Michele Brabham
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Attentive Direct Support Professional, who's 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
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical Coordinator/Direct Support Professional
Center For Family Support
09.2010 - 03.2023
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Maintained collaborative environment working with 25 individuals who had Autism, Down Syndrome, and Cerebral Palsy.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
Medical Supervisor/Direct Support Professional Caregiver
P.J.C Paul. J Cooper
06.2008 - 05.2013
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Provided transportation for 25 individuals to doctor's appointments, grocery stores, salons, and barbershops.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Directed and coordinated patient care activities of nursing and support staff.
- Improved patient outcomes and delivery of care through improved clinical quality processes.
- Trained and supervised medical students and residents engaged in special activities and procedures.
- Led diverse team of medical and administrative professionals in day-to-day clinic activities such as patient care, new business development, and patient relations.
- Communicated with patients, ensuring that medical information was kept private.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
Teacher's Aide
Waverly Childcare And Preschool
02.2004 - 06.2008
- Assisted teachers with supervision and care of group of 15 children.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Graded assignments and reported individual progress to teacher.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Helped children develop motor skills in preparation for preschool and kindergarten.
- Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children.
- Created and implemented activities to promote language development.
Education
Associate of Science - Education of Individuals With Multiple Disabilities
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA06.2005
Skills
- Care Plan Assessment
- Crisis Management
- Case Management
- Developmental Disabilities
- Medical Records Management
- CPR
- SCIP
- AMAP
- Computer Technology
- Patient Restraint
- Behavior Redirection
- EMR Systems
- Coordinating Referrals
- Mi-Co Mi-Forms
- Administrative Staff Supervision
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
Medical Coordinator/Direct Support Professional
Center For Family Support
09.2010 - 03.2023
Medical Supervisor/Direct Support Professional Caregiver
P.J.C Paul. J Cooper
06.2008 - 05.2013
Teacher's Aide
Waverly Childcare And Preschool
02.2004 - 06.2008
Associate of Science - Education of Individuals With Multiple Disabilities
Liberty University
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