Melissa Yokom
Twin Falls,Idaho
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional /Appointment Specialist
Center For Independent Living
12.2016 - Current
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
Daycare Owner
Care Allot Daycare
01.2003 - 12.2016
- Maintained accurate accounting of monthly dues and operating reports.
- Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
- Collaborated on strategies to enhance student learning and behavior alongside parents.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Stayed current on guidelines to maintain compliant program operations.
- Maintained high-quality child care standards based on developmentally appropriate practices.
- Implemented procedures, and systems to promote safe and healthy environment in compliance with state standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Twin Falls Senior High School
Twin Falls, ID05.1995
Skills
- Client Support
- Independent Living
- Injury Support
- Household Chores
- Creative Thinking
- Menu Preparation
- Adaptive Equipment
- Assisting with Daily Living
- Compassionate Client Care
- Deliver Exceptional Care
- Medication Administration
- Emotional and Social Support
- Personal Care Support
Certification
Mandt System - The Mandt System serves healthcare professionals by helping you learn the essential skills of building and maintaining positive relationships. This foundational skill will help you better understand how to provide emotional, psychological, and physical safety for every person in your workplace.
Medication Trained Certified from CSI.
CPR Certified
Timeline
Direct Support Professional /Appointment Specialist
Center For Independent Living
12.2016 - Current
Daycare Owner
Care Allot Daycare
01.2003 - 12.2016
High School Diploma -
Twin Falls Senior High School
Mandt System - The Mandt System serves healthcare professionals by helping you learn the essential skills of building and maintaining positive relationships. This foundational skill will help you better understand how to provide emotional, psychological, and physical safety for every person in your workplace.
Medication Trained Certified from CSI.
CPR Certified
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