Darnell Barton
Chicago,IL
Summary
Detail-oriented Direct Care Worker supports daily living activities and provides transportation to enhance client well-being. Seasoned care expert experienced with developmentally disabled clients. Committed to promoting comfort with dignity and compassion.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead DSP
Envisions Unlimited
Chicago, IL
07.2017 - Current
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Transported clients to doctor's appointments and errands.
- Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
- Supervised medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
- Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
- Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.
- Prepared food and helped patients eat to support healthy nutrition.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
Cook
Popeyes® Louisana Kitchen
Chicago, IL
09.2015 - 07.2017
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Youth Development Institute
Chicago, IL06.2007
Skills
- Quality program protocols
- Transportation
- Compassionate client care
- Behavior redirection
- Client safety and first aid
- Meal preparation
- Medication administration
- Administrative support specialist
- ServSafe certified
- Equipment cleaning and maintenance
- Team-oriented
- Food preparation
- Effective prioritization
- Foodservice sanitation
Certification
- CPR/First Aid- American Heart Association
Timeline
Lead DSP
Envisions Unlimited
07.2017 - Current
Cook
Popeyes® Louisana Kitchen
09.2015 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
Youth Development Institute