Natalie Gourdine
Summary
Dedicated professional with proven skills in crisis management, individualized support, and team collaboration. Committed to enhancing client well-being and ensuring compliance with care standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
DLC Morris Union
Warren
09.2025 - Current
- Supported teachers in developing and implementing individualized education plans.
- Assisted students with daily living skills and classroom activities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to assess student needs and progress.
- Provided one-on-one support to students during instructional sessions.
- Monitored student progress and reported observations to teaching staff regularly.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Monitored behavior of students in order to ensure a safe, positive learning environment.
Group Home Supervisor
Family Business Services
Paterson
05.2022 - 06.2024
- Supervised daily operations of residential group home for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
- Trained and supported Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) to deliver high-quality care and ensure compliance.
- Created and maintained staff schedules to adhere to required staffing ratios.
- Oversaw implementation of Individual Support Plans (ISPs), Behavior Support Plans (BSPs), and person-centered goals.
- Reviewed documentation for accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory compliance.
- Conducted incident reviews, ensuring prompt reporting and resolution follow-up.
- Coordinated with nurses, case managers, families, and administrators to enhance service delivery.
1:1 direct support
Kindly Care
Union
09.2021 - 06.2024
- Delivered one-on-one in-home support to individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Assisted with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation.
- Implemented Individual Service Plans (ISP) and behavior support strategies to enhance client independence.
- Monitored client safety and well-being in home and community environments.
- Completed daily notes, incident reports, and progress documentation accurately.
- Provided medication reminders and ensured compliance with agency policy.
- Supported skill-building and routine development to promote client autonomy.
Lead Mental Heath Tech
Silver lake hospital
Newark
01.2018 - 09.2021
- Conducted assessments to monitor patient emotional and physical well-being.
- Supervised mental health technicians in daily patient care activities.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress and interventions.
- Trained new staff on best practices in mental health support.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focusing on topics such as anger management, substance abuse prevention, and life skills development.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJ07-2022
Skills
- Crisis management
- Training development
Certification
CPR
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
DLC Morris Union
09.2025 - Current
Group Home Supervisor
Family Business Services
05.2022 - 06.2024
1:1 direct support
Kindly Care
09.2021 - 06.2024
Lead Mental Heath Tech
Silver lake hospital
01.2018 - 09.2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Fairleigh Dickinson University