Shamey Thompson
Dora,AL
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in special needs care, notably as a Caregiver for Autistic Kids and CASA Volunteer. Excelled in providing emotional support and developing individualized care plans, demonstrating strong ethics and compassion. Proven track record in enhancing quality of life for clients, underscored by exceptional problem-solving and communication skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver for Autistic Kids
Self Employed
02.2022 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and timely administration for maximum efficacy.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
CASA Volunteer
Casa of the Upper Cumberland
01.2011 - 12.2011
- Addressed children''s needs by conducting thorough assessments and making appropriate recommendations.
- Promoted educational success through regular school visits and coordination with teachers and counselors.
- Supported family reunification efforts, facilitating visitations and maintaining open lines of communication.
- Contributed to positive case outcomes through diligent monitoring and documentation of case progress.
- Enhanced child welfare by providing consistent advocacy and support to assigned cases.
- Maintained confidentiality while working with sensitive information, adhering to ethical guidelines set forth by CASA organization.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to remain current on child welfare policies and practices.
- Developed individualized strategies for each child''s unique circumstances, addressing their specific needs effectively.
- Prepared detailed written reports, documenting all relevant case information for review by judges and other stakeholders.
Substitute Teacher/ Assistant Speech Teacher
Jackson County School Board
08.1996 - 05.2006
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
Education
Masters - Counseling Psychology
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNBachelor Of Science - Clinical Psychology
Walden University
Minneapolis, MNA.A.S. - Human Services
Kaplan University
Davenport, IA02.2011
Skills
- Respectful and compassionate
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking and organization
- Emotional support
- Strong ethics
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Special needs care
- Care plan assessment
- Complex Problem-solving
- Records management
- Case management
- Reliability and punctuality
- Compassion and empathy
- Autism support
Timeline
Caregiver for Autistic Kids
Self Employed
02.2022 - Current
CASA Volunteer
Casa of the Upper Cumberland
01.2011 - 12.2011
Substitute Teacher/ Assistant Speech Teacher
Jackson County School Board
08.1996 - 05.2006
Masters - Counseling Psychology
Walden University
Bachelor Of Science - Clinical Psychology
Walden University
A.A.S. - Human Services
Kaplan University
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