Meena Obrien
Dover,DE
Summary
Compassionate Direct Support Professional with a proven ability to enhance client well-being through effective communication and life skills training. Skilled in crisis intervention and documentation accuracy to ensure high-quality care.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Hope
Dover , DE
2024.05 - Current
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Supported individuals with disabilities in daily living activities and personal care.
- Encouraged independence by teaching life skills such as cooking and budgeting.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, and service providers for effective care coordination.
- Documented client progress and behaviors to ensure accurate records for care plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to implement individualized support strategies.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
- Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of best practices in direct support care.
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
- Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
- Developed relationships with families of those receiving services to ensure continuity of care.
- Ensured a safe environment by monitoring client interactions and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Assisted individuals with mobility challenges by providing physical support and guidance. and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
- Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
- Encouraged and reassured clients throughout transitions to facilitate smooth discharge.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating.
- Leveraged database management system to track and report service hours, details of activities and progress on goals.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients and provided assistance with eating when necessary.
Direct Support Professional
Conexio group home
Newark, Delaware
2023.02 - Current
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Supported individuals with disabilities in daily living activities and personal care.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Assisted clients in developing social skills through engaging activities and community involvement.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, and service providers for effective care coordination.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to implement individualized support strategies.
- Documented client progress and behaviors to ensure accurate records for care plans.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Encouraged independence by teaching life skills such as cooking and budgeting.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
- Enhanced patient well-being by supporting participation in recreational activities.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
- Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
- Monitored client progress regularly and reported findings to the healthcare team for appropriate adjustments. clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of best practices in direct support care.
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
- Administered medications according to the care plan and specific directions.
- Developed relationships with families of those receiving services to ensure continuity of care.
- Leveraged database management system to track and report service hours, details of activities and progress on goals.
- Encouraged and reassured clients throughout transitions to facilitate smooth discharge.
- Assisted individuals in learning and developing new skills.
- Ensured a safe environment by monitoring client interactions and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
Direct Support Professional
Mosaic Healthcare
Newark, Delaware
2020.01 - Current
- Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
- Supported individuals with disabilities in daily living activities and personal care.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Encouraged independence by teaching life skills such as cooking and budgeting.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Monitored individuals' behaviors, documented observations, reported any changes or concerns to supervisor.
- Documented client progress and behaviors to ensure accurate records for care plans.
- Facilitated communication between clients, families, and service providers for effective care coordination.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to implement individualized support strategies.
- Collaborated with other staff members to develop individualized service plans for each participant.
- Documented clients' progress and communicated findings to the care team. clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance knowledge of best practices in direct support care.
- Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate responses and reinforcing desired behaviors.
- Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
- Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
- Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
- Used approved crisis intervention techniques in emergency situations.
- Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
- Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Leveraged database management system to track and report service hours, details of activities and progress on goals.
- Encouraged and reassured clients throughout transitions to facilitate smooth discharge.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Developed relationships with families of those receiving services to ensure continuity of care.
- Planned and prepared healthy meals and snacks for clients.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
- Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
Security Officer
Hilton Hotel & Resorts
Clearwater, Florida
2019.01 - 2019.08
- Monitored hotel premises to ensure guest and staff safety.
- Enforced hotel policies and procedures for security compliance.
- Conducted regular patrols of hotel grounds and facilities.
- Assisted in emergency response situations with trained protocols.
- Monitored entrances and exits for unauthorized personnel or prohibited items being brought onto premises.
- Monitored restricted areas to prevent unauthorized access. to prevent unauthorized entry.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
- Responded promptly to guest inquiries and safety concerns.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement during incidents.
- Documented security incidents in daily reports for management review.
- Trained new staff on security procedures and protocols effectively.
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
- Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies, and regulations.
- Identified safety hazards and implemented corrective actions.
- Drafted detailed incident reports documenting security events. to record security or loss prevention incidents.
- Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
Education
Associate of Science - Register Nurse
Delaware State University
Dover, DE2028-06
High School Diploma -
GED
Florida City, FL2013-06
Skills
- Patient care
- ADL support
- Daily living support
- Personal care assistance
- Mobility assistance support
- Client support
- Crisis management
- De-escalation techniques
- Behavior management
- Therapeutic instruction
- Case management
- Support plan management
- Patient assessments
- Documentation accuracy
- Charting and documentation
- Quality assurance practices
- HIPAA compliance
- Crisis management
- Life skills
- Goal setting
- Self-advocacy
- Community integration
- Health services
- Wellness and nutrition knowledge
- Patient training
- Transport support
- Communication skills
- Written communication
- Team collaboration
- Emotional intelligence
- Problem-solving
- Social skills development
- Positive reinforcement
- Compassionate caregiving
- Empathy and patience
- Adaptability
- Time management
- Case management experience
- Health services
- Transport support
- Personal care assistance
- Charting and documentation
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
- Mandt, LLAM, CPR, CNA, working on my nursing
Accomplishments
- Principal award
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Hope
2024.05 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Conexio group home
2023.02 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Mosaic Healthcare
2020.01 - Current
Security Officer
Hilton Hotel & Resorts
2019.01 - 2019.08
Associate of Science - Register Nurse
Delaware State University
High School Diploma -
GED