Makai Brown
Hackensack
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
REED Next Inc.
25 Potash Rd. Oakland, NJ 07436
12.2023 - 10.2024
- Maintained a 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 general wellness.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
Direct Support Professional
Community Access Unlimited
80 W Grand St. Elizabeth, NJ 07202
12.2020 - 12.2023
- 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.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Facilitated social outings and community integration activities, promoting inclusion and positive experiences for clients.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
Department Supervisor
The Home Depot Inc
450 Hackensack Ave. Hackensack, NJ 07601
01.2012 - 08.2020
- Maintained stock of items, cleanliness, organization, and provided excellent customer service.
- Trained new employees on overall company and department-specific policies and procedures.
- Conducted performance evaluations for employees, providing constructive feedback and identifying opportunities for growth or improvement.
- Managed team of 15+ employees, delegated tasks and held each employee accountable for completing assignments.
- Built and designed large displays weekly to promote specific products.
- Implemented inventory management system to minimize waste, reduce costs, and maintain accurate stock levels.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Handled cash register, returns, and refunds.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
NJIT
Newark, NJBachelor of Science - Business Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH11-2026
Associate of Applied Science - Drafting & Design
Bergen Community College
Paramus, NJ05-2014
High School Diploma -
Hackensack High School
Hackensack06-2010
Skills
- Time management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Proficient in Autodesk
- Behavior redirection
- Medication administration
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and organization
- HIPAA compliance
- Empathy and patience
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- First aid and CPR
Accomplishments
Rewarded the Stryker Orthopaedics Endowed Scholarship for $2,500 while attending Bergen Community College. April, 2014.
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
REED Next Inc.
12.2023 - 10.2024
Direct Support Professional
Community Access Unlimited
12.2020 - 12.2023
Department Supervisor
The Home Depot Inc
01.2012 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Architecture
NJIT
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Associate of Applied Science - Drafting & Design
Bergen Community College
High School Diploma -
Hackensack High School