Meagan Sabatini-Grace
Salem,OR
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with extensive experience at DSP Connections, skilled in crisis intervention and client advocacy. Successfully implemented personalized care plans, enhancing client independence and well-being. Known for fostering community integration and maintaining compliance with HIPAA standards, while demonstrating empathy and effective communication in all interactions.
Experienced support professional prepared for this role, bringing strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in providing personalized care, communication, and problem-solving. Known for flexibility and reliability, adapting to changing needs seamlessly. Proven ability to foster positive, supportive environment.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
DSP Connections
04.2025 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities to promote independence and well-being.
- Supported communication between clients and families, ensuring understanding of needs and preferences.
- Implemented personalized care plans, adapting strategies based on client feedback and progress.
- Monitored client behaviors, reporting changes to supervisors for timely interventions.
- Facilitated social engagement activities, enhancing community integration for clients.
- Documented daily interactions and progress notes accurately in compliance with regulatory standards.
- 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 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.
Family Caregiver
Self-employeed
03.2010 - Current
- Provided compassionate care and support to individuals with diverse needs, enhancing daily living activities.
- Developed personalized care plans to address emotional, physical, and social well-being of clients.
- Assisted with medication management, ensuring adherence to prescribed regimens and monitoring side effects.
- Coordinated transportation for medical appointments and social activities, promoting client engagement in the community.
- Implemented safety protocols within home environments, reducing risks and enhancing client comfort.
- Advocated for client needs with healthcare professionals, ensuring comprehensive support services are provided.
- Supported patient nutrition by preparing healthy meals based on dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Maintained entire family's schedule and organized events.
Direct Support Professional (residential)
Rise Services
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities to enhance quality of life.
- Developed and implemented personalized support plans for clients' specific needs.
- Monitored client progress, documenting changes in behavior and well-being.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care for clients.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Adapted activities and support strategies to meet changing needs of clients, demonstrating flexibility and creativity.
- Advocated for clients' needs and rights in various settings, enhancing their quality of life.
- Supported clients in managing their finances and personal administration, fostering greater independence.
- Encouraged healthy lifestyles through nutritional planning and physical activities, improving clients' overall well-being.
- Facilitated community integration for clients, enriching their social networks and life experiences.
- Conducted daily documentation of clients' progress and incidents, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
Delivery Driver
GrubHub
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Delivered orders promptly, ensuring customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Navigated routes efficiently, minimizing delivery time and fuel consumption.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and functionality, adhering to safety standards.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding order status and updates.
- Utilized mobile applications for order tracking and navigation assistance.
- Resolved customer inquiries and concerns with professionalism and efficiency.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Increased repeat business through excellent customer service and prompt resolution of any issues or concerns.
Education
High School Diploma -
Steven High School
Rapid City, SD01-2005
Skills
- Client advocacy
- Medication management
- Crisis intervention
- Personalized care plans
- Community integration
- Transportation coordination
- Financial management
- Environment maintenance
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Multitasking and organization
- Empathy and patience
- HIPAA compliance
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- First aid and CPR
- Compassionate client care
- Daily living assistance
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
DSP Connections
04.2025 - Current
Direct Support Professional (residential)
Rise Services
03.2023 - 04.2024
Delivery Driver
GrubHub
06.2022 - 03.2023
Family Caregiver
Self-employeed
03.2010 - Current
High School Diploma -
Steven High School