Melissa Whipple
Penfield,NY
Summary
Attentive employee passionate about offering expert support for emotional, physical and mental needs. Caring, vigilant and devoted to patients. Bringing top-notch multitasking, organizational, and conflict management skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Direct Support Professional 3/ Medical Liaison
Hillside Family of Agencies
01.2017 - Current
- Assisted individuals ages 11-26 with developmental disabilities in a group home setting develop every day life skills for their transition into independent living
- Tracked progress in tracking book- mood, behavior, goals
- Assisted individuals with all medical issues, scheduling doctors appointments, transporting to all medical appointments, keeping up to date medication tracking book, ordering and inventoried monthly med deliveries.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive environment by addressing behavioral challenges with patience and understanding.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Advocated for clients'' rights within the broader community, raising awareness about issues affecting those with disabilities.
Habilitator
CP Rochester
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Assisted individuals with developmental disabilities in a day hab setting with toileting, reading, writing, researching interest, and transportation
- Created and planned different activities for different skill groups in a classroom setting
- Assisted in medication administration.
Direct Support Professional
Heritage Christian Services
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Assisted individuals ages 35-60 with developmental disabilities in a group home setting with hygiene, transportation, and developing life skills
- Helped individuals track progress with chart- mood, chores, behaviors, goal.
Education
Regents Diploma -
Eastridge Senior High School
Skills
Patient Management
Certification
CPR
Timeline
Direct Support Professional 3/ Medical Liaison
Hillside Family of Agencies
01.2017 - Current
Habilitator
CP Rochester
01.2013 - 01.2017
Direct Support Professional
Heritage Christian Services
01.2012 - 01.2013
Regents Diploma -
Eastridge Senior High School