MarieChantal Mushagalusa
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Proven Direct Support Professional and Bookkeeper with a track record of enhancing client well-being and financial accuracy at Easterseals and Harris and Associates, Inc. Expert in compassionate caregiving and meticulous bookkeeping, achieving significant improvements in client satisfaction and financial reporting. Skilled in client support and managing complex accounting tasks, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and positive outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Easterseals
08.2023 - Current
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
Bookkeeper
Harris and Associates, Inc.
04.2022 - Current
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
- Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
- Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
- Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
- Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
- Supported year-end closing procedures by preparing adjusting journal entries as needed.
- Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
- Identified accounting errors when cross-referencing documents and database information.
- Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
- Provided support during audits by supplying requested documentation promptly and accurately.
- Reviewed and filed financial documents, coded accounting entries for data processing, and posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with all corporate protocols.
- Completed tax forms in compliance with legal regulations.
- Communicated proactively with team members regarding any issues or concerns related to bookkeeping tasks.
- Generated detailed financial reports for management review, facilitating informed decisionmaking.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
- Input financial data and produced reports using [Software].
- Managed complex problem-solving for upper management in order to complete projects on-time and within budget.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
Ivy Tech Community College
Fort Wayne, IN12.2021
Skills
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client Support
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Quickbooks Desktop and online
- Excel Spreadsheet tracking
- Financial Recordkeeping
- Spreadsheet tracking
- Data inputting
- CS accounting Software
- Account Reconciliation
- Bank Statement Reconciliation
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop sales tracking spreadsheets for clients.
- Better client behavior by devellopping a new approach based by focusing on the client strengths.
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Easterseals
08.2023 - Current
Bookkeeper
Harris and Associates, Inc.
04.2022 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
Ivy Tech Community College
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