Mopelola Dada
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated Direct Support Professional with a proven track record at Unified Care Group, skilled in compassionate caregiving and medication administration. Successfully developed individualized support plans, enhancing client independence and well-being. Recognized for effective crisis intervention and strong documentation practices, ensuring optimal care outcomes for individuals with disabilities.
Experienced support professional prepared for this role, bringing strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in providing personalized care, communication, and problem-solving. Known for flexibility and reliability, adapting to changing needs seamlessly. Proven ability to foster positive, supportive environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Unified Care Group
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care routines.
- Developed and implemented individualized support plans to enhance client well-being.
- Monitored and documented client behavior, progress, and health status consistently.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate effective care strategies.
- Trained new staff on best practices for direct support and client engagement.
- Advocated for clients' needs and preferences within healthcare settings effectively.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices in disability support services.
- Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.
Direct Support Professional
Vital Living
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to promote client independence.
- Identified areas for process improvement to enhance service delivery quality.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Monitored clients to assess and report physical and behavioral changes to supervisors.
- Addressed emergency situations calmly and effectively, prioritizing the safety of both clients and staff members involved.
- Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
- 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.
- Assessed clients'' needs on an ongoing basis, making adjustments to support plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Implemented individualized behavior management plans, reducing incidents of challenging behaviors within the residence.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through teaching essential skills such as meal preparation, housekeeping, and financial management.
- Promoted physical well-being by supporting clients in engaging in regular exercise routines or therapeutic activities suited to their abilities.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Monitored medication administration, maintaining accurate records to ensure client safety and compliance with prescribed treatment plans.
- Supported clients with personal care tasks, ensuring their dignity and privacy were maintained at all times.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
Caregiver
Accountable South
03.2018 - 09.2019
- Provided personalized care and assistance to clients, enhancing daily living activities and overall well-being.
- Developed tailored care plans based on individual needs, ensuring effective support and engagement.
- Monitored client health conditions, reporting changes to healthcare professionals for timely interventions.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client''s progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Education
High School Diploma -
Iganmode Grammer School
Ogun State Nigeria06-1990
Skills
- Time management
- First aid and safety
- Behavior redirection
- Client support
- Compassionate caregiving
- Medication administration
- Client documentation
- Housekeeping tasks
- Decision-making support
Timeline
Direct Support Professional
Unified Care Group
01.2022 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Vital Living
11.2020 - 12.2021
Caregiver
Accountable South
03.2018 - 09.2019
High School Diploma -
Iganmode Grammer School