Minelys Perez Cruz
Niagara Falls,NY
Summary
Seeking new opportunities utilizing my military managerial experience and skills in health services.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Arc Erie County
Williamsville, NY
07.2025 - Current
- Provided individualized support to clients with developmental disabilities, promoting independence and personal growth.
- Implemented behavior intervention strategies, enhancing client engagement and reducing challenging behaviors.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and adjust personalized care plans based on client needs.
- Assisted clients in daily living activities, ensuring a safe and supportive environment tailored to individual requirements.
- Trained new staff on best practices in direct support, fostering consistency in service delivery and care quality.
- Monitored client progress through detailed documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
- Advocated for clients' rights and interests, facilitating access to community resources and services for enhanced well-being.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
Water Treatment Specialist
U.S. Army
Fairview, PA
10.2019 - Current
- Operate water purifications systems
- Led troubleshooting efforts for system malfunctions, improving response times and reliability.
- Operated storage tanks, pump stations and gates to regulate and control water during treatment process
- Analyzed water quality data to ensure compliance with environmental regulations.
- Implemented maintenance protocols for water treatment systems, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Optimized chemical usage in treatment processes to minimize waste, conserve resources, and maintain high-quality output.
- Increased system efficiency by troubleshooting equipment malfunctions and implementing necessary repairs or upgrades.
- Collected water samples to test alkalinity, hardness, and residual levels.
Headquarters Platoon Sergeant
US Army Reserves
Fairview, PA
03.2019 - Current
- Supervised platoon personnel, guaranteeing that all counseling, medical, and military documentation remained current and accurate.
- Improved operational efficiency with meticulous resource management and logistical planning.
- Coached junior leaders in essential leadership and tactical skills, fostering their growth for future positions of greater responsibility.
- Monitored compliance with safety standards, resulting in a significant decrease in training-related injuries.
- Led training programs to enhance team performance and operational readiness.
- Coordinated logistical support for missions, ensuring resource availability and efficiency.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to foster professional growth.
- Supervised compliance processes with military regulations, reinforcing adherence to established standards and protocols.
- Developed strategic plans to improve unit cohesion and operational effectiveness.
- Implemented structured training and oversight for over 150 soldiers and personnel, ensuring effective team performance and cohesion.
PCA Personal Care Assistant
Orchard Heights
Orchard Park, NY
02.2023 - 02.2026
- Coordinated patient care by assisting with daily living activities, focusing on meal support and implementation of prescribed range of motion exercises.
- Coordinated patient transportation and support to designated service areas to ensure timely access to diagnostic and treatment services.
- Maintained accurate records of activities to ensure compliance with organizational standards.
- Facilitated communication with RN/LPN to address patient care inquiries and resolve issues.
- Contributed to care planning efforts by communicating patient needs to the responsible RN.
- Performs required skills in accordance with practice standards and instructions for assigned organization
- Recorded detailed nursing notes and summaries, maintaining accuracy and timeliness for effective healthcare documentation.
- Monitored and enforced infection control measures to minimize risk of contamination and promote patient well-being.
- Provided compassionate support and demonstrated patience to enhance patient and family experiences.
- Recognizes problem situations and asks for supervisory assistance as needed
- Performs duties in accordance with Patient/Resident’s Rights, Pain Management protocols
- Provided compassionate care and support to residents, enhancing overall quality of life.
- Trained new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols, ensuring compliance standards.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage Green Rehab & Skilled Nursing
Greenhurst, NY
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Assists patients with activities in daily living, to include meals and prescribed range of motion exercise
- Transports and accompanies patients to service areas for diagnostic and treatment purposes as assigned
- Performs required documentation of activities in accordance with organizational policies
- Communicates with RN regarding patient care questions, problems or issues
- Participates in care planning by notifying the responsible RN of patient needs
- Performs required skills in accordance with practice standards and instructions for assigned organization
- Documents complete, accurate and timely nursing notes and summaries
- Follows infection control practices and procedures
- Demonstrates care, compassion and patience in dealing with patients and families
- Recognizes problem situations and asks for supervisory assistance as needed
- Performs duties in accordance with Patient/Resident’s Rights, Pain Management protocols
Activities Assistant
Heritage Green Assisted Living
Greenhurst, NY
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Implemented structured activities as directed by activity director, fostering a supportive environment for participants.
- Designed and organized activity programs to enhance resident engagement and satisfaction.
- Supported recruitment efforts to enhance resident participation in activity programs and council activities.
- Facilitated timely transportation for residents, improving access to activities, meals, and appointments. Increased resident satisfaction through dependable travel arrangements.
- Accompanied residents to various off-site programs, promoting active lifestyles and community involvement.
- Conducted assessments of resident needs to establish targeted goals and effective strategies for problem resolution.
- Developed and implemented engaging recreational programs for residents.
- Developed and implemented training programs to enhance new staff skills in activity planning and execution.
- Monitored resident participation and feedback to improve program effectiveness.
- Facilitated communication between residents and families regarding activity schedules.
- Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
Education
High school diploma -
Jamestown High School
Jamestown, NY06-2018
Skills
- Experience in assisted living
- Elderly care experience
- Military background with six years of experience
- Assisted daily living activities
- Skilled in patient support in nursing homes
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
Certification
- CNA
- Secret Clearance
Languages
Spanish - Expert
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Arc Erie County
07.2025 - Current
PCA Personal Care Assistant
Orchard Heights
02.2023 - 02.2026
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Heritage Green Rehab & Skilled Nursing
01.2023 - 02.2023
Activities Assistant
Heritage Green Assisted Living
03.2022 - 02.2023
Water Treatment Specialist
U.S. Army
10.2019 - Current
Headquarters Platoon Sergeant
US Army Reserves
03.2019 - Current
High school diploma -
Jamestown High School
Military Service
- Branch: United States Army
- Service Country: United States
- Rank: E5
- March 2019 to Present