Mechele Timmons
Monett,MO
Summary
Diligent Caregiver focused on providing optimal support to clients through personalized assistance and care required to manage diverse medical conditions. Proficient in organizing medications, doctor appointments and personal activities. Caring, organized and friendly with excellent interpersonal skills.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Caregiving
Self Employed Services
05.2000 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities for improved quality of life.
- Developed personalized care plans to address individual needs and goals.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, reducing the risk of infection or injury.
- Managed patient medications, ensuring accurate dosages and timely administration.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting overall wellbeing.
- Monitored vital signs and reported any abnormalities to healthcare providers promptly.
- Facilitated patient mobility by assisting with transfers, ambulation, and exercises as prescribed by therapists.
- Improved patient nutrition by preparing healthy meals tailored to dietary restrictions and preferences.
- Promoted client independence through encouragement and assistance in self-care tasks when appropriate.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing for enhanced selfesteem.
- Implemented strategies to manage challenging behaviors effectively while maintaining client dignity and respect.
- Drove patients to appointments and errands, ensuring their transportation needs were met safely and punctually.
- Coordinated medical appointments for efficient scheduling and minimized conflicts or overlaps in care provision.
- Educated family members about caregiving techniques for continuity of care during caregiver absences or transitions between shifts.
- Maintained detailed records of daily activities, observations, incidents, medication intake-allowing for effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Handled household management tasks like laundry, light housekeeping and grocery shopping leading to a well-maintained living space.
- Provided skilled nursing care under the supervision of RNs – including wound dressing changes and catheter care-contributing towards expedited healing process.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities resulting in enhanced caregiving skills and knowledge, ensuring the most up-to-date care practices were being implemented.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
Medicaid Assessor
Integrity Home Care & Hospice
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Went into client homes and renewed Medicaid applications in a timely manner.
- Developed strong relationships with Medicaid officials throughout the assessment process.
- Achieved high levels of compliance through regular audits of exemption applications and adherence to established guidelines for qualification determination.
- Ensured consistent application of state laws, policies, and procedures across all assessments by collaborating closely with fellow assessors.
- Managed workload effectively by prioritizing tasks according to deadlines while maintaining attention to detail in all aspects of the assessment process.
- Conducted field inspections to verify property characteristics, noting discrepancies between actual conditions and reported information for accurate assessments.
Social Worker
Burrell Behavioral Health Center
01.2018 - 06.2020
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Enhanced community outreach efforts for better service accessibility and increased program enrollment.
- Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute mental health or substance abuse issues.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Developed and facilitated support groups, promoting healthy coping skills and fostering peer connections among participants.
- Advocated for clients'' rights, navigating complex systems to secure necessary resources and benefits.
- Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics, providing guidance on effective communication strategies and conflict resolution techniques.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions for clients struggling with mental health challenges or behavioral concerns.
- Increased client engagement in treatment plans by building trusting relationships through empathetic listening and consistent support.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
Social Worker
Clark Community Mental Health Center
09.2014 - 11.2017
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Enhanced community outreach efforts for better service accessibility and increased program enrollment.
- Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute mental health or substance abuse issues.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care coordination and resource allocation for clients.
- Developed and facilitated support groups, promoting healthy coping skills and fostering peer connections among participants.
- Advocated for clients'' rights, navigating complex systems to secure necessary resources and benefits.
- Conducted home visits to assess family dynamics, providing guidance on effective communication strategies and conflict resolution techniques.
- Maintained accurate case documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and facilitating informed decision-making by team members.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions for clients struggling with mental health challenges or behavioral concerns.
- Increased client engagement in treatment plans by building trusting relationships through empathetic listening and consistent support.
- Educated families on available community resources, connecting them with essential services such as housing assistance, financial aid, or healthcare providers.
- Led workshops on topics relevant to client populations served, empowering individuals with valuable knowledge and tools for selfadvocacy.
- Assisted clients in navigating the legal system, attending court hearings as needed and providing support throughout the process.
- Promoted a culture of self-care and professional development among colleagues, fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged ongoing growth and learning.
- Updated client documentation for accurate, compliant and current records.
- Supported clients and families with empathy and compassion during difficult times.
- Advocated for clients to assure respected rights and wishes.
- Interviewed clients, families, or groups to assess situations, limitations and issues and implement services to address needs.
