MARLESHA T. GANT
LANCASTER,PA
Summary
Throughout I’m years have worked in many different positions. The position I gravitate towards has always involved me in helping make a difference in someone life. My journey has taught me a lot, I have gained plenty of experience. Currently I’m a DPSD which is an individual who works with clients with intellectual disabilities. Such as nonverbal learning disabilities, autism, spectrum disability autistic disorder dementia Alzheimer’s more disorder, APD ,PTSD and many more. I myself have children with disorders. I started out as a caregiver for my grandmother and have been if this field ever since. I have found a purpose but no my purpose and that is helping in any way shape or form, anyway possible and to always learn something to pass down. Knowledge is key.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Maxim Healthcare
DSP
09.2024 - Current
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
HHA
Legend of Lititz
10.2024 - 03.2025
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for patients, reducing the risk of accidents or infections.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing, promoting dignity and selfconfidence.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care in various daily activities.
- Transported patients safely to appointments, errands, or social outings, ensuring timely arrival and an enjoyable experience.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, promptly reporting any abnormalities or concerns to supervising medical professionals.
- Trained new HHA staff members on best practices for patient care delivery and documentation procedures.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress.
BHT
Retreat Behavioral Health
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
RECEPTIONIST
Tan World Spa
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Answering phones, orders and processing payments.
- Assisting and informing customers with questions and spa equipment.
- Faxing, Filing, organizing, copying and promoting.
- While maintaining a positive safe respectful work place.
PCA
Cool Waters
07.2018 - 03.2019
- Coordinating with teamwork's to assist in daily plans for every resident
- Assist in transportation to and from appointments as well as shopping and personal runs.
- Working with different disabilities such as Alzheimer's, Epidemiology, Aetiology, Dementia, Schizophrenia, Depression amongst many other physical, mental ad emotional disorders.
- Well keeping everyone safe.
CAREGIVER
Magnolias
08.2018 - 02.2019
- Assistant in daily activities such as meal prep and feed.
- Assist in bathing and clothing.
- Playing games to stimulate residents minds also reading current news ad book/poem to allow residents to stay education.
- Communicate with residents family and help physicians to maintain a healthy safe , clean and sanitize work environment.
POA
Faithful Homes
10.2017 - 02.2018
- Assist with everyday, daily activates such as hygiene assistance, helping bath, hair and teeth care. As well as assisting with getting dressed.
- Preparing meal recommended by doctor or nutrition.
- Provided a safe, clean, sanitized environment while showing every resident companionship and respect.
- Help residents with motor skills, medication management and exercise for mobility.
- Must be aware of the mental, and emotional disorders and able to handle what comes with it.
Education
Certificate - Business
DeVry University
Illinois City, IL09.2028
Vocational/Technical Certificate - undefined
Harrisburg Community Area College
09.2018
High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) - undefined
JP McCaskey HS
06.2009
Skills
- Problem Solving - 8 Year(s) of Experience
- Communication - 10 Year(s) of Experience
- Leadership - 8 Year(s) of Experience
- Creativity - 8 Year(s) of Experience
- Team Work - 10 Year(s) of Experience
- Customer Service - 10 Year(s) of Experience
- Writing - 10 Year(s) of Experience
- Marketing - 8 Year(s) of Experience
- Public Speaking - 5 Year(s) of Experience
- Meal Preparation - 8 Year(s) of Experience
- Insurance Verification - 5 Year(s) of Experience
- Medication Management - 5 Year(s) of Experience
- Fax/File/Copy - 5 Year(s) of Experience
- Medical Records - 5 Year(s) of Experience
- Clerical Skills - 8 Year(s) of Experience
- Retail/ Sales - 10 Year(s) of Experience
- Microsoft - 5 Year(s) of Experience
- Vital Signs - 5 Year(s) of Experience
- Handling Cash - 10 Year(s) of Experience
- Serving - 10 Year(s) of Experience
Certification
- Physician Office Assistant, HACC - Pennsylvania Issue Date: 09/01/2018 | Expiration Date: 09/2033
- CPR Certified , Faithful Homes - Pennsylvania Issue Date: 11/01/2017 | Expiration Date: 11/2023
- First Aid Certified, Faithful Homes - Pennsylvania Issue Date: 10/01/2017 | Expiration Date: 10/2023
Accomplishments
- CPR | 11/01/2017
Timeline
HHA
Legend of Lititz
10.2024 - 03.2025
Maxim Healthcare
DSP
09.2024 - Current
BHT
Retreat Behavioral Health
02.2024 - 06.2024
RECEPTIONIST
Tan World Spa
11.2021 - 04.2022
CAREGIVER
Magnolias
08.2018 - 02.2019
PCA
Cool Waters
07.2018 - 03.2019
POA
Faithful Homes
10.2017 - 02.2018
Vocational/Technical Certificate - undefined
Harrisburg Community Area College
High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) - undefined
JP McCaskey HS
Certificate - Business
DeVry University
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