Lyn Tooley
Vincennes ,IN
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with extensive experience, skilled in compassionate caregiving and medication administration. Proven ability to enhance client well-being through tailored care plans and effective behavior management. Committed to fostering independence and promoting positive outcomes for individuals with disabilities while maintaining a safe and inclusive environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Sevita
09.2024 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities, promoting independence and personal growth.
- Supported implementation of individualized care plans to enhance client well-being.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client progress and incidents, ensuring compliance with policies.
- Collaborated with team members to develop engaging recreational activities for clients.
Direct Support Professional
KCARC
08.2022 - 09.2024
- Communicated effectively with clients and families to address needs and concerns promptly.
- Monitored client behavior and reported changes to supervisors for timely interventions.
- Participated in training sessions to improve skills in person-centered caregiving practices.
Direct Support Professional
Bridges Of Indiana
07.2016 - 10.2021
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and clean environment for clients, following health regulations.
- 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.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
Education
High School Diploma -
Vincennes Rivet High School
Vincennes, INSkills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Medication administration
- Behavioral management
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Decision-making support
- Health and safety requirements
- Relationship building
- Direct patient care
Additional Information
CPR Certified, 10+ years experience in Medication Administration
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Sevita
09.2024 - Current
Direct Support Professional
KCARC
08.2022 - 09.2024
Direct Support Professional
Bridges Of Indiana
07.2016 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Vincennes Rivet High School