- Assisted clients with navigating and accessing social services such as housing and medical care.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Formulated treatment plan strategies with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and continuous care plan.
House Parent
Hillside Children's Center
10.2012 - 08.2014
- Established a nurturing environment by developing strong relationships with residents and providing emotional support.
- Enhanced the quality of life for all residents by organizing engaging activities and events tailored to individual interests.
- Ensured residents'' well-being by closely monitoring their physical, emotional, and mental health status.
- Collaborated with fellow staff members for smooth transitions and continuity of care between shifts and during changes in residence.
- Strengthened communication skills among residents by facilitating group discussions and promoting active listening techniques.
- Promoted academic success through tutoring assistance, study skill development, and time management strategies.
- Assisted residents in setting personal goals, while offering guidance on overcoming challenges to achieve desired outcomes.
- Boosted self-esteem among residents by celebrating individual achievements and encouraging personal growth opportunities.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to maintain a harmonious living environment for all residents.
- Developed strong partnerships with community resources to provide additional support services for resident needs.
- Maintained a safe living space by conducting regular safety checks and adhering to established guidelines and protocols.
- Improved overall house functioning through diligent supervision of daily chores, meal preparation, and household maintenance tasks.
- Provided crisis intervention when necessary, utilizing effective de-escalation techniques to ensure resident safety and wellbeing.
- Completed detailed documentation for each resident''s file regarding behavioral observations, incidents reports, progress notes, and other pertinent information.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the residential care field.
- Contributed insights during team meetings about resident needs, progress, challenges, and potential solutions for improved outcomes.
- Promoted a sense of belonging among residents by fostering a positive group dynamic that emphasized mutual respect, empathy, and understanding.
- Administered medications subcutaneously, orally and via IV.
- Provided emergency response during shifts and when on-call.
- Responded to student inquiries and concerns, offering support and guidance.
- Monitored student behavior and responded to disciplinary issues in accordance with established policies.
- Coordinated activities and events to create safe, positive and inclusive environment.
- Collaborated with residential team to maximize effective and efficient operations.
- Enforced policies and safety standards through building and room rounds.
LCSS Specialist
US Army
06.1989 - 08.1993
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
- Developed strong client relationships through consistent communication and attentive service.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
- Implemented new training programs for staff, leading to higher employee retention rates and better overall performance.
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Assisted with staff training to enforce quality, safety and sanitation guidelines.
- Attended training programs to deepen professional skillset and assisted in training fellow store associates on existing and new training programs.
- Utilized strong leadership skills.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry With A Minor in Biology
St John Fischer
Perinton, NY05.2010
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa, OK05.1997
Skills
- First Aid and Safety
- Care Plan Assessment
- Behavior Redirection
- State Regulations Knowledge
- Progress Documentation
- Clinical Quality Program Standards
- Care Plan Management
- Client Documentation
- Patient Care
- Case Management
- Medication Administration
- Behavioral Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Physical Therapy Assistance
- Emotional Support
- Problem Solving
- Errand Running
- Meal Preparation
- Housekeeping Duties
- Patient Advocacy
- Stress Management
- Recreational Activities
- Transportation Services
- Infection Control
- Active Listening
- Empathy Display
- Nutrition Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Fall Prevention
- Compassionate Caregiving
- Medical Equipment Operation
- First Aid Knowledge
- Organizational Abilities
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Time Management
- Incident Reporting
- Basic Housekeeping
- Mobility Assistance
- HIPAA Compliance
- Documentation
- ADL Assistance
- Patient Companionship
- Care Plan Adherence
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Hoyer Lifting Equipment
- Patient Assessments
- Compassionate Communication
- Verbal and Written Communication Skills
- Daily Living Assistance
- Direct Patient Care
- Dependable and Responsible
- Medication and Appointment Reminders
Timeline
Medicaid Assessor
Integrity Home Care & Hospice
09.2022 - 10.2023
Social Worker
Burrell Behavioral Health Center
01.2018 - 06.2020
Social Worker
Clark Community Mental Health Center
09.2014 - 11.2017
House Parent
Hillside Children's Center
10.2012 - 08.2014
Private Caregiving
Self Employed Services
05.2000 - Current
LCSS Specialist
US Army
06.1989 - 08.1993
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry With A Minor in Biology
St John Fischer
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Tulsa Community College
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