Dynamic Direct Support Professional with a proven track record at Delmarva Community Services, excelling in client advocacy and medication administration. Skilled in crisis intervention and community outreach, I enhance client wellbeing through effective communication and mentoring, fostering independence and improved quality of life. Committed to empowering individuals and promoting autonomy.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator Driver
Swann Creek LLC
Trappe, MD
09.2023 - Current
Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
Directed or coordinated financial or budget activities to fund operations and maximize investments.
Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
Conducted market research activities and competitive analysis to facilitate implementation of aggressive company marketing strategy.
Employed and managed vendors by negotiating deliverables, cost and expected quality.
Coordinated and directed activities of businesses or departments concerning production, pricing and sales.
Analyzed market trends to identify new business opportunities.
Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
Forecasted customer demand to set prices or credit terms for goods or services.
Direct Support Professional
Self Employed Services
Trappe, MD
07.2017 - Current
Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
Helped clients adjust to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
Shelter Manager
Ridgeway Transitional Homeless Shelter/Neighborhood Service Center
Easton, MD
12.2016 - 02.2018
Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
Monitored shelter operations on a daily basis including cleaning schedules, meal times, security protocols.
Collaborated with social workers and other professionals in order to provide comprehensive care for clients.
Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.
Conducted outreach activities within the community to increase awareness of available resources.
Performed data entry and maintained client information databases.
Performed data entry duties as required by management.
Documented all patient contact activities in accordance with agency standards and regulations.
Guided clients through transition to independent living within community.
Developed and maintained intake procedures to enhance efficiency and client satisfaction.
Certified Living Assistant
Delmarva Community Services
Cambridge, MD
03.2002 - 08.2016
Drove clients to doctors' appointments and social outings.
Instructed individuals in self-advocacy skills to increase autonomy and decision making abilities.
Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors, and eating habits.
Enhanced patient wellbeing by supporting participation in recreational activities.
Helped clients communicate with loved ones by typing written messages and relaying verbal messages.
Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
Assisted individuals with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
Consulted with client care team to continually update care plans.
Maintained accurate medication records for each patient.
Administered prescribed medications to patients and maintained related medical records under supervision.
Maintained medication stock and cleaned patient rooms and equipment.
Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Restaurant Co-Owner
Brothers Kitchen
Easton, MD
04.2007 - 10.2014
Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
Ensured compliance with health codes and safety regulations in the restaurant.
Monitored food preparation techniques used by kitchen staff to ensure high quality meals were served.
Resolved problems or concerns to satisfaction of involved parties.
Conducted regular inspections of the restaurant premises to identify any maintenance needs or repairs.
Developed successful marketing plans to increase sales and profits while managing costs.
Located relevant vendors, set up schedules and coordinated delivery, storage and organization of inventory.
Created unique recipes and applied various culinary techniques for authentic cuisine.
Worked closely with chefs to plan daily specials or seasonal menus.
Maintained cleanliness and sanitation across foodservice, storage and preparation stations.
Provided leadership support when needed during peak hours or busy periods at the restaurant.
Education
College classes - Music Education
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC
10.1995
High school diploma - College Prep
Scotland High School
Laurinburg, NC
06.1994
Skills
Mentoring
Client advocacy
Medication administration
Crisis intervention
Data entry
Interpersonal communication
Conflict resolution
Community outreach
Team collaboration
Attention to detail
Problem solving
Professionalism
Verbal and written communication
Clear communication
Diet and nutrition
CPR/AED
Multitasking capacity
Household cleaning
Affiliations
Samuel T Hemsley IBPOE #974 (Financial Chairman)
Neighborhood Service Center (Member of Board of Directors MEAP Program)
Neighborhood Service Center (Volunteer)
Neighborhood Service Center (Food Bank)
Certification
CPR/First Aide
Maryland Board of Nursing
Certified Medication Technichian 2003-2007
CP
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Owner/Operator Driver
Swann Creek LLC
09.2023 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Self Employed Services
07.2017 - Current
Shelter Manager
Ridgeway Transitional Homeless Shelter/Neighborhood Service Center
12.2016 - 02.2018
Restaurant Co-Owner
Brothers Kitchen
04.2007 - 10.2014
Certified Living Assistant
Delmarva Community Services
03.2002 - 08.2016
College classes - Music Education
Fayetteville State University
High school diploma - College Prep
Scotland High School
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