Nia Cook
Residence Manager
Rochester,NY
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Dedicated to the well-being of those needing support and the staff that support them.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Direct Support Professional Supervisor
Heritage Christian Services
Rochester, NY
03.2013 - Current
- Assist individuals to support independence.
- Monitor individuals’ finances and support them in becoming independent with their finances by implementing handling limits based on their individual capabilities.
- Maintain strong relationships with individuals, families, clinicians, and providers.
- Assist individuals with transitioning into new living environments.
- Administer medication as directed by physician
- Update individuals’ plans according to their needs and monitor progress of services.
- Implement services for individuals to foster inclusion in their community.
- Mediate conflict to provide safe and secure environment.
- Participate in meetings and training to stay informed on policies and procedures and bring back information to team.
- Collaborate with residential team to maximize effectiveness and efficiency in program.
- Implement policies and procedures.
- Provide training to staff.
- Maintain clean, safe, and well-organized environment.
- Developed and maintain relationships to create safe and trusting environment for individuals and staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pittsford Sutherland High School
Pittsford, NY 09.2005 - 06.2009
Skills
First aid and CPR
Community integration
Care plan assessment
Meal planning and preparation
Direct Patient Care
Medication Administration
Relationship building and retention
Team Building
Training and mentoring
Healthy meal preparation
Staff Management
Timeline
Direct Support Professional Supervisor
Heritage Christian Services
03.2013 - Current
High School Diploma -
Pittsford Sutherland High School
09.2005 - 06.2009