Marie Pekelo
Fort Collins,CO
Summary
Detail-oriented Direct Care Worker supports daily living activities and provides transportation to enhance client well-being. Seasoned care expert experienced with developmentally disabled clients. Committed to promoting comfort with dignity and compassion.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Foothills Gateway Inc.
Fort Collins, CO
06.2009 - Current
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure safety of individuals served.
- Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kailua High School
Kailua, HI01-1975
Skills
- Progress Documentation
- Behavioral Management
- Client Documentation
- Transportation
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Compassionate Client Care
- Recreational Activities
- Personal Care Assistance
- Goal Setting
- Client Transportation
- Social Skills Development
- Behavior Redirection
- Client Safety and First Aid
- Client Support
- Adaptive Equipment Use
- First-Aid and CPR
- Crisis Management
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Administration
- First Aid and Safety
- Safety Monitoring
- Charting and Documentation
- Nutrition
- Patient Education
Accomplishments
In February of 2016 I was chosen as Direct Support Professional employee of the year to represent Foothills Gateway Inc. at the annual Alliance Direct Support Professional awards ceremony in Denver, Co.
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Foothills Gateway Inc.
06.2009 - Current
High School Diploma -
Kailua High School
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