Direct Support Professional
Easter Seals of Wyoming
991 Joe St, Sheridan, WY 82801
12.2021 - 01.2025
- 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 clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
- Monitored and reported changes in clients' health and well-being, enabling timely interventions.
- Organized and participated in recreational activities, contributing to vibrant community life for residents.
- Enhanced communication skills of non-verbal clients using alternative communication devices.
- Conducted daily documentation of clients' progress and incidents, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.
- Administered medication under supervision, ensuring adherence to healthcare plans.
- Developed strong rapport with clients, facilitating trust-based relationship for effective support.
- Trained new staff on best practices in direct support, elevating overall quality of care provided.
- Assisted with personal care tasks, respecting clients' dignity and promoting self-reliance.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Improved clients' daily living skills with hands-on teaching and encouragement, promoting independence.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.