meal preparation
Transportation coordination
Client monitoring
Incident reporting
Intake assessment
Recreational activity facilitation
Light housekeeping
Care plan implementation
Medication reminders
Mobility assistance
CPR certification
First aid
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer