MATTHEW COVIL
Summary
Dependable Direct Care Worker with aptitude for organizing and managing client daily activities, nutrition needs and appointments. Well-versed in medication administration and basic medical care. Compassionate and empathetic to patient needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Care Worker
AVONDALE HOUSE
HOUSTON, TX
01.2022 - Current
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
- Evaluated client progress toward established annual and quarterly goals.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
DIRECT CARE WORKER
WAYSIDE YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES
FRAMINGHAM, MA
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Evaluated client progress toward established annual and quarterly goals.
Direct Care Worker
BRANDON SCHOOL & TREATMENT CENTER
NATICK, MA
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.
DRIVER
GREATER LYNN SENIOR SERVICES
LYNN, MA
08.2019 - 01.2021
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Assisted passengers with entering and exiting vehicles safely and securely stowed baggage to minimize damage risk.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
Valet Attendant
Parking Systems
BROOKLYN, NY
09.2018 - 01.2020
- Parked and retrieved cars carefully to prevent damage and avoid delays.
- Removed trash and waste from lots to maximize space availability for valet parking.
- Helped guests unload and load luggage.
- Delivered guest vehicles smoothly and met diverse needs of valet customers.
SOFTLINE SUPERVISOR
Gulfstream Goodwill Industries Foundation
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2015 - 03.2017
- Applied leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
- Measured effectiveness of customer success by defining operational metrics, tracking systems and reporting to executive team.
- Supported safety officer to enforce regulations, laws and established policies throughout operational stages.
GUARD INSTRUCTOR
United Investigators Group
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2008 - 03.2012
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Earned
- Instructor certification and managed beachfront safety.
- Gave private lessons to special needs students and taught floating techniques and treading water.
- Helped students adjust to pool and unfamiliar surroundings, resulting in better results during individual and group lessons.
Correctional Probation Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2005 - 03.2012
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs and scheduled activities.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls and showers.
- Received and accounted for personal possessions and determined inmate work assignments.
Direct Care Worker fOR AUTISTIC CHILDREN
DANIEL'S INC
JACKSONVILLE, FL
12.2002 - 01.2005
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Used [Software] and [Software] to maintain records of services performed and apparent condition of patients.
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA12.2022
Bachelor of Arts -
John Jay College of Criminal Justice of The City University of New York
New York, NY02.2002
Skills
- Decision Making
- Service Documentation
- Caring Companionship
- Sound Judgment
Timeline
Direct Care Worker
AVONDALE HOUSE
01.2022 - Current
DIRECT CARE WORKER
WAYSIDE YOUTH & FAMILY SERVICES
08.2021 - 12.2021
Direct Care Worker
BRANDON SCHOOL & TREATMENT CENTER
05.2021 - 12.2021
DRIVER
GREATER LYNN SENIOR SERVICES
08.2019 - 01.2021
Valet Attendant
Parking Systems
09.2018 - 01.2020
SOFTLINE SUPERVISOR
Gulfstream Goodwill Industries Foundation
08.2015 - 03.2017
GUARD INSTRUCTOR
United Investigators Group
08.2008 - 03.2012
Correctional Probation Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
08.2005 - 03.2012
Direct Care Worker fOR AUTISTIC CHILDREN
DANIEL'S INC
12.2002 - 01.2005
Master of Arts - Special Education
Liberty University
Bachelor of Arts -
John Jay College of Criminal Justice of The City University of New York
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