MARIAH PINNICK
Romeoville,IL
Summary
Experienced [Job Title] knowledgeable about safe patient ambulation, personal grooming assistance and housekeeping. Remain current on relevant medical conditions and working with qualified healthcare staff to maximize care. Devoted to patient physical comfort and emotional support.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Sevita Mentor Illinois
Joliet, IL
04.2022 - 12.2025
- Developed individualized support plans to enhance client independence and quality of life.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting self-sufficiency and personal growth.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to improve client social interactions and communication skills.
- Coordinated transportation and medical appointments, ensuring timely access to necessary services.
- 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.
- 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.
Dietary Aide
Morrison Healthcare
Joliet, IL
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Prepare and serve healthy meals, snacks and beverages.
- Making sure each meals snacks meets dietary guidelines and procedures.
- Setting up tables or dining area and ensure their cleanliness
Direct Support Professional
Cornerstone Services Inc
Joliet, IL
11.2019 - 02.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living needs such as bathing and personal grooming to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Supported daily living activities by assisting with hygiene, [Task], and household chores.
- Developed strong bonds with clients in order to provide emotional support and companionship.
Food Server
Union Food Management
Joliet, IL
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Double-checked food trays against customer orders and added missing items to avoid trips to the kitchen.
- Successfully assisted approximately [Number] to [Number] guests during each shift.
- Immediately distributed orders after adding food, dishes, beverages, and utensils to trays and using [Software] to confirm deliveries to the correct rooms.
Education
High school diploma - undefined
Joliet West High School
Joliet, ILSkills
- Dietary Aide Experience
- Food Preparation
- Caregiving
- Nutrition
- Basic food safety
- Customer service
- CPR
- Janitorial experience
Certification
- BLS Certification
- Food Handler Certification
- CDL
Timeline
Dietary Aide
Morrison Healthcare
01.2023 - 12.2023
Direct Support Professional
Sevita Mentor Illinois
04.2022 - 12.2025
Direct Support Professional
Cornerstone Services Inc
11.2019 - 02.2022
Food Server
Union Food Management
08.2016 - 08.2018
High school diploma - undefined
Joliet West High School