Michael Sanchez
White Plains,NY
Summary
Compassionate and reliable Direct Support Professional with experience in assisting individuals with disabilities to lead fulfilling lives. Strong skills in promoting client dignity, independence, and positive interactions within the community. Possess excellent interpersonal skills, conflict resolution abilities, and patience needed for this challenging role.Passionate about supporting client progress by monitoring medication reactions, observing behaviors and teaching healthy habits.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2024
2024
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Direct Support Professional
New Hope Community Inc.
Pleasantville, New York
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care tasks.
- Developed meaningful relationships to promote social engagement and emotional support.
- Implemented individualized care plans tailored to each person's needs and preferences.
- Implemented behavioral interventions to improve social skills and communication.
- Assist with daily living, such as hygiene, meal preparation, community service, and physical health.
Server Assistant
PF Changs Restaurant
White Plains, NY
02.2024 - Current
- Supported servers by delivering food and beverages promptly to tables.
- Assisted in setting up dining areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Maintained cleanliness of tables and dining areas throughout shifts.
- Assisted servers with carrying food from kitchen to tables, refilling drinks, and clearing away dirty dishes.
- Assisted servers with monitoring tables for customer satisfaction, quality and additional service.
Wegmans Kitchen Cook
Wegmans Supermarket
White Plains, NY
01.2023 - 02.2025
- Prepared fresh ingredients for daily menu items and specials.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during food preparation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace and storage areas.
- Managed inventory levels by rotating stock and minimizing waste effectively.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Manhattanville University
Purchase, NY 01.2023 - 05.2025
White Plains Senior High School
White Plains, NYSome College (No Degree) - Psychology
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PASkills
- Personal care
- Behavioral interventions
- Care plan implementation
- Social engagement
- Listening carefully
- Caring and Patient
- Determine to learn and to do better
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Italian
Limited
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
New Hope Community Inc.
07.2025 - Current
Server Assistant
PF Changs Restaurant
02.2024 - Current
Wegmans Kitchen Cook
Wegmans Supermarket
01.2023 - 02.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Manhattanville University
01.2023 - 05.2025
White Plains Senior High School
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania